Location: On site / Milton Keynes, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Security | General
AnnualFixed salary:£ 33500.00
Unlike most UK cities the majority of Milton Keynes’ parks, lakes and landscapes are cared for by an independent charity - The Parks Trust, who manage over 6,000 acres of beautiful green spaces.
More than 100 full and part-time employees and 240 volunteers deliver its essential work, from landscape maintenance and nature services to the provision of valuable recreation and leisure facilities. The Parks Trust connects communities at over 500 outdoor events and advances public education around wildlife, biodiversity and the environment.
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Starting at £33,500 per annum and rising as the successful candidate demonstrates required effectiveness.
Hours
You will be employed on an annualised hours contract, working:
- 30 hours per week October-March
- 45 hours per week April-September (with some flexibility in actual working hours)
This will include regular weekend, evening and bank holiday work. These shifts will vary, so flexibility for the role is essential.
Job Purpose
The Parks Trust is seeking a Parks Enforcement Officer to help protect and enhance our unique Green Estate. Working as part of the Community Safety Accreditation Scheme (CSAS) with Thames Valley Police, this role offers a unique opportunity to receive specialist accredited training and develop valuable enforcement and community safety skills. You will work alongside police and local authority partners to address anti-social behaviour and help ensure our parks remain safe, welcoming spaces for everyone. The accreditation provides a range of delegated enforcement powers, including the authority to issue Fixed Penalty Notices for specific offences.
Key Objectives
- Maintain a safe, welcoming and well‑managed environment across The Parks Trust estate through proactive patrols, engagement and enforcement activity.
- Investigate and address environmental crime, anti‑social behaviour and other estate‑related issues, ensuring appropriate evidence gathering, record keeping and case management.
- Apply delegated enforcement powers lawfully, consistently and fairly to support compliance with Trust rules and relevant legislation.
- Work collaboratively with communities, visitors and partner agencies to reduce risk, promote responsible use of Trust spaces and support effective operational outcomes.
In return we offer a comprehensive benefits package:
- Generous and flexible annual leave provision which includes:
- Accrue up to 3 additional days for each full year of service
- Option to buy and sell up to 5 days of annual leave each year
- Flexible bank holiday policy to allow choice in which religious holidays you observe
- Excellent contributory Pension Scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
- Medical cash plan
- Free eye tests
- Income Protection and Life Assurance Cover*
- Enhanced Family Friendly Policies*
- Discounts with a wide range of high street and online retailers, hospitality and fitness providers as well as for the activities and the café at Willen Lake
- Salary sacrifice schemes for:
- Cycle to Work
- Electric Cars
- Ikea (homeware) and Curry’s (electronics)
- Employee Assistance Programme with a free and confidential 24/7 helpline for you and members of your household to use
- Highly knowledgeable teams with a great working environment
- A 3-month Induction Plan giving you full oversight of The Trust
- Ongoing support with training and development
*Applies after a qualifying period
The closing date for applications for the role is: 26th November 2026
The Parks Trust is committed to safeguarding and will always recruit all personnel in line with government guidelines, relevant legislation, Charity Commission guidance and best practice standards.
We are committed to inclusion and equality of opportunity for all employees current and potential. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
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Parks Enforcement Officer in Milton Keynes employer: MILTON KEYNES PARKS TRUST
MILTON KEYNES PARKS TRUST provides a supportive work environment that values flexibility and community engagement. Employees have access to professional development opportunities and are part of a team dedicated to enhancing local green spaces. The organization fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, making it an attractive employer for those passionate about landscape management.
