Birnbeck Pier Programme Support Officer
| Posting date: | 12 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £32,061 to £34,434 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 February 2026 |
| Location: | Weston-Super-Mare, North Somerset |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | North Somerset Council |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | HSCA0058 |
Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced administration and support officer to join our Heritage and Design Team. The Heritage and Design Team are responsible for all aspects of delivering significant heritage projects including the restoration of Birnbeck Pier. The wider team consist of specialists responsible for archaeology, built conservation, heritage records and urban design.
The post holder will sit within the Heritage & Design Team in the Healthy & Sustainable Communities Directorate and will report to the Heritage & Design
Team Manager. They will also work closely with the other members of the Heritage & Design Team and other officers from within North Somerset Council (NSC).
In this role, you will carry out a range of activities to support the Birnbeck Project.
Key Responsibilities will include:
Administer purchase orders and payments
Maintain financial records
Produce the financial information required for grant claims and other project reporting, including producing monitoring reports
Provide administrative support to the Birnbeck Project Board and other governance structures
Provide general administrative support for the Heritage & Design team. Prepare updates for elected Members, and contribute to the preparation of reports to NSC Executive and Full Council as required
This role is central to the successful delivery of the Birnbeck restoration project. You will be at the heart of the project team and able to be involved in all aspects of the project. For more information on the project see Birnbeck Pier project | North Somerset Council
About You
We are looking for an individual who is passionate about heritage and project management, and who possesses the following skills and experience:
Essential Criteria:
Administration and finance experience
Confident in the use of spreadsheets and other financial or project management systems
Ability to present information clearly and confidently
Good team player
Ability to work without close supervision and recognise professional boundaries to seek advice when appropriate.
Experience of project support
Confident in the use of MS Office
Desirable Criteria:
Experience in the Heritage sector
Contact Information
For further information about the role, please contact Rachel Lewis, Heritage and Design Manager, at rachel.lewis@n-somerset.gov.uk or 01934 456465.
The post holder will sit within the Heritage & Design Team in the Healthy & Sustainable Communities Directorate and will report to the Heritage & Design
Team Manager. They will also work closely with the other members of the Heritage & Design Team and other officers from within North Somerset Council (NSC).
In this role, you will carry out a range of activities to support the Birnbeck Project.
Key Responsibilities will include:
Administer purchase orders and payments
Maintain financial records
Produce the financial information required for grant claims and other project reporting, including producing monitoring reports
Provide administrative support to the Birnbeck Project Board and other governance structures
Provide general administrative support for the Heritage & Design team. Prepare updates for elected Members, and contribute to the preparation of reports to NSC Executive and Full Council as required
This role is central to the successful delivery of the Birnbeck restoration project. You will be at the heart of the project team and able to be involved in all aspects of the project. For more information on the project see Birnbeck Pier project | North Somerset Council
About You
We are looking for an individual who is passionate about heritage and project management, and who possesses the following skills and experience:
Essential Criteria:
Administration and finance experience
Confident in the use of spreadsheets and other financial or project management systems
Ability to present information clearly and confidently
Good team player
Ability to work without close supervision and recognise professional boundaries to seek advice when appropriate.
Experience of project support
Confident in the use of MS Office
Desirable Criteria:
Experience in the Heritage sector
Contact Information
For further information about the role, please contact Rachel Lewis, Heritage and Design Manager, at rachel.lewis@n-somerset.gov.uk or 01934 456465.
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