Project Officer - Childrens Services - Local Authority

Reed; Barnsley; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public services organization is seeking an experienced Project Officer for Children's Services in Barnsley. This role involves managing and coordinating projects aimed at improving child welfare. Candidates should have strong project management skills, experience with stakeholder engagement, and a solid understanding of children's services. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Hybrid working model

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Formal project management training or significant experience in a project management environment.
• Proven experience supporting projects to completion.
• Understanding of children’s services and transformation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate projects to ensure they are delivered on time.
• Utilise formal project management methods to plan and track progress.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project success.

Skills

Project management training

Experience with project completion

Familiarity with project management methods

Stakeholder engagement

Presentation skills

Understanding of children's services

Knowledge of council services

Proficiency in Microsoft tools

Job description

Overview

Project Officer – Children's Services

• Hourly Rate: £17.79 PAYE (Umbrella option available)
• Location: Barnsley (Hybrid working)
• Job Type: Full-time interim

We are seeking an experienced Project Officer to join our dedicated team within Children's Services. This role is crucial for supporting the management and delivery of projects aimed at improving the welfare and wellbeing of children and families. The focus will be on practice improvement, performance, quality, strategy, and service development.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate projects to ensure they are delivered on time and within budget.
• Utilise formal project management methods to plan and track progress.
• Provide advice and support on project-related matters.
• Maintain risk registers and help resolve issues.
• Support performance monitoring and data analysis.
• Improve services through better processes and systems.
• Prepare reports and presentations for various stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Stay updated on local and national developments in children's services.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety and council regulations.
• Perform additional duties as required to support the department.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Formal project management training or significant experience in a project management environment.
• Proven experience supporting projects to completion.
• Familiarity with project management methods and tools.
• Experience in improving services and working with stakeholders.
• Comfortable with presenting information and leading briefings.
• Understanding of children’s services and transformation.
• Knowledge of council services and proficiency in Microsoft tools.
• Awareness of challenges in children’s social care.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to create clear documentation and presentations.
• Proficient in data analysis and report writing.
• Organised and able to manage time effectively.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.

Additional Requirements

• Flexible working attitude.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• Commitment to council values.
• Ability to travel as needed for the role.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Hybrid working model.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Supportive team environment.

To apply for the Project Officer position in Children\'s Services, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.