PCSP Coordinator

COMMUNITY PLANNING Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) Coordinator PO2, SCP 31 - 34 SCP (£41,771 - £45,091) subject to funding and Job Evaluation Plus 19% employer pension contribution 1 x Permanent, 37 hours per week

Location:

Mossley Mill but the post holder will be required to work across Antrim & Newtownabbey MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB Policing and Community Safety Partnerships (PCSPs) are statutory local bodies with defined responsibilities in relation to policing, crime reduction, and community safety. They were established under the Justice Act (Northern Ireland) 2011 and operate in each council area. The role of the PCSP Co-ordinator is to ensure the effective delivery of the Antrim and Newtownabbey PCSP Strategy and Action Plan, providing strategic leadership, operational management, and programme oversight.

The postholder will lead the PCSP team, ensuring objectives and key performance indicators are achieved, and manage significant budgets. The Co-ordinator will also act as the main point of contact for statutory agencies, funders, and community stakeholders, ensuring compliance, accountability, and robust governance. This role requires professional engagement with PCSP Members, elected representatives, and the wider public, promoting confidence in policing and community safety initiatives.

General applicant information:
Please note that the panel will use ONLY the information provided on the application form for shortlisting. Therefore, you MUST demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria as set out in the specification for the post. Recruitment Process:
The recruitment process will assess the suitability of the candidates against the requirements for the post including the 7 competencies identified in the Competence Framework for Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council. (A copy of the Competency framework is attached for information) Provisional date for the interview will be week commencing 16 February 2026. This process will include an un-seen presentation.

A reserve list will be created for this post for a 12 month period and if this post becomes available either part time, full time, temporary or permanent within 12 months this will be offered to reserve candidates in order of merit. Please be advised, Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council operates a paper free recruitment and selection process. All communication relating to your application will be sent to the email address that you have provided during login.

CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS I S 23 JANUARY 2026 AT 12 NOON. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council is committed to appointing on merit, seeking candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds and taking full account of equal opportunities. #nijobs To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page.

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