Overview

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Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities. We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.

What’s the role?

As Safer Communities Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in delivering the Council’s Crime and Disorder Partnership priorities. You’ll work across teams and with external partners to support strategic programmes that reduce harm, crime, and violence in Lewisham. From coordinating data and intelligence to supporting key initiatives like the Serious Violence Duty and Safer Lewisham Partnership Plan, you’ll help ensure a joined-up, evidence-led approach to community safety.

What’s in it for you?

Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Local Government Pension scheme
• Flexible working and family friendly policies
• Season ticket and bicycle loans
• A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships
• Supportive staff networks

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking a confident and collaborative coordinator with a passion for community safety and strategic impact. You’ll bring experience in data management, project support, and multi-agency working, alongside strong communication skills and a proactive mindset. If you can turn insight into action and thrive in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment, we want to hear from you.

Location

The job is primarily based in Catford, Lewisham, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.

Special conditions

• The job is subject to a Basic DBS check

The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CVs.

Applicant handbook - please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.

For an informal discussion about this job, please contact Jannet Hall jannet.hall@lewisham.gov.uk

Salary

£42,912 - £44,235 per annum (SO2)

N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.

Diversity

Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply.

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