Programme Support Officer

Thrive at Five is a national charity focused on giving every child the best possible start in life.We’re looking to recruit a highly organised, experienced administrator to provide operational and co-ordination support for our growing team in West Dunbartonshire.Location: West DunbartonshireSalary: £30,000 per yearContract Type: PermanentHours: 35 hours per weekClosing Date: Sunday 22 November 2026About Us Thrive at Five is focused on giving every child the best possible start in life. We know the foundations for life and learning are built in the earliest years, from pregnancy to five. By working alongside families, communities and local partners.  We are committed to helping build stronger, more connected support so more children get what they need to thrive. Our values of listening, collaboration, kindness and endurance underpin everything we do.We pride ourselves on creating a supportive and inclusive working environment where everyone can develop, contribute and succeed.BenefitsAs well as a rewarding career, we offer a range of benefits, including:Competitive salary25 annual leave days per year plus bank holidaysPension schemeFlexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)Learning and development opportunitiesEmployee Assistance ProgrammeFamily-friendly policies (including enhanced sick leave and maternity pay)The RolePurpose of the RoleThe purpose of the Programme Support Officer role is to provide administrative, operational, and co-ordination support that enables the effective delivery of programme activities.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver high-quality administrative support across all areas of programme activityPlan and organise meetings and events, including diary co-ordination, location logistics, preparation of agendas and minute-takingFinancial support and data compliance, including processing purchase orders, invoices and payments, and data collation and maintenanceDevelop, implement, and continuously improve office systems, policies and administrative proceduresSupport in the production and distribution of materials used for engagement with parents and stakeholdersAbout YouWe are looking for someone who has:Proven experience in an administrative, office management or executive assistant roleExperience supporting or delivering programmes at a local levelStrong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlinesHigh levels of empathy, passion, and care for those in our communityExcellent communication skills and the ability to develop relationshipsHow to ApplyTo apply, please submit a CV and a one-page covering statement.For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Hayley Street, Senior Communications Officer on hayley.street@thriveatfive.org.uk Closing Date: 11.59pm Sunday 22 NovemberInterview Date(s): Expected to be week beginning Monday 30 NovemberWe are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives and are dedicated to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process free from discrimination. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our organisation and helps us better serve our customers, colleagues and communities.AI StatementWe acknowledge the value of AI in the workplace; however, we ask candidates not to use AI to write or generate application responses. Our recruitment process is designed to assess your individual skills, experience and potential, and we encourage authentic applications that reflect your own work.