Partnerships Project Support Officer

Darlington Borough Council; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Tees Valley is seeking a Partnerships Project Support Officer to assist in delivering community-focused projects. The successful candidate will ensure effective program administration and work collaboratively with teams and external partners. This role offers a comprehensive range of benefits including generous annual leave and pension options, as well as opportunities for professional development. Ideal for those looking to grow their skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

32 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

Staff equality forums

Physiotherapy service

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills to ensure effective administration.
• Ability to work well within a team and support program delivery.
• Quick learner ready to pick up a variety of skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of community-focused interventions.
• Liaise with central government departments and Council parts.
• Organize the effective and efficient administration of the program.

Skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Community engagement

Job description

Partnerships Project Support Officer (Ref: tbc)

Salary Band 4 Salary Band £20,001 to £30,000 Post Type Permanent Hours Per Week Full time

Job and Application details

Categories Regeneration/ Economic Development
Directorate N/A Published Date 13/01/2026 Closing Date 27/01/2026

Darlington Borough Council’s Partnerships Team delivers a broad and varied programme of projects and initiatives. It oversees structures that allow the Council to work with local businesses, voluntary and community organisations and other public bodies and also facilitates the work of independent Boards. The team is focused on delivery, organising the delivery or community focused interventions, often funded by central government. The team is responsible for delivering Darlington’s 10-year Pride In Place programme, the majority of which is to deliver capital investment.

As Project Support Officer, you will be the at the heart of the machine ensuring the programme is delivered effectively, efficiently and smoothly. You will need strong organisational skills ensuring that there is robust administration. You will also need to be able to work well within a team, learning what is required to support the team deliver the programme effectively. The role will provide an opportunity to be involved in a wide range of activities from community engagement to liaising with central government departments and working with other parts of the Council. You will be able to pick up skills quickly which would give you a broad range of options for your future career.

The rewards foreigners for working at Darlington Borough Council go beyond the salary you will receive; we have numerous additional benefits such as:

• 32 days Annual Leave, plus Bank Holidays, with option to purchase additional Annual Leave (pro‑ratio for part time working)
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with option to make Additional Voluntary Contributions
• Generous Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave schemes
• Staff equality forums
• Green Car Leasing Scheme
• Access to a wide range of training, learning and development
• Physiotherapy service
• Confidential counselling service
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Dolphin Centre Fit for Life Discounts
• Local and National retailer discounts
• Vivup employee benefit app and Lifestyle Savings
• Arriva Employee Travel Club

For the full range of benefits we offer, please see our Why work for us internet page, which also includes our Total Reward Booklet and Employee Benefit Video. https://www.darlington.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/why-work-for-us/

Find out further information about us and what it’s like to work for our great team by visiting the Jobs and Careers home page. https://www.darlington.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/

For detailed information on this role, please refer to the Role Profile and Person Specification.

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