Assistant Contract Monitoring Officer

Gloucestershiremusic; Kings Barton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in England is seeking an Assistant Contract Monitoring Officer responsible for managing and procuring contracts, particularly for school meals and other services. The role requires excellent attention to detail and communication skills, with flexible working hours. Candidates should have experience in relevant fields, and the position includes various employee benefits, including generous leave and career development opportunities. This position supports hybrid working arrangements and emphasizes safeguarding children's welfare.

Benefits

25.5 days annual leave (rising to 30.5 days after 5 years)

Option to purchase additional leave

Flexible working opportunities

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Green Car Scheme (T&Cs apply)

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and well-organised.
• Strong communication skills for site visits.
• Prior experience in grounds, cleaning, catering, or contract monitoring preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor several contracts for the corporate estate and schools.
• Assist contract lead officers.
• Manage school meals service, cleaning standards, and grounds maintenance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Self-motivation

Competence with Microsoft 365

Job description

• Job Title: Assistant Contract Monitoring Officer
• Job Location: Shire Hall
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Closing Date: 16/01/2026
• Job Requisition Number: 12872
• This post is not open to job share

About the Role

Delivery contract management is looking for a monitoring officer to join our small team of five, responsible for procuring and managing several contracts for our corporate estate and schools. You will take on the monitoring of these contracts, assist our contract lead officers and manage the school meals service, cleaning standards and grounds maintenance. A personal car is required for daily travel.

About You

You will need excellent attention to detail, be well‑organised, self‑motivated and able to work independently. Strong communication skills are essential for achieving the best outcomes when visiting sites. Competence with Microsoft 365 and our dedicated monitoring database is required. Prior experience in grounds, cleaning, catering or contract monitoring is preferred, but specific training will be provided.

About Us

You will be based from home but must attend sites daily and meetings as necessary. Working hours are 9:30 am – 3:30 pm with some flexibility. You will monitor a kitchen each day during the lunchtime period.

What We Offer

• Flexible and agile working opportunities
• 25.5 days annual leave rising to 30.5 days after 5 years continuous service (pro‑rata)
• Option to purchase 10 days of additional leave per year (pro‑rata)
• Family‑friendly employer offering benefits to help support you and your family
• Career development and qualification opportunities
• Supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential counselling and advice 24 hours a day, online and by telephone.
• An in‑house Occupational Health service
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Green Car Scheme (T&Cs apply)
• Employee networks such as PRISM (LGBT+) and the Young Employees Network

How to apply

To apply, submit your application and personal statement today by clicking the “Apply Now” button. Short‑listed candidates will be contacted by e‑mail and invited to interview. Interviews are scheduled for 28 January 2026.

Additional Information

The council is not currently able to offer sponsorship in this role. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK that allows at least six months employment and is not transferable from a sponsored role held with another employer.

Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We want to be an employer of choice, attracting and retaining excellent people to serve Gloucestershire’s diverse communities. Our promise is an inclusive and supportive working environment that enables you to bring your whole self to work and realise your full potential.

Under the Immigration Act 2016, the appointment to a customer‑facing role requires a demonstration of fluent English.

Hybrid working arrangements are available for the majority of our roles, allowing teams to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice.