Neighbourhood wardens work in local communities to reduce anti-social behaviour.
£17,000 Starter
to£28,000 Experienced
40 to 42 a week
evenings / weekends / bank holidays on a rota
You can get into this job through:
You could search Do-it for volunteering opportunities where you could develop the skills needed to get a job as a neighbourhood warden.
Opportunities may be offered by your local council or other organisations working with people with issues like homelessness, substance misuse, or anti-social behaviour.
You may not need any qualifications to become a neighbourhood warden, although some employers may prefer you to have a good general standard of education with GCSEs in English and maths, and experience of working with the public.
Employers will often focus on your personal qualities and people skills. It may be an advantage to have a clear understanding of the issues faced by the community you will be working in.
You'll usually have induction training, lasting around 12 weeks, while you get to know your area and the issues you might face.
You can find out more about becoming a neighbourhood warden from your local council.
You'll need:
You'll need to:
Some employers will ask for you to have a driving licence and be aged 21 or over so that you can drive a company vehicle. Other employers would only ask that you're able to ride a bicycle supplied by them.
Your day-to-day duties could include:
You could work in the community.
You may need to wear a uniform.
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