Salary: SCP 15-21 LC1-2 £31,015-£34,237 (Start date April 1st 2027)
Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday) (any 4&5 day working patterns apply from any 7 days)
Contract: Permanent full-time contract
Location: Unit 2, Forest Park, Crosbie Grove, Silverwoods, Kidderminster, with work across the town
Help connect communities with Kidderminster’s parks
If you enjoy bringing people together, organising activities and turning ideas into projects that benefit the community, this could be the role for you.
Kidderminster Town Council is looking for an organised, proactive and motivated Parks Commercial and Community Officer to support our growing parks and community programmes.
This is a varied role combining community engagement, events, fundraising and income generation. You will support local groups, build partnerships and help more people get involved in the Council’s parks and activities.
From working with Friends of groups and delivering externally funded projects to developing events, concessions and partnerships, you will help make our parks welcoming, inclusive and financially sustainable.
About the role
Reporting to the Operational Services Manager, you will:
- Support Friends of groups and community organisations, building relationships with residents, partners and other stakeholders.
- Plan, organise and promote community events and activities, including programmes supported by external funding.
- Identify funding opportunities and prepare persuasive grant applications to support Council projects.
- Develop sustainable income opportunities across our parks through events, partnerships, concessions and external vendors.
- Manage social media, respond to community enquiries and help prepare reports and publicity materials with the Operational Services Manager.
- Coordinate project administration and logistics, monitor delivery and help develop risk assessments with the Technical Support Officer.
About you
You will be a confident communicator who enjoys working with people and building positive relationships with community groups, residents and partners. You will be able to encourage participation and provide helpful, professional customer service.
You will bring strong organisational and writing skills, with the ability to plan activities, coordinate projects and prepare clear funding applications and promotional content. An understanding of community engagement, fundraising and opportunities to generate income will help you succeed in the role.
You will be comfortable using social media, handling enquiries and keeping accurate records. A flexible approach to duties and working hours, a commitment to safe working and a willingness to undertake relevant training are also important.
Benefits
- On Site parking
- Free eye tests
- Employee assistance programme
- Reimbursement for flu jab
- Flexible working pattern
- Annual appraisals may recognise outstanding performance with a merit award of up to one week’s salary, and relevant additional skills or qualifications through salary progression.
- A career progression path and relevant training and development provided and funded by the Council
- Pension and generous annual leave
Closing date: 4th December 2026
Interview date: December 2026
For any queries about the role, please contact Adam Stockhall via email at adam.stockhall@kidderminstertowncouncil.go.uk
Parks Commercial and Community officer employer: Kidderminster Town Council
Kidderminster Town Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values community engagement and employee development. With opportunities for growth within the Operational Services team, you will play a vital role in enhancing public spaces while enjoying a fulfilling career in a friendly environment dedicated to safety and service excellence.
Contact Details:
Kidderminster Town Council Recruitment Team
