Trainee EPRR Project Support Officer

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Manchester seeks a Project Support Officer apprentice for the Operations and EPRR team. This role combines administrative support with professional development through a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship. Ideal candidates are organised, enthusiastic, and able to work to deadlines. The position offers a salary of £27,485 to £30,162 with numerous benefits including annual leave and pension.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Excellent pension

Cycle to work scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Wellbeing programme

Blue Light Card Discounts

Qualifications

• Candidates must be enthusiastic, hard working, and a team player.
• Proactive and organised individuals who can prioritise tasks are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and project support to EPRR and Operations Team.
• Ensure project deadlines are met and documentation is accurate.
• Maintain effective service delivery across the departments.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Hard working

Team player

Proactive

Organised

Able to prioritise

Education

Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship

Job description

Overview

Job summary
Are you looking to build a long-term career and gain qualifications while making a difference? Then look no further!

We are looking for the next rising star to develop their skills and work within our Operations and Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Response (EPRR) team.

You will work supporting the Deputy Chief Operating Officer and EPRR team to provide key administrative and project support. Alongside this full-time administrative role you will be enrolled onto the Business Apprenticeship Programme and will be expected to study and complete assignments to achieve a recognised Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship within a 24 month period for suitable candidates.

Please refer to Annex 21 of Agenda for Change. As an apprentice, you will receive a maximum of 70% of the pay band maximum for the qualified rate for the first 12 months. This will increase by 5% each year as explained in Agenda for Change terms and conditions. This is an apprenticeship position and the successful candidate will develop the knowledge and skills to undertake the position to the full potential whilst on the job.

Main duties / Responsibilities

Provide essential administrative, coordination and support functions to the Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Response (EPRR) and Operations Team in the successful delivery of its functions. This role will ensure that project activities are well-organised, deadlines are met, and documentation is accurate and up to date. The Project Support Officer will play a key role in supporting the teams and maintaining effective service delivery across the Operations and EPRR departments. The perfect candidate will have a flexible approach to providing administrative and project support to the teams working across the Organisation. There will be contact with all levels of staff across the Organisation, therefore good communication skills are essential.

Are you…..

• Enthusiastic
• Hard working
• Team player
• Proactive
• Organised
• Able to prioritise and work to conflicting deadlines

Qualifications and Requirements

The qualification, training and experience requirements for this role are outlined in the Job Description/Person Specification.

About us

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 staff and delivers services from more than 122 locations. We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care across Greater Manchester and beyond. Our organisation aims to offer opportunities to learn and develop skills and encourage new ideas that improve care for service users.

Details

Date posted: 15 September 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 4

Salary: £27,485 to £30,162 a year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number: 437-7437979

Job locations: Prestwich, Manchester, M25 3BL

Benefits

• Pay Enhancements
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts
• fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)

Disclosures

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Eligibility

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.