Project Officer - Active Journeys, Schools
Walk Wheel Cycle Trust
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Project Officer - Active Journeys, Schools
- England South
- £29,235 per annum (pro rata for part time)
- Ref: 126REC
- Full time 37.5 hours per week – we are happy to talk flexible working
- Base: West Sussex
- Contract: Fixed term until 31 March 2027
About the Role
Team: Active Journeys
As the Project Officer, you will work directly with schools and local communities across West Sussex, 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 planning and delivering fun activity sessions with children and young people, and helping build projects that help get people active, improving health and wellbeing and the environment!
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.
- Experience of planning and delivering activity sessions, and a willingness to learn and share new practical skills like bike maintenance.
- Experience of working with children and young people.
This role will require travel and work at locations as necessary to undertake projects on behalf of Walk Wheel Cycle Trust.
What We Offer
We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered in your role. That’s why we offer flexible working, a positive team environment, and benefits designed to support your wellbeing, finances, and family life.
Wellbeing Support
- 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time employees
- Option to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
- Paid volunteer days to support causes you care about
- Free, confidential support service available 24/7
- Access to cycle-to-work schemes through Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme
Financial Benefits
- 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 per annum for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London).
- Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary
Family Friendly Policies
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)
Additional Information
- Application deadline: 23:59, 22 February 2026
- Interviews will be held in Crawley during the 4-5th March. 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.
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.
Our Values
- We are always learning
- Championing equity
- Taking ownership
- Delivering Together
About Walk Wheel Cycle Trust
Formerly known as Sustrans, we've been making it possible for everyone to walk, wheel and cycle since 1977.
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.
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.
Formerly known as Sustrans, we've been making it possible for everyone to walk, wheel and cycle since 1977. 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. 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.
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