Community speedwatch district administrator

The Road Safety Team are looking for an enthusiastic volunteer to expand our established team in assisting with the day-to‑day administration of Community SpeedWatch across Sussex. Volunteers make a vital difference to our work to reduce speeding vehicles across the county, having a direct impact on the number of people who are killed or seriously injured on the roads of Sussex.

If you are interested in supporting road safety in Sussex, then we would like to hear from you. Applicants will be invited to take part in a professional discussion after the job advert closes. Please note this role is based in West Sussex and successful candidates will be required to have a driving licence and their own transport.

The Role & Key Responsibilities

From your first day with us you will be part of a policing family making a real difference.

It is our mission to identify and protect vulnerable people, prevent and respond to harm and keep people safe.

Community Speedwatch plays a vital role in keeping Sussex safe. You’ll handle a variety of tasks, providing support to CSW groups across Sussex, along with providing operational guidance to groups and distributing service equipment. Reporting to the Community Speedwatch Officer, you will assist with training delivery to groups, utilising local data and priorities set out by Sussex Police Road Safety Team. As a key point of contact for Community Speedwatch groups, you’ll be integral to the smooth running of Speedwatch operations. The role is fast‑paced and varied; no two days will be the same.

You’ll work closely with the CSW Administrators to input data and records onto the CSW online systems and collaborate with the wider team and colleagues to manage and address ongoing speed concerns.

You’ll be a key point of contact for CSW groups, providing advice and support for active groups. You will play a vital role in supporting Community Speedwatch teams at public events to promote road safety and the Community Speedwatch scheme.

You’ll attend Safety In Action events around the county of Sussex alongside the CSW Officer with the aim of promoting road safety by helping to deliver short lesson plans as part of the Road Safety team educational programme. Help at school and community events as and when required by the CSW Officer.

Skills & Experience

• Ability to learn key road safety information and deliver lesson plans with minimal supervision.
• Experience operating with Community Speedwatch groups ideally with experience as a group co‑ordinator.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to adapt communication based on the needs of the individual.
• You will need to be proficient in IT systems, although additional training on back‑end systems will be provided.
• You’ll need to be able to think on your feet, and log information quickly and accurately.
• You’ll need to be calm under pressure and have the confidence to work independently and support local volunteer teams across Sussex.
• Excellent people skills with experience of dealing with enquiries and complaints.
• Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle and willingness to travel across Sussex will be essential. Mileage for travelling will be recompensed.

Why Volunteer With Us?

We take pride in looking after our volunteers, through volunteering you will have the opportunity to:

• Experience policing first‑hand
• Meet new people and teams
• Learn and develop your skills

We will reimburse any travel expenses you may incur whilst volunteering and we have recognition schemes in place for us to formally show our appreciation for your service.

As a police support volunteer you will have access to financial and mental well‑being guidance and support, discounts for everyday spend, our on‑site gyms and a range of sports clubs.

Further Information

As a volunteer within Sussex Police, you will be subjected to a level of police vetting. The level of vetting will be dependent upon your role and access requirements. This process is required to ensure that Sussex Police complies with the legislation of the Vetting Code of Practice.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to being an anti‑racist police service. We promise to challenge injustice, ensure fairness and to uphold anti‑racist principles in both our organisation and our communities.

We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities. Regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious belief, we would love to hear from you.

For more information, you can read our full anti‑racism statement here.