Community Development Officer

Position: Active Community Development Officer )

Active Community Development Officer (Penzance)

Join Cornwall Council in this exciting new role, forming a pivotal part of Active Cornwall’s place focused team to drive the Sport England funded Place Partnership programme in Penzance.

About the Role

As the Penzance Active Community Development Officer you’ll be a key member of a wider multidisciplinary place‑focused team. You’ll work closely with the Active Cornwall Place Partnership Manager, the wider Active Cornwall team, local partners, communities, commissioned experts and decision‑makers to deliver the outcomes of the initial development phase of the Place Partnership work aimed at preparing the ground for future investment.

You will act as the ‘glue and compass’, ensuring all work streams remain focused on the needs of communities.

Working Pattern

This is a full‑time (37 hours) fixed‑term role initially until 31 March 2027, with the potential to extend beyond that subject to future successful funding extension. It is a hybrid role with a mix of office, outreach and home working, requiring a minimum of 2 days a week on site in Penzance.

What You’ll Need To Succeed

Working in systems change is complex and relational. You will need to be comfortable dealing with complexity, manage inter‑related moving parts, and lead change in environments where you do not hold the cards. You must believe in the power of people, possess great interpersonal skills, build relationships, and be willing to challenge the status‑quo. You should act as a convenor, connector and enabler while remaining compassionate, empathetic and values‑driven with equity at the heart of your approach.

Understanding life on a low household income and the local context of Penzance is an advantage.

What You’ll Get In Return

Active Cornwall is hosted by Cornwall Council, which is committed to providing a competitive reward and benefits package, flexible working options and a supportive learning environment.

Core Employee Rewards And Benefits

• A competitive salary band 3 (£31,870 – £39,159 per annum)
• A defined benefit pension scheme, based on career average earnings, with voluntary contribution options
• A generous annual leave entitlement with the potential to purchase additional leave
• A national award‑winning employee health and wellbeing programme
• Access to a wide range of discounts to local and national goods and services

Additional Information

We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. The full role profile is attached here. The Prospectus can be found here. For more information or an informal chat about the role, contact info and we will arrange for someone to call you back.

Application Process

Please attach a supporting statement to your application indicating whether you wish to be considered for the St Austell role. You only need to apply for one of the roles. Add your Education & Qualifications details manually using the application form timeline, or upload your CV. Demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points marked ‘Application’ on the Role Profile with examples from your experience.

Guidance on how to complete your application can be found here. Applications cannot be edited after submission; contact  if you have queries or need assistance.

Existing Employees

Existing employees must apply using their Cornwall Council email address through the Opportunity Marketplace on Oracle.

About Cornwall Council

Cornwall Council delivers services to over half a million local people and more than five million visitors a year. Flexible working options such as part‑time or compressed hours are available. Fairness and inclusion are at the heart of our vision for Cornwall. We are an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer and will assess applicants on their merits.

Safeguarding and Safely Working with Children

Cornwall Council is committed to safeguarding and follows safer recruitment principles to ensure staff and volunteers are suitable to work with children, young people and adults  are dedicated to keeping all service users safe from harm.

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