Team Support Administrator
- Full time
- £24,570
- Edinburgh (Hybrid)
- Closing 28th April 2024
- Advertised from 12th April 2024
- 30 hours per week (4 days per week Mon - Fri). Fixed term - 12 months.
Role
The Soil Association, formed in 1946, is the only UK charity which works across the spectrum of human health, the environment and animal welfare. That’s because we cannot tackle these issues in isolation.
We campaign for change, we support farming innovation, we serve healthy food in communities, we support and grow the organic market, and we protect forests. We couldn't do any of this without our supporters, partners, donors and dedicated staff. We make a difference in the world where it’s needed the most.
About the Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to join our friendly and passionate Soil Association Scotland team, supporting the team to deliver the Food for Life programme across Scotland. We work in partnership with local authorities and the food and drink industry to connect producers and caterers, putting more freshly prepared Scottish food on the table using the Food for Life Served Here award as a framework for change. We believe good food holds the key to a healthier population, a greener environment and a thriving economy.
About You
The Team Support Administrator will provide a key role in supporting the successful delivery of the Food for Life Scotland programme as well as office management and operational support to the wider Soil Association Scotland team. This role will be central to our team, supporting on a variety of projects and tasks including but not limited to events and travel, data and supply chain activity, training, and portal support for caterers. We're looking for someone who enjoys working as part of a busy team, carrying out administration tasks with efficiency and enthusiasm, and would be happy to be a key contact when it comes to office management. We're a very fun, friendly and motivated team, and we work closely together, supporting each other to meet the aims of our programme and wider Soil Association strategic goals.
Our Benefits
We offer a range of financial and lifestyle benefits to all our employees, including:
- 27 days annual holiday increasing to 30 days with length of service plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
- Pension scheme with ethical investment options and employer contribution increasing with length of service
- Free membership of the Soil Association and discounts on organic produce
- Volunteer days to give back to the local community or support green initiatives
- Family friendly policies and flexible working
- Cycle to work scheme
Sociable and engaging workplace of professionals that share a passion for healthy, sustainable lifestyle and produce
Application notes
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to join Sustrans as part of the Strategic Partnerships team, working in partnership with one of five local councils to facilitate a strategic approach to active travel infrastructure development and delivery in the council area, as well as providing support with active travel policies and proposals for the council's planning and pipeline projects.
As Senior Project Officer, your time will be split between working on council projects and Sustrans specific tasks related to the Strategic Partnerships Team objectives.
We have 5 positions working with one of the following councils:
West Dunbartonshire Council
West Lothian Council
East Ayrshire
Aberdeen City Council
Clackmannanshire Council
Each council will have a different approach to active travel, and you will be working across services within the council structure.
This role will involve regular travel most weeks. The focus of this role are the above Council areas; we may occasionally need you travel further during the course of your work including occasional visits to Sustrans Offices and overnights stays.
About you
You should have experience in (at least) one of the following: transport planning, land use planning, urban design, traffic engineering, sustainable transport project delivery. You will also be experienced in working with partners across various teams, and able to build strong working relationships.
You should have the ability to work independently and be able to make decisions with minimal supervision, as well as have excellent report writing skills.
We ask you demonstrate knowledge of the funding context for active travel in Scotland.
Sustrans has a long-term commitment to being a charity for everyone - reducing inequality, valuing diversity, enabling inclusion and ensuring all people are treated with dignity and respect. We aim to be a truly inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all parts of the community, in particular from under-represented groups.
Base: West Dunbartonshire Council (x1), West Lothian Council (x1), East Ayrshire (x1), Aberdeen City Council (x1), Clackmannanshire Council (x1). Offices based within the local authorities, Sustrans hubs and with flexibility to work from home a proportion of the time.
What we offer
In return we can offer true hybrid working to suit individual circumstances and a flexible, supportive and rewarding working environment.
Wellbeing
28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working
Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time staff)
Staff volunteer days
24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service
We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes
Financial
Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Sustrans
Bike, computer and season ticket loans
Discount benefits
London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 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
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)
About Sustrans
At Sustrans you'll be part of a movement to make it easier for people to walk and cycle.
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. We act locally and think big - we have a vision of a society where the way we travel creates healthier places and happier lives for everyone.
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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- £22,750 – £24,000 pro-rata
- Scotland based, with a blend of office (Edinburgh) and home working (Hybrid)
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- Astley Ainslie Hospital with regular travel across Lothian to hospital sites (On site)
- Closing 26th May 2024
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