Project Support Officer - Integrated Neighbourhood Team

Job Description

Integrated Neighbourhood Team Project Support Officer (2 posts)

Salary: £29,253 - £32,736 annum

Grade: C

Fixed Term Contract - 24 months 

(Secondment considered if internal to the Council or NHS - subject to management approvals)

Full Time- 37 Hours per Week

About  the Role

Thurrock Council is seeking two highly organised and motivated individuals to join our team as Integrated Neighbourhood Team Project Support Officer, supporting the delivery of neighbourhood transformation and operational programmes across Thurrock and the wider Essex Integrated Care System.

This role plays a key part in enabling integrated working between the Council, Essex Integrated Care Board (ICB), and a range of health, social care, and voluntary sector partners. You will support the coordination, development, and delivery of programmes aligned to both national priorities and local transformation ambitions.

The post holder will provide high-quality project, programme, and administrative support across a diverse portfolio of health and social care transformation initiatives, with a strong focus on integrated neighbourhood and locality-based working.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• High level of attention to detail
• Experience of minute taking and providing high-quality administrative support
• Advanced IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook
• Experience in organising meetings, preparing agendas/papers, and managing follow-up actions
• Experience supporting projects or programmes
• Experience handling sensitive and confidential information appropriately
• Experience of working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders and partners

Desirable Knowledge

• Awareness of the NHS 10-Year Plan (“Fit for the Future”)
• Understanding of neighbourhood health and integrated care models
• Experience of using project management tools and AI to support project objectives. 

DBS Check At Enhanced Level with Adults Barred List

Additional Information

This is a hybrid role requiring flexibility to travel to various locations for meetings, alongside home working. A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to adapt in a dynamic environment are essential.

For further information about the role or interview process, please contact- Bilikis Hassan on [email removed] or [phone removed]

Advert Closing Date:

• Redeployment Only: 6th August 2026
• Internal & External: 30th August 2026

Interview Date: From 14th September 2026

To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:

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About us

Why Thurrock?

Working at Thurrock Council gives you the opportunity to join an organisation that is changing at pace, one where you can make a real difference to the lives of the people we serve.

Thurrock Council is moving towards a new community leadership approach which involves linking with local partners and communities as we shape our improvement for the years ahead.

This is an exciting time to join us, to shape the future success of our changing organisation and to have a positive influence on our borough. 

Our location

Thurrock is located on the north bank of the river Thames. Our urban centres are a vibrant mix of established towns and new young communities, with a diverse and growing population of around 160,000 residents.

We are an emerging cultural and arts centre, home to the production centre for the Royal Opera House and the National Skills Academy for Creative and Cultural Skills. We have excellent retail and leisure opportunities, including Lakeside Shopping Centre, country parks, forests, and marshes.

Thurrock is just half an hour journey away from the centre of London by train and well connected by road.

Staff benefits

We offer lots of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement and hybrid working. We champion flexible working and job share applications are welcome.

Further information can be found here Employment benefits | Working for the council | Thurrock Council

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Thurrock Council is committed to equal opportunities. As a Disability Confident Employer, disabled people will be offered an interview where they meet all essential criteria on the person specification.

We serve a diverse community where people are different yet equal. Diversity underpins everything we do.

For further information about Thurrock Council please visit our website: Thurrock Council