Community Engagement & Casework Officer

 

Date Added: 4 August 2026

Closing Date: 20 August 2026

Location: Wakefield

Salary: In line with IPSA payscales (PDF Download)

Length of Contract: Permanent, subject to 6 month probation period

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Job Details:

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Simon is looking for a passionate and proactive Community Engagement and Casework Officer in our Wakefield and Rothwell constituency.

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You’ll develop and implement strategies to engage with our local communities, ensuring their voices are heard. You will organise and manage events, meetings, and public appearances for us. Handling correspondence, social media, and press releases to maintain a strong public presence will be part of your role. Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including local organisations, businesses, and government bodies, is essential.

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You’ll need excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely. You’ll deal with a wide range of social and policy casework. Strong organisational abilities are crucial, as you will need to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently.

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Being proactive and creative, with the ability to think outside the box and develop innovative engagement strategies, is important to us. You should be a team player, collaborative, and able to work effectively within a team environment. A genuine interest in politics and community development is essential.

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This role offers the opportunity to make a real difference in the community and contribute to meaningful change.

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Upon appointment you will be required to comply with the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, undertaken by the Members’ Staff Verification Office (MSVO). See Members’ Staff Verification Office (MSVO) page for further info. 

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Closing Date: 20 August 2026 at midday

Interview/Start Dates: In-person in Wakefield on 27th August.

 

Application Details:

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Please email a CV and cover letter (no longer than one side of A4) to Ellie James, elliec.james@parliament.uk. 

 

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Please see W4MP Jobs for opportunities elsewhere.

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