Community Project Officer

Groundwork Ne & Cumbria

The Role

Overview

Support families, run after‑school/holiday play sessions and activities for children.

Key Responsibilities

  • program setup
  • session supervision
  • creative play
  • community relations
  • activity delivery

Tasks

-Leading in setting up and supervising open access after-school and holiday sessions -Supporting creative and interesting opportunities for play -Building positive relationships with local communities -Delivering activities ranging from arts and crafts, environmental play to gardening

What You Bring

-Friendly, well-organised, and confident communicating with families from all walks of life. -Experienced in community engagement, the delivery of activities and has a passion for raising the profile of a childrens’ right to play. -Comfortable using Microsoft Office and managing basic admin and reporting tasks. -Able to work independently and manage your own workload.

Benefits

-Working with families and their children who are aged 0 – 12, (up to 16 with additional needs)

The Company

About Groundwork Ne & Cumbria

-Dedicated to tackling complex environmental and social issues, the company delivers impactful projects across the North East and Cumbria. -With a focus on regenerating local areas, improving sustainability, and creating green jobs, Groundwork is a trusted partner for regional development. -Typical projects include urban regeneration, creating green spaces, improving water management, and supporting local enterprises. -Their expertise spans from water resource management to social enterprise creation, with a deep understanding of local community needs. -They have pioneered innovative approaches to environmental sustainability, such as energy efficiency programs and renewable energy installations. -A strong focus on training and development allows them to empower individuals through education, skills, and job creation. -The company has garnered recognition for its creative solutions to environmental challenges, playing a vital role in improving local economies. -Groundwork North East & Cumbria takes pride in its grassroots impact, working alongside residents to design and deliver projects that benefit future generations.

Sector Specialisms

Environmental Sustainability

Nature-based Solutions

Estuary Restoration

Marine Habitat Restoration

Coastal Ecosystem Management

Community Environmental Projects

Climate Change Mitigation

Youth Employability in Civil Engineering

Construction

Ecological Conservation

Sustainable Finance

Carbon Dioxide Removal

Salt Marsh Restoration

Living Sea Walls

Floating Ecosystems

Fish Shelter Installation

Green Infrastructure

Ecological Data Analysis

Environmental Education

Workplace Opportunity Development

Urban Regeneration

Security Clearance

-an enhanced dbs check will be carried out for this post.