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We have an exciting opportunity for a Community Development Officer to join us! 

This is a full-time, permanent role with a salary of £32,962 - £36,791 per annum.

 About us:

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country.  The borough council – a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse.

Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us and we continue to rise to the challenge.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Community Development Officer to join our Communities team.

The Role:

This is an exciting role working directly with residents to connect them with local support services and the voluntary sector. You will listen, understand their needs, and connect them with local services that promote independence and wellbeing. Working alongside adult social care teams, you will help shape personalised plans that reduce reliance on statutory services. This role reports to the Community Prevention Manager but will work closely with adult social care teams.

Your role will involve:

• Acting as the first point of contact for residents approaching Adult Social Care, listening to their needs and providing clear, information and advice about community-based support.
• Keeping updated with local services, voluntary sector organisations, and self-help activities that promote independence and wellbeing, to effectively signpost residents
• Working closely with the wider Adults, Health & Communities directorate, to embed community-based solutions across different teams

What we are looking for:

• Someone who has worked directly with residents, customers, or service users in a supportive or advisory role
• Someone who has excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify practical solutions
• Someone with strong communication skills
• Someone who is able to work in a fast-paced environment and is willing to get involved in a range of different projects

What we offer:

• 32 days annual leave
• Flexible working with a minimum of 2 days working from the office.
• Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.
• Free employee parking close to the offices.
• Give As You Earn scheme.
• Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.
• Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.
• Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

 RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger. 

If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Interview dates: w/c 10th November

If you wish to discuss this position informally, please contact Sumayyah Zeib (Community Prevention Manager) on Sumayyah.Zeib@RBWM.gov.uk.

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.