Looking for a new opportunity? Houghton Regis Town Council is always keen to hear from people who are passionate about supporting our local community.
Explore our current job vacancies below and discover opportunities to become part of our team, helping to make Houghton Regis a great place to live, work and visit.
Click on the individual vacancies for further information, including job descriptions, requirements and details on how to apply.
The Support Officer (Community) and Youth Support Worker posts may be held separately or combined. Applicants are welcome to apply for either or both positions.
Youth Support Worker
Monday evenings and alternate Thursday evenings during term time (average of 4.25 hours per week).
SCP 9-12 £28,153 – £29,542 pro-rata Term-time only
We are seeking an experienced, self-motivated and approachable individual with excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for developing and supporting the Council’s youth services.
As a confident and engaging communicator with a caring, nurturing and supportive approach, you will have proven experience of working with young people and supporting youth-focused projects and initiatives. You will be passionate about empowering young people to explore new opportunities, build confidence and embrace new challenges through positive relationships, encouragement and effective support.
You will be committed to continuous improvement, bringing enthusiasm, creativity and a proactive approach to the role. The successful candidate will be able to work independently using their own initiative, as well as contributing effectively as part of a team.
CVs will not be accepted.
Please return your completed application form no later than the closing date of 27th November 2026
Youth Support Worker Job Description
Youth Support Worker Person Specification
Application Letter for Youth Support Worker
Support Officer (Community)
25 hours per week Permanent SCP 14-17 £30,515 - £32,046 pro-rata
We are looking for an experienced, self-motivated, and detail-oriented support officer to join our established team. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive approach, a strong commitment to excellence, and the organisational skills needed to help us maintain an outstanding level of service to our community.
The successful applicant for this role will bring strong attention to detail, an ability to work methodically under pressure, and a commitment to supporting both colleagues and the wider council. Essential experience includes a solid understanding of MS Office applications (Word, Teams, and Excel). As a confident communicator who is highly organised, you will be adept at prioritising tasks effectively and staying calm under pressure. This position calls for initiative, strong teamwork skills, and a willingness to embrace change as required.
CVs will not be accepted.
Please return your completed application form no later than the closing date of 27th November 2026
Support Officer (Community) Advert
Support Officer (Community) Job Description
Support Officer (Community) Person Specification
Application Letter for Support Officer (Community)