Community engagement occupations Work, Jobs in Newent, Gls (with Salaries)

Community Engagement Officer
Ecotricity —Stroud
- £25,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- School
- Employee discount
Community Development Lead
Active Herefordshire and Worcestershire —Worcester
- £32,750 - £34,950 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hybrid work
- University
- Travel
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
Quick apply
Community Partnership Worker
Acorns Children's Hospice —Worcester
- £27,000 - £27,540 a year
- Part-time
- Travel
- IT
- Hospice
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
Tenant Engagement Officer (Temporary)
Stroud District Council —Stroud
- £33,699 a year
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Communication skills
10d
Market Towns Officer
PublicaGroupFODDC —Coleford
- £33,143 - £36,363 a year
- Weekend availability
- Driving
- No degree
- Travel
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
8d
Student Groups Coordinator
University of Worcester —Worcester
- £27,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom experience
- Leadership
Children and Young Person's Social Prescribing Link Worker - TWNS PCN
Caring for Communities and People —Tewkesbury
- £27,500 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
8d
School and Community Health Facilitator
Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust —Gloucester
- £25,760 - £27,476 a year
- Part-time
- School
2d
Student Voice and Insight Coordinator
University of Worcester —Worcester
- £27,000 a year
- Full-time
Outreach Recovery Worker
Turning Point —Hereford
- £25,870 - £30,265 a year
- Full-time
- Travel
- IT
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
4h
Community Volunteer (Cheltenham - Gloucestershire)
St John Ambulance —Cheltenham
- IT
Community Volunteer (Cambridge)
St John Ambulance —St. John
- IT
13d
Network Community Lead (East Lancashire)
St John Ambulance —St. John
- Leadership
Network Youth Services Lead (East Lancashire)
St John Ambulance —St. John
- Leadership
Network Youth Services Lead (Plymouth)
St John Ambulance —St. John
- Leadership
Mental Health Link Worker / Navigator
Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust —Cirencester
- £28,392 - £31,157 a year
- Full-time
- Patient care
Recovery Practitioner
Via Community Ltd —Stroud
- £27,748 - £31,685 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
Network Operational Support Lead (Oldham, Rochdale & Tameside)
St John Ambulance —St. John
- Leadership
6d
Network Training Lead (East Lancashire)
St John Ambulance —St. John
- Leadership
Badger Sett Lead (Pershore Youth Group)
St John Ambulance —Pershore
- Management

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Community Engagement Officer

Ecotricity -
Stroud

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Job details

£25,000 a year

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Company pension
Employee discount
Paid volunteer time
On-site parking

Qualifications

Communication skills

Full job description

Location:

Forest Green

Salary Details:

£25,000 (Pro Rata)

Advertising End Date:

27 Jul 2026

About The Role

We are looking for a passionate and proactive Community Engagement Officer to work at the heart of the community. This is a hands-on, people-focused role where you’ll build trusted relationships, deliver inclusive activities, and connect local people to the support, services, and opportunities they need.

You’ll be a visible and approachable presence, working directly with residents, community groups, and local organisations to strengthen connections and improve wellbeing. The role includes planning and delivering activities such as community café sessions, school holiday programmes, and outreach in local venues, as well as working with residents to co-design initiatives that reflect their needs and interests.

You’ll actively engage with the community to understand local challenges and priorities, using this insight to shape and improve programmes. Alongside delivery, you’ll support the coordination and development of community initiatives, monitor participation, gather feedback, contribute to reporting, and help secure funding to sustain and grow activities. You’ll also play a key role in connecting individuals to relevant services and ensuring activities are inclusive, accessible, and welcoming to all.

Core Responsibilities:

Develop strong, trusted relationships with residents, community groups, and partner organisation
Act as a visible and approachable presence within the community
Build links with local services (health, schools, voluntary sector, local businesses) to support partnership working and effective signposting
Encourage participation from a diverse range of people, particularly those facing barriers
Follow safeguarding policies to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults

Delivering Activities & Programmes

Plan and deliver inclusive, accessible activities for people of all ages
Run regular provision including community café sessions, school holiday activities, and outreach sessions
Work with community members to co-design activities
Promote wellbeing, confidence, and social connection through all delivery
Engage with residents to identify needs, challenges, and priorities
Gather feedback to continuously improve delivery
Identify individuals or groups needing additional support and connect them to appropriate services
Support the development of new initiatives in response to community need
Monitor participation and engagement levels
Contribute to reporting on outcomes and community impact
Support funding and grant applications
Recruit, support, and manage volunteers

Inclusion & Accessibility

Champion equality, diversity, and inclusion
Identify and reduce barriers to participation
Ensure activities and communications are accessible and welcoming

About You

Essential skills:

Experience working directly with communities or delivering community-based activities
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to build relationships with a wide range of individuals and organisations
Experience organising and delivering activities or services
Ability to listen, engage, and respond to community needs
Positive, approachable, and non-judgemental attitude
Passion for supporting communities and promoting social inclusion
Creative and proactive approach to problem-solving
Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing needs
Strong sense of empathy and commitment to equality and diversity
Maintain professionalism to support users through challenging experiences

Additional Information

The role involves regular work within community settings, and may include evenings and weekends where required.
The postholder will work closely with the Steering Group, using their insight to shape delivery whilst maintaining a strong focus on day-to-day community engagement and activity delivery.

About Us

We are an equal opportunities employer and committed to ensuring that all are treated fairly and with respect, regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion and belief, sex or sexual orientation.

FGR are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment fully. And as an organisation we are committed to supporting staff development in this area. Forest Green is looking to the future – Climate change is an existential threat, and we need to build a more sustainable world.

Sustainability is at the core of everything we do at FGR. We’re on a mission to push the boundaries of what is possible in the world of sport, and beyond. Established in 1889, we’re also one of the oldest football clubs in the world.

That history continues with every season and every trophy, bolstered by the support of an incredibly passionate, global fanbase. Those moments are only made possible with the right people; those who show courage, tenacity, ambition, dedication to their community, and independent thought.

As the world’s first vegan football club, doing things differently is a way of life. We’re looking for like-minded people that can help create the future our planet needs.

Let’s change the game.

What's in it for you...

Healthcare plan, life assurance and generous pension contribution
Volunteering day
Hybrid working
Various company discounts (including shops, days out and events)
Holiday of 25 days (plus bank holidays) & ability to buy/sell days
Cycle to work scheme, car pooling and onsite parking available

As a valued member of the team you will be supporting the Group Environmental policy and its associated targets to make the Green Britain Group net carbon neutral by 2025

Flexibility statement

The fast moving nature of the company's business means that from time to time you may be asked to perform duties or tasks outside of your original job description on an ad hoc basis. This allows the company to use it's people in the best possible way at all times and helps the employees to make make their contribution in a changing environment.

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Student Groups Coordinator

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Recovery Practitioner

Network Operational Support Lead (Oldham, Rochdale & Tameside)

Network Training Lead (East Lancashire)

Badger Sett Lead (Pershore Youth Group)

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