Project Support Officer Degree Apprenticeship - 33091

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Title

Project Support Officer Degree Apprenticeship – 33091

City/Town

Penrith, Preston, Warrington

Region

North West

Vacancies

Salary Minimum

£29,751 Pro-rata

Post Type

Apprenticeship

Job ID

33091

Closing date

13 Apr 2026

Published date

23 Mar 2026

Grade

Staff Grade 3

Role type

Programme and Project Management

Post type

Full Time, Part Time, Part Time/Job Share, Part Time Term Time, Compressed Hours

Security check

Basic Check

Attachments

Candidate Pack

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Job description

We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community wishing to join a workforce which embraces difference and welcomes everyone.Are you looking for a role where you can gain valuable project delivery experience whilst studying towards a recognised industry qualification? If so, we are offering the opportunity to undertake a Level 4 apprenticeship in Project management. On completion of the course the successful candidate will be qualified to Associate project manager level and aligning with Association for Project Management for Associate Membership.As an apprentice within the Environment Agency you will gain new skills working within a supported learning environment, receive on the job training as well as time to complete your learning.As well as undertaking your apprenticeship you’ll work directly with our project teams consisting of Project Support Officers, Project Managers and Project Executives. You’ll be involved in a wide variety of project management, which will keep your days varied and interesting whilst building your knowledge and experience. You’ll work on our national flood risk programme contributing to the delivery of flood alleviation projects and various operational projects. To be eligible for this apprenticeship please carefully read the qualification requirements within the Additional Information pack.Everyone that joins us is required to undertake training and participate in incident response duties when the need to respond arises Having an incident role is an essential part of working for the Environment Agency and an active way to support communities and prevent harm to the environment. Further information on incident response can be found within your candidate pack.

The Team:

We are the Project and Programme Delivery team (PPD), creating a better place through excellence in project and programme management. The North-West PPD hub is led by a Delivery Manager overseeing approximately 75 staff, supported by Programme Specialists, Programme Managers and Project Team Managers (PTM). Each PTM manages Project Executives, Project Managers and Project Support Officers who manage the delivery of projects within our Flood & Coastal Erosion Risk Management programme using our framework suppliers.

Experience/Skills Required:

There are many routes into enrolling into an apprenticeship but you must meet the apprenticeship eligibility criteria, detailed within the Additional Information pack. Experience is not as important as your energy, enthusiasm and passion for the environment, working for the Environment Agency and a career in project management.The successful candidate will: have great organisational skills and enjoy problem solving with a good attention to detail, can manage multiple deadlines and demands on your time, are an enthusiastic self-starter who enjoys working as part of a team, have good written and verbal communication skills, be able to work well with a variety of people, will be working towards or hold a valid UK driving licence. If you can bring some of these skills and experiences, along with transferable strengths, we’d love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.

Contact and Additional Information:

Please note, this role does NOT qualify for sponsorship, so you should contact UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) or visit https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration, where you can seek professional advice based on your personal circumstances in regard to options for obtaining right to work in the UK.Please download the additional information pack for more information.Available to those 18 or over and we are looking to support early careers candidates.Interviews are expected to take place in May 2026 at Richard Fairclough House, Warrington.If you have any further enquiries about this role, please email [email protected] is a fixed term contract that transitions to a permanent role on successful completion the apprenticeship

Competence 1:

Data and Information Management

Competence 1 Description:

Collects, analyses, interprets, records, manages, develops and shares data, material or information appropriately for a variety of purposes.
"When providing evidence for competencies within your application, please give examples of how you clearly demonstrate these either within the context of this role or as transferable skills.

CVs or other documents attached to your application will not be assessed for selection. "
"Question:

Describe a time when you were responsible for organising or managing information — for example in schoolwork, a part time job, volunteering, or a personal project.
How did you decide what information to collect, how did you keep it organised, and how did you ensure it was accurate and easy to use?"
"PLEASE NOTE: Your answer will be used for interview selection - please draw out your skills and experience in your response. You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer to the question.

If a large number of applications are received, an initial sift using this lead capability may be conducted. Successful candidates will then proceed to a full sift or directly to assessment/interview."

Competence 2:

Communicates Effectively

Competence 2 Description:

Listens and questions to understand and engage. Conveys information and ideas clearly, accurately and persuasively through speech and writing.
"When providing evidence for competencies within your application, please give examples of how you clearly demonstrate these either within the context of this role or as transferable skills.

CVs or other documents attached to your application will not be assessed for selection. "
"Question:

Tell us about a time when you had to explain something clearly to someone else — for example in school, work, volunteering, or with friends or family.
What was the situation, how did you make sure your message was understood, and what was the result?"
PLEASE NOTE: Your answer will be used for interview selection - please draw out your skills and experience in your response. You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer to the question.

Competence 3:

Manages Self

Competence 3 Description:

Has full awareness of own strengths, weaknesses, impact and approach. Effectively organises self and takes personal responsibility for own role in the Environment Agency.
"When providing evidence for competencies within your application, please give examples of how you clearly demonstrate these either within the context of this role or as transferable skills.

CVs or other documents attached to your application will not be assessed for selection. "
"Question:

Describe a time when you had to manage your own responsibilities without being reminded or supervised.
What was the situation, what steps did you take to stay organised and motivated, and what was the outcome?"
PLEASE NOTE: Your answer will be used for interview selection - please draw out your skills and experience in your response. You may consider using the STAR technique (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when formulating your answer to the question.

If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.

We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.

We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.

The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.

Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Although the Environment Agency is a non-departmental public body sponsored by Defra, we subscribe to and align with the candidate guidance on the use of artificial intelligence found on the Civil Service Careers website. Please review for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

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