Current Vacancies;
Community Engagement & Events Officer – closing date 14.08.26
Youth Worker – closing date 14.08.26
Cafe Manager – closing date 21.08.26
Community Engagement & Events Officer
Shinfield Parish Council
Salary: £31,537 to £34, 434 (Full time)
Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)
Location: Shinfield Parish, Berkshire
Reporting to: Chief Executive & Clerk
Help Shape the Future of Your Community
Shinfield Parish Council is looking for an enthusiastic, creative and community-focused individual to become our new Community Engagement & Events Officer.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in strengthening community connections across our six villages, increasing resident engagement, developing innovative communications, and delivering a vibrant programme of community events. The role sits at the heart of the Council’s work to build trust, encourage participation and enhance local pride.
If you enjoy meeting people, creating engaging content, organising events and making a real difference to local communities, we’d love to hear from you.
About the Role
You will lead the Council’s efforts to engage residents, community groups, businesses, schools and partner organisations. The role includes:
Developing new ways to engage residents and encourage participation in local democracy.
Helping to grow the Council’s digital communications and social media presence.
Supervising the Youth Worker Team
Creating engaging content including newsletters, videos, graphics, publicity campaigns and website updates.
Planning and delivering community events ranging from the Annual Parish Meeting and Remembrance Sunday to Christmas celebrations and new community initiatives.
Working closely with councillors, community groups, schools, sports clubs and local businesses.
Producing reports, analysing engagement data and helping shape future community initiatives.
Some evening and weekend work will be required to attend meetings, support events and community activities as required.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who can combine creativity with excellent organisation and communication skills.
Essential Requirements
Experience in community engagement, events, communications or a related field.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience in planning and delivering events.
Confidence using social media and digital communication tools.
Ability to build positive relationships with a diverse range of people.
Strong organisational and project management skills.
Experience working with volunteers, community groups or stakeholder organisations.
Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends.
Desirable
Experience working in local government, parish/town councils or community development.
Video editing or digital content creation skills.
Website management experience.
Experience working with young people.
Ability to analyse community data and produce reports.
Why Join Us?
This is a rare opportunity to help shape how one of Berkshire’s largest and most dynamic parishes connects with its residents. You will have the freedom to develop fresh ideas, build new partnerships and create events and communications that have a visible impact on community life.
You’ll be joining an ambitious and forward-thinking council that values inclusivity, transparency, creativity and public service.
How to Apply
Complete the application form below, no CV’s will be accepted.
Shinfield Parish Council
School Green Centre
Shinfield, Berkshire
Email: Clerk@Shinfieldparish.gov.uk
Telephone: 0118 9888220
Closing Date: 14th August 2026
Youth Worker (Part-Time)
Salary: £26,403 to £28,598 (pro rata)
Hours: 18.5 hours per week, including some evenings and weekends
Location: Across Shinfield Parish, Berkshire
Reporting to: Community Engagement & Events Officer
Help Make a Difference to Local Young People
Shinfield Parish Council is seeking an enthusiastic, approachable and motivated Youth Worker to help develop and deliver an exciting programme of activities and support for young people (primarily working with teenagers) across the parish.
This is a fantastic opportunity to build positive relationships with young residents, support their personal development, create engaging activities and help ensure young people have a stronger voice within their community.
Whether you already have experience in youth work, community development, education, sport or a related field, we would love to hear from individuals who are passionate about helping young people thrive.
The Role
Working across the parish, you will:
Build positive and lasting relationships with young people.
Organise and deliver youth activities including drop-in sessions, gaming and esports activities, cinema events, holiday activities and themed events.
Provide informal mentoring, guidance and signposting to support services where appropriate.
Encourage young people to become involved in volunteering, work experience and community initiatives.
Work with schools, sports clubs, community organisations, Thames Valley Police and Wokingham Borough Council to support local young people.
Support positive community cohesion and initiatives aimed at reducing anti-social behaviour.
Help establish and support a Parish Youth Council, ensuring young people’s voices are heard in local decision-making.
Maintain safeguarding records, attendance monitoring and activity documentation.
Help identify funding opportunities and support grant applications.
What We’re Looking For
Essential
Experience working with young people in a paid or voluntary capacity.
Understanding of the challenges and aspirations of young people.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to engage and inspire young people from diverse backgrounds.
Awareness of safeguarding, confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Flexibility to work evenings and occasional weekends.
Desirable
Youth work qualification or willingness to train.
Experience delivering sports, physical activities or coaching.
Experience with gaming, esports or digital youth engagement.
First Aid qualification.
Experience working with councils, schools or community organisations.
Why Join Shinfield Parish Council?
This is an opportunity to help shape an exciting new approach to youth engagement within one of Berkshire’s most vibrant and rapidly growing communities. You will have the opportunity to develop new projects, create lasting impact and ensure young people are at the heart of community life.
Training opportunities will be provided, and we welcome applications from both experienced youth workers and individuals looking to develop a career in community and youth engagement.
An Enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.
How to Apply
For an application pack and further information, please visit our website (www.shinfieldparish.gov.uk) or contact:
Shinfield Parish Council
School Green Centre
Shinfield, Berkshire
Email: Clerk@Shinfieldparish.gov.uk
Telephone: 0118 9888220
Closing Date: 14th August 2026
Cafe Manager (Weekdays) at the Tin Roof Cafe, School Green Centre, Shinfield
How to Apply
Review the full Job Description below, then complete the application form below and send to Lynda
Closing Date: 21st August 2026
Interviews: 28th August 2026