Vacancies
Community Warden
37 hours per week (permanent)
SCP 11 - 14: £28,142 to £29,540 plus Local Government Pension Scheme
This is an exciting time to join Yeovil Town Council and become part of a positive and dedicated team delivering for the residents of Yeovil.
Community Wardens help keep Yeovil safe, welcoming, and well‑looked‑after.
Community Warden - This role focuses on patrolling Yeovil Town Council areas (parks, allotments, open spaces, facilities) and the town centre, checking that places are clean, safe, and in good condition, supporting vulnerable or isolated residents, encouraging positive behaviour in the community, reporting problems so they can be fixed quickly. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and leading on initiatives and campaigns to encourage volunteering and community action while directly addressing issues such as littering and anti-social behaviour.
The role includes some evening and weekend work (depending on events and busy times), working as part of a friendly and supportive team, being flexible and willing to help where needed, talking to people, spending lots of time outdoors and in local community spaces
For more information, please see the job description and job specification. For an informal discussion please contact Tim Cook (Director of Property and Community). To apply, please complete an application form.
Closing date is Friday 21st August at noon.
Development & Impact Officer (Culture)
22 hours per week (permanent)
SCP 20 - 25: £33,640 to £37,526 (pro rata) plus Local Government Pension Scheme
Are you passionate about arts, culture and community impact? Do you combine fundraising expertise with strong analytical and evaluation skills?
Yeovil Town Council, in partnership with Somerset Council, is seeking a Development & Impact Officer to lead fundraising, impact measurement and strategic development for our cultural services: The Octagon Theatre (capital development on ongoing operating costs), Westlands Entertainment Venue, Heritage Service, and the Arts Engagement & Outreach Service delivered from the venues and linked to the programme of performances, events and activities.
This new role will be central to delivering our cultural ambitions and delivering on fundraising targets across our organisation. You will develop fundraising strategies, build relationships with donors and partners, lead on fundraising across trusts, foundations, corporate and individual giving, and support monitoring and evaluation to evidence the impact of our cultural programmes. This part-time role (3 days per week) offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of arts & culture across the region. You’ll lead on fundraising for our venues and drive outreach through our Arts Engagement and Outreach Service.
For more information, please see the job description and job specification. For an informal discussion please contact Adam Burgan (Director of Culture). To apply, please complete an application form.
Closing date is Monday 24 August at noon.