At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team tackling anti-social behaviour in Manchester's vibrant public spaces.
- Company: Join Manchester City Council, a dynamic and diverse local authority.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous holidays, a buzzing pension, and fantastic perks.
- Other info: We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in public engagement and team management is essential.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Working Hours: 35 Hours Per Week (As part of a rota, working Monday to Friday between 7am to 8pm, and 1 in 3 Saturdays between 9am and 5pm). Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent. Additional Payments: 6.7% Flexibility payment. Closing Date: 21 July 2026. Closing time: 11.59pm. Interview Method: Face to Face.
Legal Right to Work: In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment.
This role is subject to 2 References. Where possible we require 3 years' history. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance: This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
The Anti-Social Behaviour Team has a key role to play in making Manchester a safe place to live and visit. If you are passionate about delivering a high quality, trauma-informed service to help tackle antisocial behaviour, with a key focus on prevention and early intervention, then we want to hear from you.
If successful, you’ll be joining a specialist team driving forward our key priorities of making Manchester’s public spaces—especially Piccadilly Gardens and other high-profile locations—attractive and safe areas. You will lead a team of officers, in uniform, who will provide a highly visible presence, predominantly in Piccadilly Gardens, working with partners to engage with, support and, where necessary, enforce against anyone perpetrating anti-social behaviour.
About the Candidate:
- You will need to have a background in face-to-face engagement with members of the public in a support and enforcement setting.
- You will need to demonstrate line management experience, and/or experience of coaching and training ASB practitioners.
- You will need to demonstrate knowledge of informal and formal ASB powers to stop anti-social behaviour and protect the public.
- Knowledge of developing positive and effective working relationships across a variety of partnerships.
- Confidence in your ability to lead a team and support, guide and coach team members to meet the challenges presented by Manchester City Centre community safety and ASB issues.
- Ability to make informed decisions at speed and explain your rationale for your decision making.
- The ability to design and develop training packages across the Community Safety Partnership.
You need to be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check and Police Vetting. It is desirable that you are willing to drive, and have a full, clean driving licence.
Benefits We Offer:
- Generous holiday allowance: Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service.
- Buzzing pension: You’ll be enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits.
- Enhanced parental and carers leave: Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options.
- Brilliant perks: Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out.
- Learn and grow: We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive.
- A Good Employment Charter member: We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do.
- Up to 3 days volunteering leave: Give back to the community with three days pro-rate of paid volunteering leave.
Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council:
At Manchester City Council, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, disabled people and young people.
Support During the Process:
- Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview.
- Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the “Accessibility tools” button at the top of our careers page.
Guaranteed Assessment Scheme:
- We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panels minimum shortlisting requirement for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:
- Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans.
- Current or former care leavers.
- Have a disability or long-term condition.
When You Join Us:
We’re a Disability Confident Employer, offering a workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.
What we will need from you if you're successful:
In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy.
Pre-Employment Checks:
If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you’ve applied for. These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve.
Other Relevant Information:
We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment.
