Project Officer, Safer School Journeys - Wakefield
Published: 7th JULY 2025
Role Overview
This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with schools and local communities across the North and Midlands, identifying ways to transform streets and public spaces into safer, more welcoming environments for active travel.
Details
* Contract: Permanent
* Location: Leeds Hub / Flexible
* Part-time 30 or 22.5 hours per week – flexible working options available
* Salary: £28,831 per annum (pro rata for part-time hours)
About the Team
Join Sustrans’ Active Journeys team and help shape healthier, happier communities by promoting walking, wheeling, and cycling as everyday choices.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan and deliver projects and activities that encourage active travel within schools and local communities.
* Organise and facilitate co-design sessions with pupils, parents, and the wider school community, in collaboration with the urban design team.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with local leaders, authorities, and stakeholders.
* Supervise and mentor colleagues and volunteers involved in project delivery.
Role Requirements
Experience working with children and young people in school and community settings is essential. An understanding of community inequalities, safety management, and risk assessment is also required.
Skills needed include:
* Excellent verbal and written communication
* Strong problem-solving and proactive approach
* Effective workload management
* Ability to motivate and support others
* Collaborative mindset and relationship-building skills
Additional Information
* Application deadline: 23:59, 27 July 2025
* Interviews via MS Teams during the week of 04 August 2025
Why Join Us?
Be part of a movement to make travel safer and healthier. Work with a passionate team committed to positive change and inclusivity. We offer flexible working, a supportive culture, and opportunities to make a real difference.
Benefits
* 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Option to buy additional leave
* Confidential support services
* Cycle to work schemes and other benefits
* Pension scheme with employer contributions
* Additional family-friendly benefits
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