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Project Support Officer
VAST SERVICES (1920)
23,500 per month
Stoke-on-Trent
Full-time
24th November 2025

A VAST vacancy

Project Support Officer

Salary

£23,500 plus 5% pension contribution

Hours Per Week

37 hours per week (12 month fixed term contract)

Location

Stoke-on-Trent

Closing Date

Midnight on Monday 24th November 2025

About Us

VAST is a registered charity dedicated to supporting and empowering the Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector in Stoke-on-Trent. We aim to foster strong local networks, strengthen community engagement, and build the capacity of local community groups.

The Role

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Project Support Officer to join our team delivering the inVOLved project across Hanley and Stoke. This role is essential in ensuring the smooth running of activities by coordinating venues, resources, and equipment, maintaining accurate records, and supporting the team with data collection and reporting.

You will work closely with the team to enable creative, interest-led sessions that empower individuals facing multiple disadvantage. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives on organisation, teamwork, and making a tangible difference behind the scenes.

To read the full job description and person specification here.

What We’re Looking For
  • Experience providing administrative or logistical support in a community or project setting.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
  • Good IT skills and confidence in maintaining administrative systems.
  • Understanding of safeguarding and health & safety requirements.
  • Ability to travel locally and transport materials (access to a vehicle is highly desirable).
  • Willingness to work occasional evenings/weekends.
Why Join Us

At VAST, we offer more than just a job. You’ll be part of a team that’s committed to helping communities thrive. We believe in equal opportunities and strive to create an inclusive work environment where everyone can succeed. 
VAST offers friendly, flexible working conditions and the ideal candidate should be outgoing, versatile, be able to work on their own initiative. 
You will also have access to a range of wellbeing perks, including: 

  • Mortgage and pension advice to help you plan for the future,
  • Access to virtual GP appointments and second medical opinions for peace of mind,
  • Comprehensive mental health support, including counselling services,
  • Participation in wellbeing programmes to support a healthy lifestyle.
To Apply

Send your CV and cover letter to jobs@vast.org.uk.

For more information about VAST, please click here.

Closing date for applications: Midnight on Monday 24th November 2025.   
Interviews will be held Wednesday 10th December 2025.

VAST is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, age, or disability.