Project Support Officer - Uttlesford District Council

 Project Support Officer - Uttlesford District Council

 Temporary Contract up to 24 months

 Salary Grade 5 £31,537 rising to £34,434

 Closing Date: Wednesday 21st January 2026

This vacancy is being recruited on behalf of Uttlesford District Council, who will be your employer. To find out more and apply please visit https://www.uttlesford.gov.uk/jobs-careers

This is an exciting opportunity to join Uttlesford District Council at a pivotal time. As Project Support Officer, you will provide vital support to enable the smooth running of programme and project activity within our Corporate Programme.

You will coordinate project and programme tasks, maintain documentation, assist with reporting and monitoring progress across specific projects and workstreams. You will also help embed project practice and skills by maintaining and enhancing the library of project management tools and templates and supporting development of learning and skills for the organisation.

Why Join Us?

• Help form a new team and service: Play a key role in shaping processes and embedding programme and project management across the organisation.
• Broaden your experience of local government: Work on diverse projects that span multiple service areas and priorities.
• Shape and deliver critical programmes: Support the organisation as it prepares for Local Government Reorganisation, influencing how services evolve for the future.

About You

• We’re looking for a proactive and organised individual with:
• Knowledge of tools and techniques for organising complex work packages and priorities
• Awareness of project methodologies
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Confidence in MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, TEAMS/SharePoint)
• Attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities

Experience in supporting projects or similar activities within a large, complex organisation is desirable.

Uttlesford District Council is a family friendly Council.  We encourage and support our employees to have a healthy work life balance as well as offering a range of benefits including generous annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro-rata), leisure centre discounts, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and an online platform offering discounts from online retailers. 

For an informal discussion please contact Katy Chambers, Head of Transformation and Projects 01799 510488.

To find out more and apply please visit https://www.uttlesford.gov.uk/jobs-careers

Closing date for completed applications is Wednesday 21 January 2026.

CVs will not be accepted.

Uttlesford District Council is an inclusive employer, and we welcome applications from all. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and a Fostering Friendly Employer and proud to support our Care Leavers and the Armed Forces Covenant.  Anyone disclosing a disability or is a Care leaver or is a member of the Armed Forces community (Veteran/Service leaver, Reserve Forces, or their Spouses/Partners or Cadet Force Adult Volunteer) whose application meets the essential criteria for the post will be guaranteed an interview.