Project Support Assistant

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work – 1 day remote

Job summary

South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service in Sheffield is seeking a Project Support Assistant on a contract basis. You will assist Project Managers with documentation, monitor progress, and help prepare regular updates for senior management and Fire and Rescue Authority Members.

The role supports liaison with Project Managers to identify issues and to prepare exception reports, while providing guidance on the SYFR project management methodology. This position offers hybrid working with 1 day remote.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with the preparation of their project documentation.
• Monitor the progress of projects and prepare regular programme updates to senior management and Fire and Rescue Authority Members.
• Liaise with Project Managers to identify issues and prompt preparation of exception reports and updates.
• Provide advice and guidance on SYFR project management methodology.

Job description

Project Support Assistant

Company: South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service

Salary: £25,949 - £25,989

Hours: Full-time

Location: SHEFFIELD, S1 3FG

Working pattern: Hybrid - 1 day remote

Job type: Contract

Posting date: 26 Aug 2026

Closing date: 7 Sept 2026

Summary

The key duties will include:

• Assist Project Managers with the preparation of their project documentation.
• Monitor the progress of projects and initiatives, including the collation of progress reports from Project Managers and the preparation of regular programme updates to senior management and Fire and Rescue Authority Members.
• Liaise with Project Managers to identify any issues and problems associated with projects and prompt the preparation of exception reports and other relevant updates.
• Provide advice and guidance to Project Managers on all aspects of the SYFR project management methodology.

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