Project Support Officer (Community Health & Wellbeing) - CMB1412e

Job details

Job reference: REQ00000017503

Date posted: 06/11/2024

Application closing date: 21/11/2024

Location: Carlisle

Salary: £33,366 - £34,314

Contractual hours: 37

Basis: Full time

Project Support Officer (Community Health & Wellbeing) - CMB1412e

Salary: £33,366 - £34,314 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Flexible, currently home working. Team base is Cumbria House, Carlisle.
Contract: Fixed-term for 12 months

About us

Cumberland Council is an ambitious and forward-thinking authority dedicated to shaping a better future for our communities. We are passionate about creating a vibrant future by addressing inequalities, creating thriving economies that work for our residents and protecting our environment.

At the core of our vision is a commitment to our people, with health and well-being being integral to everything we do, underscoring every initiative and ensuring we provide unparalleled support for all.

We can’t do it without you! Come and embark on the journey to a vibrant future with us, where the work you do will make a real impact. Together, let's shape a community that's as dynamic and inclusive as our landscape. Be a part of the transformation!

About this opportunity

It’s a challenging and exciting time to work for Cumberland Council which has recently celebrated its first year in operation. We are looking for dynamic and motivated professionals to join us as part of the council’s Adults Social Care and Housing transformation team.
This role is a fantastic chance to make a difference, putting health and wellbeing at the centre of everything we do, building inclusive economy, having a fairer society, protecting our environment and ultimately, delivering great public services. As well as further developing your knowledge and experience, you will work across the full project lifecycle, supporting scoping, initiation, implementation, delivery and benefits realisation.

Cumberland’s Programme Management Office is within the Business Transformation and Change Directorate and supports ways of improving, governing, controlling, and assuring investment and change within the Council and the way in which we deliver services.

The post sits within the Programme Management Office and is matrix managed by Adults Social Care and Housing (ASCH) to support Community Health and Wellbeing within the ASCH transformation programme.

Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for candidates with excellent organisation skills and a customer focussed approach, capable of managing multiple and competing priorities. This role provides project support to colleagues across the programme, providing support to manage and administer ASCH transformation projects.

Working closely with the Community Health and Wellbeing project teams providing professional project support through effective organisation, activity planning/monitoring, information management and project reporting. You will also offer project management advice, support, and guidance and tools to senior managers and service leads who are overseeing the projects and programmes.

You will have a commitment to a customer focussed approach and the ability to manage your own work and work as part of a project team. If you are proactive, flexible and hard-working, then we want to hear from you!

Fundamentally, we are seeking individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change and shape a better future for our communities. Your commitment to these principles will be instrumental in delivering services that are vital to the well-being and prosperity of our residents.

What we offer

• Competitive rates of pay and annual pay increase*
• 25-31 days holiday each year plus bank holiday allowance plus option to purchase up to 2 weeks additional leave and spread the cost over 12 months
• Learning and development opportunities including development time each week (where applicable)
• Flexible working arrangements including the ability to work from home supporting a culture that fits around you (subject to role)
• Opportunity to join the generous Local Government Pension Scheme with defined benefit plans securing your future
• Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise)
• Money off your local gym including Better, Newfield Health, The Gym Group and Lifestyle Fitness
• In house staff support networks
• 20% off a Vodafone mobile phone contract for you and up to 5 family and friends
• Various discount schemes including RAC roadside recovery discount and money off local supportive businesses
• Employee assistance programme and access to in-house Occupational Health service including physio treatment and access to external counselling service
• Tusker car leasing salary sacrifice scheme as well as an esteem car loan scheme for essential car users
• Spec Savers eyecare voucher

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 21 November 2024

Interview date: To be agreed

Our interview process can accommodate both in-person and virtual formats, with tailored options discussed upon invitation to the interview stage. Preferred for virtual interviews is the use of Microsoft Teams, currently available for new users at no cost. However, should you encounter any challenges accessing this technology, we are open to discussing alternative arrangements prior to the scheduled interviews.

Work-Life balance
Cumberland Council is deeply invested in fostering a work culture that prioritises the well-being and balance of our team members. Embracing flexible and hybrid working models, we empower employees to achieve optimal work-life balance.

Recognising the importance of personal time, we offer a generous holiday allowance, providing ample opportunity for rest and rejuvenation. Additionally, our flexible working hours, including flexitime arrangements, further contribute to a supportive environment where individuals can effectively manage their professional and personal commitments.

Keeping the people we work with safe
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expect unwavering commitment to this cause from our employees, volunteers, and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs). Together, we create a secure environment where every individual is safeguarded and respected.

We welcome applications from everyone
At Cumberland Council, we are dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce, striving to mirror the rich tapestry of the communities we proudly serve. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are devoted in fostering an inclusive, supportive culture that embraces and appreciates our unique differences.

Reasonable Adjustments: We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know on; Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. We will ensure that these adjustments are made to accommodate your needs.

Your Voice Matters; Connect, Engage, and Make Your Voice Heard!
We don't just encourage engagement—we celebrate it. That's why we've cultivated a vibrant community of staff networking groups where every voice matters.

These groups are more than just forums—they're hubs of innovation and inclusion, dedicated to sparking fresh ideas, challenging the status quo, and championing equality and fairness for all. From exploring new perspectives to shaping policies that reflect our diverse workforce, our staff networks play a pivotal role in driving positive change.