Umbrella: £16.64 per hour
Supplier submission deadline – 09 Jan 2026
Role Overview
* Position: Project Support Officer
* Service: Champs Public Health Collaborative (Public Health)
* Reports to: Programme Manager
* Hosted by: Wirral Council
* Purpose: Provide high-quality project, financial, and administrative support to the Cheshire & Merseyside “All Together Smokefree” programme.
* Supports programmes on behalf of nine Directors of Public Health and the Director of Population Health for the Integrated Care Board.
* Role involves working with multiple stakeholders across Cheshire & Merseyside (Local Authority Public Health teams, NHS England, Public Health England, Strategic Clinical Networks, Clinical Commissioning Groups).
Key Responsibilities
Project & Administrative Support
* Provide comprehensive support to multiple programmes (typing, drafting responses, reports, presentation materials).
* Arrange and coordinate meetings (agendas, papers, minutes, follow-ups, venue and catering arrangements).
* Manage incoming/outgoing mail and telephone enquiries.
* Develop and maintain electronic and paper filing systems.
* Maintain diaries, meeting arrangements, conferences, travel plans.
* Input and maintain accurate records using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
* Support programme leads to ensure projects are delivered within financial and resource constraints.
People & Collaboration
* Assist programme leads in developing, preparing, and monitoring project plans.
* Build and maintain partnerships across teams and organisations.
* Provide cover and work collaboratively with colleagues across the Public Health system.
* Handle complex and sensitive issues from external customers.
Financial Support
* Assist in delivering best value and creating efficiencies.
* Support internal audits and resource reporting.
Strategic Support
* Provide information to senior managers and Consultants in Public Health to meet local or national requirements.
* Assist with data collection and report production.
* Attend management team meetings as required.
Planning & Organising
* Prioritise workload and respond flexibly to changing demands.
* Ensure operational efficiency and continuity under tight deadlines.
Decision Making
* Anticipate and resolve problems independently where appropriate.
* Escalate issues as required and alert programme leads to opportunities or risks.
Essential Qualifications & Skills
* NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration or equivalent.
* GCSE in Maths and English (or equivalent level C or above).
* ECDL or equivalent IT competence.
* Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.
* Ability to analyse information and make appropriate decisions.
* Understanding of confidentiality and data protection requirements.
* Excellent organisation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Experience in business support systems, office administration, and customer service.
Desirable Qualifications & Skills
* 2 A-Levels or NVQ equivalent in a relevant subject.
* IT qualifications or demonstrable IT skills.
* Ability to prepare project plans and reports.
* Knowledge of public health issues and multi-agency programme delivery.
* Understanding of change management and development of work policies or protocols.
* Experience in a public sector organisation.
If you think this job role is for you, please send your CV to rebeccabentum@carringtonblakerecruitment.com
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