Project Officer

Sustrans Hub; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced maternity pay

Flexible working

Job summary

Walk Wheel Cycle Trust in Glasgow is seeking a Project Officer to support schools and Local Authorities across Scotland to increase active travel, such as walking, wheeling and cycling. You’ll deliver behaviour change projects, plan and run tools and initiatives, and build strong relationships with schools and councils to support these efforts.

The role requires at least three years’ experience with community groups, knowledge of active travel and the ability to run workshops and projects with

Qualifications

• 3 years’ work experience including experience working with community groups.
• Knowledge of active travel (walking, wheeling and cycling) and understanding barriers faced by underrepresented communities.
• Experience delivering workshops, presentations and project work with clear communication and collaboration.
• Strong organisational, problem-solving and workload management skills.
• Ability to work to keep children, young people and adults at risk safe.

Responsibilities

• Deliver behaviour change and engagement projects that encourage active travel.
• Plan, organise and deliver tools and projects that support partners to encourage more walking, wheeling and cycling.
• Build effective working relationships with schools, community groups and local authorities to support these projects.

Skills

Community groups

Active travel

Workshops

Project delivery

Time management

Job description

Your work will help pupils, staff and local communities travel in healthier and more sustainable ways.

• Contract: 12 Month Fixed Term
• Location: Glasgow
• Full time 37.5 hours per week - we are happy to talk flexible working
• £29,835 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Closing date: 23:59 on 20 September 2026

As the Project Officer, you will support schools and Local Authorities across Scotland to increase active travel, such as walking, wheeling and cycling. Your work will help pupils, staff and local communities travel in healthier and more sustainable ways.

What You'll Be Doing

Deliver behaviour change and engagement projects that encourage active travel.

Plan, organise and deliver tools and projects that support partners to encourage more walking, wheeling and cycling.

Build effective working relationships with schools, community groups and local authorities to support these projects.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys delivering multiple projects that engage and support partners with a flexible approach to working independently and in teams.

About you

We're looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don’t need to meet every requirement — if you feel you'd be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.

3 years’ work experience including experience working with community groups, which may include voluntary work.

Knowledge of active travel (walking, wheeling and cycling) and an understanding of the barriers faced by underrepresented or disadvantaged communities.

Experience delivering workshops, presentations and project work, with the ability to communicate clearly and build effective collaborative relationships.

Strong organisational, problem-solving and workload management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and deliver across multiple projects to tight deadlines.

The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk.

Living our values

At the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, we're a values‑driven organisation. We're looking for people who are:

Always Learning - curious, open-minded and committed to continuous improvement.

Championing Equity - inclusive, respectful and focused on ensuring everyone has a voice and fair opportunity to succeed.

Taking Ownership - proactive, responsible and empowered to make things better.

Delivering Together - collaborative, transparent and motivated by shared success.

Through our values we make it possible for more people to walk, wheel and cycle safely, healthily and joyfully.

Additional information

Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams during the 5 th or 6 th October 2026.

Why work for us?

At Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, you'll be part of a movement to make it easier for people to walk and cycle.

We're all here to change things. You'll be part of an incredible community of talented, passionate, creative problem solvers all working together to change things for the better.

We act locally and think big - we have a vision of a society where the way we travel creates healthier places and happier lives for everyone.

You'll be questioning the status quo and daring to imagine a different world. You'll work on exciting, impactful projects that will stretch and empower you and you'll be rewarded by seeing the difference you make to people, communities and the planet.

We believe including everyone is central to who we are and what we want to achieve. We welcome difference and pride ourselves on creating a culture where you can be yourself and where your wellness is supported.

You'll be guaranteed to make friends for life and work with a team that is incredibly flexible, supportive, ethical and fun.

Family-friendly

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Flexible Working practices (full-time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday).