Project Officer

Project Officer
Location: Barnsley - 3 days onsite
Client: Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council
Contract Type: Temporary (3 months)
Hours: Full time 37 hours per week
Salary: £18.35 per hour (Umbrella)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Project Officer to join the Early Start and Families Service within Children’s Services. The role involves supporting a range of projects including family hubs and early years childcare. The successful candidate will contribute to service development, strategy, performance, and quality improvement aimed at enhancing the welfare and wellbeing of children and families.
Key Responsibilities

• Assist with project management and coordination of resources to ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery.
• Plan and manage projects within a formal programme and project management framework.
• Provide advice and guidance on complex people-related project issues.
• Maintain project risk registers and assist in issue resolution.
• Support performance management and data analysis to promote continuous improvement.
• Identify and implement processes, technology, and systems to enhance service delivery.
• Maintain documentation libraries for effective project management.
• Prepare reports and presentations.
• Liaise and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Stay informed on local and national developments relevant to children’s services.
• Comply with health and safety, legal, and financial regulations.
• Undertake other duties as required by management.

Experience & Knowledge

• Substantial experience supporting project delivery.
• Experience in a project management environment.
• Familiarity with formal project management methodologies.
• Experience in service improvement and stakeholder engagement.
• Knowledge of children’s services transformation.
• Understanding of project management methodologies and council services.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications.
• Awareness of challenges in children’s social care.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Skilled in documentation and presentation creation.
• Ability to research, analyse data, and produce reports.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to work flexibly and undertake professional development.
• Commitment to council values and inclusive practices.
• Ability to travel as required.

Additional Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects improving children's lives.
• Collaborative working environment within a supportive team.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

If you are interested in the role and would like to contact me for further information on the role you can contact myself on the details below.

At Service Care Solutions we also offer a £250 bonus for referrals! If you think you know someone who would be ideal for this role and they are placed in the job you will then receive £250 at the end of their probationary period.

To apply for this role, or to refer someone else, then please do not hesitate to contact Jack at Service Care Solutions on 01772208964 or email on Jack.Lonsdale@Servicecare.org.uk