Tenancy Management Officer - Traveller, Roma and Gypsy Liaison

  • Salary range:
    £39,152
  • Possalaryto
    £42,839
  • Contract Type:
    Permanent
  • Directorate:
    Place & Economy
  • Closing Date:
    2 March 2026
  • Pay Grade:
    10
  • Weekly Hours:
    37

All about the Role 

We are seeking a proactive, empathetic, and highly organised Traveller Liaison Officer to join our team. This is a vital role focused on supporting Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller (GRT) communities, ensuring positive engagement, access to services, and effective site management.

You will act as the main point of contact between Traveller communities, the local authority, partner agencies, and local residents. Your work will help promote community cohesion, resolve concerns promptly, and support individuals to access essential services including housing, education, health, and welfare.


Key Responsibilities

  • Build positive, respectful relationships with Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller communities.
  • Provide advice, support, and advocacy to individuals and families accessing local services.
  • Support the effective management and upkeep of Traveller sites, reporting issues and ensuring safety and compliance.
  • Respond to enquiries and concerns from the public and stakeholders, promoting understanding and fair treatment.
  • Maintain accurate case records, site reports, and data to inform service planning.
  • Contribute to policies and initiatives aimed at improving outcomes and inclusion for GRT communities.
  • Work flexibly, including occasional evenings or weekends based on service needs.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

  • An excellent communicator, able to build trust with diverse communities.
  • Empathetic and culturally aware, with a non‑judgemental and person‑centred approach.
  • Resilient and calm under pressure, able to manage challenging situations constructively.
  • Highly organised, with the ability to work independently and prioritise a varied workload.
  • A team player, confident working with internal and external partners.
  • Experienced in community engagement.
  • A driver with access to a vehicle .

 

You'll be joining a fantastic, friendly, and highly committed Tenancy Management and Support Team who are passionate about making a difference.
We work collaboratively, supporting each other, sharing knowledge, and celebrating successes together.

The team prides itself on being:

  • Supportive – we look out for each other and help one another thrive.
  • Positive and solution‑focused – we work creatively to overcome challenges.
  • Inclusive – everyone brings something unique, and we value each other's strengths.
  • Dedicated to improving lives and strengthening community relationships.

As Traveller Liaison Officer, you'll be a core part of this team. Together, we'll create a service that is compassionate, effective, and truly person‑centred

 

 

 

All about our Benefits 
We value our colleagues and have developed a number of benefits in addition to our generous annual leave starting at 25 days + bank holidays, sick pay and local government pension scheme… 

  • Access to a range of benefits via our Employee Benefits Platform, including in-store and online discounts as well as our Cycle to Work and Home & Electronics schemes 
  • Buy up to 10 days additional annual leave (pro-rata)  
  • Access to car lease scheme 
  • Take your bank holidays flexibly to better suit your personal circumstances 
  • Make Additional Voluntary Contributions (Shared Cost AVCs) to your pension with tax and National Insurance savings 
  • Access to development opportunities including apprenticeships to support your personal and professional growth 
  • Paid volunteering hours each year so you can make a positive impact on our community during your normal working day 
  • Access to our equality, diversity and inclusion network 
  • Opportunities to receive Employee Recognition Awards 


All about our Commitments 
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to fostering diversity, advancing equity, and building an inclusive workplace for everyone. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and particularly encourage those from underrepresented groups, including disabled people, care leavers, and individuals from minority ethnic communities. Your unique perspectives and experiences are encouraged and valued and will play a vital role in our success. 

We are committed to making our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you are disabled and require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact pccrecruitment@peterborough.gov.uk  we will work with you to meet your needs. 

Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

If you've already applied and completed the recruitment process for this position within the last three months, there's no need to reapply. We really appreciate your interest and thank you for considering us.

 
 
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31 Bridge Street, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, UK, PE1 1HF
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Jemma Tingey

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Job benefits

Employee benefits platform

Access to a range of benefits, including in-store and online discounts as well as our Cycle to Work and Home & Electronics schemes.

Annual Leave Buying

Buy up to 10 days additional annual leave (pro-rata).

Car Lease Scheme

Access to car lease scheme.

Bank Holiday Flexibility

Take your bank holidays flexibly to better suit your personal circumstances.

Shared Cost AVCs

Make Additional Voluntarily Contributions to your pension with tax and National Insurance savings.

Learning & Development

Access to development opportunities including apprenticeships to support your personal and professional growth.

Volunteer Leave

Paid volunteering hours each year so you can make a positive impact on our community during your normal working day.

Employee Recognition Awards

Opportunities to receive Employee Recognition Awards.


Find out more about our benefits, ways of working and commitment to your wellbeing.

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