Project Officer

Sustrans; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A transportation charity is seeking a Project Officer to promote walking, wheeling, and cycling across schools in the North and Midlands. The role involves planning projects, building relationships with local stakeholders, and mentoring volunteers. The ideal candidate will have project management experience and excellent communication skills. This is a part-time position (15 hours/week) with hybrid working arrangements, offering a salary of £29,235 pro rata. The application deadline is 15 February 2026.

Benefits

28 days leave plus bank holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Flexible working practices

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing small defined projects or work packages.
• Experience connecting with varied audiences and adapting communication.
• Ability to manage priorities and workload effectively.
• Demonstrated capacity to motivate and mentor team members.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver projects promoting active travel within schools.
• Build relationships with local authorities and stakeholders.
• Supervise and mentor project team including volunteers.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Mentoring

Job description

You will build strong, effective relationships with local leaders, authorities, and other key stakeholders.

• Contract: 6-months fixed term
• Location: Stockton, hybrid working across local schools and the local hub
• 15 hours per week
• £29,235 per annum (pro rata for part time)
• Closing date: 23:59 on 15 February 2026
• Reference: 119REC

About The Role

Team: Active Journeys

As the Project Officer, you will work directly with schools and local communities across the North and Midlands, identifying ways to transform streets and public spaces into safer, more welcoming environments for active travel.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Plan and deliver behaviour change projects and activities that promote walking, wheeling, and cycling within schools and local communities.
• Build strong, effective relationships with local leaders, authorities, and other key stakeholders.
• Supervise and mentor colleagues and volunteers involved in project delivery.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children, young people, and local communities.

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.

• Proven experience of managing small clearly defined projects or experience of delivering work packages as part of a project.
• Excellent communication skills, with experience of connecting with different audiences and adapting your approach.
• A proactive problem-solver who effectively manages priorities and workload.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and mentor others while collaborating effectively to build strong, positive working relationships.

This role will require travel and work at locations as necessary to undertake projects on behalf of Walk Wheel Cycle Trust.

Additional Information

• Application deadline: 23:59, 15 February 2026
• Interviews will be held at the Stockton Hub on the 23 February 2026. If you are unable to attend in-person, please contact us for alternative arrangements. To apply, please complete our online application form.
• We are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We welcome applications from everyone from all parts of the community.
• Adjustments are available throughout the application process.

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.

What We Offer

Wellbeing

• 28 days leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working.
• Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro rata for part-time staff).
• Staff volunteer days.
• 24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service.
• We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes.

Financial

• Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust.
• Bike, computer and season ticket loans.
• Discount benefits.
• London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London).
• Death in service benefit 3 times annual salary.

Family-friendly

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

For More Information Contact

Recruitment team