Job Vacancy

Community Safety Advisor

APPLICATIONS HAVE NOW CLOSED

As a Community Safety Advisor, you’ll work directly with residents across Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes, helping people to understand risk, stay safe in their homes and access the support that they need. This is a role where your work will have a real impact on people’s lives.

Location

Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire

Closing Date

12th Apr, 2026

Job Type

Support Services

About this vacancy

This is a dynamic, public‑facing role focused on reducing fire risk and supporting the most vulnerable members of our communities. In a role where no two days are the same, you will often work independently, visiting people in their homes and using your professional judgement to assess risk and determine the most appropriate actions.

You will

Deliver Home Fire Safety Visits and other prevention activities
Work within a range of environments, including private homes, sheltered accommodation and supported living
Identify fire risks and provide clear, practical advice to reduce those risks
Install safety equipment such as smoke alarms
Recognise safeguarding concerns and take appropriate action
Work collaboratively with internal teams, local authorities and partner agencies
Support youth inclusion and early intervention programmes
Maintain accurate records
Manage your own workload, respond to changing priorities and feel confident making decisions in the moment
Work with vulnerable individuals and/or in complex circumstances, requiring a calm, adaptable and professional approach

Vacancy details

We are looking for someone who is:

Confident working independently and making decisions in real time
Comfortable engaging with a wide range of people in their own homes
Able to assess risk and take appropriate actions
Resilient and professional when handling challenging or sensitive situations
Highly organised, with the ability to manage and prioritise their workload
A clear and effective communicator, able to adapt their approach to different audiences
Committed to making a meaningful difference in the community
Accountable for the quality and accuracy of their work

Experience and Qualifications Required:

English and Maths GCSE at level 4 to 9 (grade C or above), or equivalent
Experience of engaging with, and providing advice and guidance to members of the public
Experience of determining solutions to risks within people’s homes
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Full UK Driving License

Permanent Contract
Full Time
37-hour week
Local Government Pension Scheme
Good annual leave entitlement
Employee benefits
Employee Assistance Programme
Occupational Health
Onsite gym facilities

Our Service is only as good as its people. When our employees are engaged and supported, our Service thrives. This why we support flexible and hybrid working.

This is a mobile, public facing role which requires daily travel across Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes. A service vehicle will be provided during working hours. The role may require occasional evening or weekend working All successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check.

How to Apply:

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applications from people of any colour, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status or disability are welcome. If there are any adaptions or adjustments, we can make to help you in your application, or with our recruitment process, please contact us via e-mail or telephone.

Everyone who works with us is required to have a DBS check. If you have any queries or concerns regarding this, please contact HR@bucksfire.gov.uk.

For further information about the role please review the job description. (Internal applicants please log in using your iTrent Self Service username and password)

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