Seasonal Beach Patrol Officer

At Arun District Council, we are continuously working to improve wellbeing, housing, the environment and the economy within the district. We care about making a difference to those who live, work, and visit Arun, and you could be that difference.

Overall Job Purpose:

The main purpose of the job is to provide a uniformed presence representing Arun District Council on the promenades and foreshores during the period from March to September. You will help promote education and understanding of waterside safety and the local environment. You will ensure compliance with the relevant byelaws by authorised means. React to issues and concerns that impact on the public safety as quickly and efficiently as possible. In some instance the inspectors must refer issues to the relevant authority and will at no time put themselves at risk. You will be a local information point for all seafront visitors. You will work at Bognor Regis or Littlehampton, as required by the Foreshore Officer. Please note that a full and clean driving licence is an essential requirement for all post-holders.

For more information about joining the Foreshores Team, the role profile is located at the bottom of this advert. It details the main duties of the job as well as the behaviours and competencies (evaluated at interview stage).

We love to invest in our people, providing the opportunity for professional development and fulfilment. Work life balance is encouraged, and we enjoy a variety of flexible working arrangements. Please see Why work for Arun for more information on what Arun offers their employees.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity status or disability.

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CLOSING DATE: 16 January 2026 23:59pm

Interviews are likely to commence in the week beginning 2 February 2026

Training is scheduled to begin 9 March 2026