About The Role The Civil Protection Division was created to respond to events that take place across the borough, with a focus on response and safety, delivered by front line services. Following a recent restructuring, we are looking for five enthusiastic and self-motivated individuals for the roles of Neighbourhood Patrol Out of Hours Officers within the newly created Neighbourhood Patrol Team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the new team from its inception, and to be actively involved in helping to create a high performing service that responds, investigates and helps to resolve antisocial behaviour, environmental waste and statutory nuisance (including noise) complaints. The role will involve engaging, educating and enforcing where necessary in relation to these types of issues, using a range of powers, so experience in this area is necessary. The work will predominately involve being out and about around the borough at night, patrolling areas where there are known issues. There will also be occasions when office-based work will need to be undertaken such as utilising information technology systems to record information, writing statements for legal proceedings etc. What we are looking for someone with: - Knowledge of legislation and enforcement around antisocial behaviour, environmental waste, statutory nuisance - Enforcement experience - Experience of successful multi-agency working - Able to work with minimum supervision - Customer focused and driven to provide an excellent service - The posts are based at 222 Upper Street and involve working flexibly out of hours, including weekends, for which a shift allowance is paid. You’ll be invested in, supported, and backed to achieve so you can succeed for Islington. If you're ready to take on a new role and make a lasting impact, apply today! If you would like further information or an informal discussion, please do not hesitate to contact the hiring manager, Simon Kaufman via email at [email protected] or telephone on 07825 098762 Working for our organisation Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn’t be clearer: we serve. It’s in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future. We are determined to create a more equal Islington, where everyone who lives here has an equal chance to thrive. To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out ‘CARE’, which is what we think public service is all about. Our offer to you We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Our staff benefits include: - Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service - A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week - Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential - Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum - Excellent local government pension scheme - Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships - Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more! Recruitment information It is the policy of Islington Council that no user of service, present or future employee or job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of their sex, perceived or actual sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion or belief, age, creed, colour, nationality, national origin, ethnic origin, or disability, or on the grounds of their association with someone in one of these groups; nor is disadvantaged by any conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justified. We welcome applications from Black and Minority Ethnic candidates and acknowledge our responsibility to mitigate against racial discrimination. Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. The post is subject to a Basic DBS check, qualifications check and 3 years referencing. Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.