Community Engagement Officer

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Job Reference SOL/TP/183/2420

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Full time permanent

£33,673 - £38,510 per annum. Incremental progression subject to performance

Working Hours:

37

Location:

Central Depot, Moat Lane

Closing Date:

23/09/2026

Job Type:

Sector:

Local Councils

Business Unit:

Economy and Infrastructure Directorate

Make a real difference in your community.

Do you have a passion for bringing people together, inspiring positive change and creating cleaner, greener and safer neighbourhoods?

Solihull Council is looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Community Engagement Officer to support the delivery of our successful Love Solihull programme. This is an exciting opportunity to work with residents, schools, businesses, volunteers and partner organisations to develop projects that enhance the local environment and strengthen community pride.

If you are a confident communicator who enjoys building relationships, managing projects and turning ideas into action, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

This is a varied and hugely rewarding role where no two days are the same.

As Community Engagement Officer, you will play a key role in inspiring and supporting local communities to improve their neighbourhoods. You'll develop community projects, coordinate volunteers, deliver educational activities, create engaging communications and support funding bids that help bring environmental initiatives to life across Solihull.

We're looking for someone who can engage and motivate others, build lasting relationships and deliver projects that have a positive impact on local communities.

You will have:

• A Level 3 qualification in a relevant community-based subject, or equivalent experience.
• Experience of delivering community, educational or engagement projects.
• Experience of working with partners, volunteers and local communities.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Experience of creating engaging communications, marketing materials or social media content.
• A full driving licence and access to a vehicle, as this is an essential car user post.[NF2]

Why Join Solihull Council?

At Solihull Council, we are committed to creating a great place to work where employees are valued, supported and encouraged to develop.

In return, we offer:

• Generous annual leave entitlements with the opportunity to purchase up to 10-days additional leave per year
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme – a 24-hour independent, free and confidential advice and support service
• Family and carer friendly policies
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Employee benefits including staff discounts, subsidised travel passes and Cycle 2 Work Scheme.

Additional Information

• Based at the Central Depot, Moat Lane.
• Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to support community events and engagement activities.

Interviews will be held week commencing 5th or 6th October 2026

This post is covered by the Fluency Duty, as outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers.

Solihull Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.

Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.