Position reference: 50140648
Directorate: Growth and Sustainability | Service: Economic Development
Salary: £31,537 -£41,771 (Career Grade) Plus laptop
Working Arrangements: Agile Working
Hours per week: 37
Contract type: Permanent
We are happy to talk flexible working arrangements with you, please get in touch.
See our range of Employee Rewards: Employee rewards and benefits
Closing date: 20/02/2026 at 23:59
The successful candidate will be required to speak English to an appropriate standard.
This post requires a Basic Criminal Record Check
Prospective employees will be required to give a reasonable account of any significant periods (6 months or more in the past 3 years) of time living abroad.
When applying, please ensure you are prepared to start work with all the necessary legal documents, such as a valid visa, relevant to the type of work you will be undertaking. Please be aware that our organisation does not possess a Home Office license and, as a result, is unable to provide sponsorship for anyone seeking a visa as a skilled or temporary migrant worker.
Pensions Regulations have provisions to reduce pension payments in certain circumstances of those who return to work within local government service. If you are in receipt of a pension upon commencing employment with the authority, this may affect your pension entitlements and you should therefore seek advice from the relevant Pensions Authority.
At Barnsley Council you can start a career that makes a real difference to people’s lives, helping our council and residents to be the best they can be.
We’re an award-winning council and one of the biggest employers in the borough, supporting around 243,000 people. We put people at the heart of everything we do, and that includes our employees. As part of the team, we offer lots of benefits and rewards to support you to thrive and grow, like flexible working, employee discounts, support for your health and wellbeing, and opportunities for training and development to grow your career and develop your skills.
There’s so much happening in our thriving borough, and now’s the perfect time to join our excellent Economic Development team as we work to make Barnsley the place of possibilities.
- We’re an award-winning team and one of the biggest employers in the borough supporting around 243,000 people.
- Working at Barnsley Council means being part of a team that makes a real difference to people’s lives, where you can develop the skills you need to make change happen.
- If you join the team you’ll receive great pay alongside an excellent pension scheme. With flexible working we’ll also support your work/life balance, helping you to adjust your hours and take time off when you need it.
- We’ll help you to develop your career and grow your skills with opportunities for training and development.
- There’s so much happening in our thriving borough and your talent and skills will help us make Barnsley the place of possibilities.
- Key to our success is working with our residents, partners, businesses and organisations and building these partnerships to bring about change in Barnsley.
About the Post:
Please ensure you view the job profile for this role, as you will need to demonstrate how you meet the required criteria. CVs are not accepted.
About the Post:
As the winner of 2025 Institute of Economic Development Team of the Year, we're looking for an exceptional individual to join the team to support the programme management of regeneration schemes within the Economic Development service. You will be part of a forward thinking Programme Management team working on high profile, high impact investment schemes, such as Principle Towns, Pride in Place, SEAM phase 2, Health on the High Street, Goldthorpe Towns Fund, Levelling Up Fund, and any other key programmes using a variety of funding sources. These multimillion-pound schemes are building on our recent success with place-based town centre and high street regeneration, such as the Glass Works in Barnsley town centre, and will require you to work closely with a multi-disciplinary team, including skilled project managers experienced in the delivery of capital projects.
The successful applicant will join a newly established Programme Management Office in the Programme and Place Management team; a specialist team within the Economic Development service responsible for ensuring the maximum value of these investments for the council, for the local economy, and for Barnsley’s communities.
This is a career graded post. Applicants are welcome to apply for a Level 1 or a Level 2, and it should be stated clearly on the application form which level you wish to apply for.
Your role:
- You will contribute to the effective programme management of place shaping schemes for the purpose of improving the welfare and wellbeing of the residents of the borough, supporting successful, timely and cost-effective delivery of all requirements.
- Place shaping programmes involve the intentional creation or modification of a place to enhance quality of life, promote growth, and support thriving, sustainable communities. This will include development and delivery of physical infrastructure.
- You will support the relationships with external funders and ensure that the council fulfils our requirements, including reporting on progress, submitting claims and change requests, and monitoring the delivery of outputs and realisation of benefits.
- You will ensure that governance processes are successfully implemented to make informed decisions through the provision of accurate and timely data and information.
- You will build strong working relationships with teams in the council, including project managers, and with external stakeholders, to be able to support the resolution of issues and risks that may impact on the delivery of the schemes.
- You will be a confident communicator, developing compelling narratives from quantitative and qualitative information, and conveying these messages to stakeholders through several media in order to achieve programme objectives.
What we offer:
- A supportive and inclusive work culture where your contributions are valued, and your ideas are heard.
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement, with access to training programs and mentorship initiatives.
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including flexible working arrangements, generous holiday allowances, and weekend-working enhancements.
Requirements:
- Exceptional organisational abilities and attention to detail, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- A proactive work ethic and positive mindset with a passion for driving positive change within the community.
It is desirable for applicants to hold a recognised qualification in programme management, such as Managing Successful Programmes (MSP).
Find out more: If you're ready to make a real difference and be part of an award-winning team, we want to hear from you.
Contact Becca Gamble at rebeccagamble@barnsley.gov.uk to arrange an informal discussion and apply online at www.barnsley.gov.uk/jobs.
Please use the documents below to help support you with your application form.
Job Profile: Place Shaping Programme Officer Job Profile.pdf
Vacancy Exposure Profile: Exposure Profile LOW.pdf
Help with your application form
Please ensure you view the job profile for this role, as you will need to demonstrate in your application form how you meet the required criteria.
We welcome the opportunity to have a chat about the role and are happy to address any questions you may have about flexible working arrangements, including as a result of caring responsibilities.
We're committed to creating a workplace where differences are valued and everyone truly feels able to be themselves. If you have any support needs during the recruitment process, please let us know.
CV's are not accepted for this role.
At Barnsley Council, we believe in second chances and value diversity. Our recruitment process is inclusive, and we welcome applicants with past convictions. We're committed to fairness and do not discriminate. Join us in building a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. #InclusiveHiring #SecondChances"
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