Project Officer

2 weeks ago

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom Lancashire County Council Full time £36,363 - £40,777 per year

Salary £36,363 - £40,777 per annum | Fixed Term, 8 week contract | Full time 37 hours per week | County Hall, Preston

Are you passionate about making a difference and supporting people into meaningful employment? Join our Lancashire Skills and Employment Hub team at County Hall and play a key role in delivering the Connect to Work programme—a new initiative designed to help individuals with disabilities and others facing barriers to work gain sustainable employment.

As a Project Officer, you will:

  • Provide compliance and system improvement support for the Connect to Work programme.
  • Review and map processes to ensure quality and consistency of delivery.
  • Work closely with the Connect to Work team and operations teams across local authorities.
  • Liaise with DWP and subject matter experts to develop processes in line with programme requirements.
  • Ensure alignment with CRM systems for accurate data recording and reporting.
  • Develop guidance documents, desk aids, and training resources to support consistent delivery.
  • Create onboarding materials and process walkthroughs for new Employment Specialists.

What we're looking for:

  • Recognised Level 4 or above vocational qualification or equivalent experience.
  • Experience in the employability sector supporting individuals with health conditions, disabilities, or complex barriers.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships.
  • Ability to plan, organise, and prioritise effectively while working independently across multiple locations.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft applications and CRM systems.
  • Ability to design and produce clear training resources and materials.

If you're motivated by helping people overcome barriers and achieve their goals, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and help us deliver life-changing employment support across Lancashire—where your work truly matters.

Closing Date: 28/11/2025

Why join us?

By joining Lancashire County Council, you can shape the career path that is right for you, with opportunities to gain personal and professional qualifications, coaching, and mentoring. Lancashire County Council truly is the place where you can have the career you've always wanted.

In return for your passion and expertise, we offer a generous benefits package, which includes:

  • A competitive salary and Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
  • A great holiday entitlement of 26 days annual leave, which increases with length of service. You will also be entitled to 8 Bank Holidays, 2 additional statutory Bank Holidays, and have the option to buy additional leave each year.
  • Our staff discount scheme in partnership with Vivup, allowing you to access discounts with a range of UK retailers, saving on everything from weekly food shops to white goods and cars.
  • Access to fantastic development and career opportunities.

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