Translation and Community Support Officer
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 23 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £21,649 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | 22.5 hours per week (actual salary) |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 22 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Sunderland, Tyne & Wear |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | International Community Organisation of Sunderland |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | TCSO |
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Translation and Community Support Officer
Organisation: International Community Organisation of Sunderland (ICOS)
Partner Organisation: Durham Wildlife Trust (DWT)
Project: City of Nature Sunderland
Location: Sunderland (Citywide outreach focusing on the most deprived areas)
Salary: £21,649 – £23,191 per annum. Hours: Part-time (22.5 hours per week / 3 days) —
Flexible hours available Contract: 3-year fixed term
Start Date: 01 April 2026
We offer:
-Flexible hours to be agreed with you
-Opportunities to grow and training
-Working as part of a friendly and supportive team
-Access to free counselling
-Paid breaks
-A progressive holiday package, with the number of paid holiday per year increasing with the with
length of service
-We are a Living Wage Employer. Your salary will increase every year, at least with line with the living
wage, as set as the Living Wage Foundation
Introduction to the Role
Are you passionate about environmental justice and empowering migrant communities? ICOS is
looking for a dedicated Translation and Community Support Officer to join the “City of Nature
Sunderland” partnership. This unique role bridges the gap between nature conservation and social inclusion. You will lead outreach to migrant and minoritized residents, breaking down
linguistic and cultural barriers to ensure everyone can enjoy and protect Sunderland’s local
environment.
Working alongside Durham Wildlife Trust and other partners, you will facilitate hands-on
workshops—from urban “yardening” or growing to energy literacy—inspiring people to take
meaningful action for the planet. If you are an organised, empathetic communicator who thrives
on partnership work and is committed to making Sunderland a greener, more inclusive city, we
want to hear from you.
We are looking for a good balance between knowledge, skills passion/commitment and
experience.
About the Partnership
About ICOS: ICOS supports migrant and minoritized communities in the North East of England
through advocating for their rights and creating opportunities. Our work includes supporting
people to access benefits, services, welfare, and employability, as well as getting people together
and empowering them1
.
About Durham Wildlife Trust: Durham Wildlife Trust is a leading nature conservation charity
managing over 35 nature reserves. They are dedicated to connecting people with nature through
education, volunteering, and community-led environmental action.
About Sunderland City of Nature: Funded by the National Lottery Community Fund, this 3-
year programme responds to community feedback regarding barriers to nature. By offering free,
local, and culturally tailored activities, the project builds environmental confidence and fosters
community cohesion through a “roving community hub” model.
● Email us at: office@icos.org.uk
● Download details from our website at https://icos.org.uk/join-our-team/
● No CVs accepted
For more information and to request an application pack please contact: office@icos.org.uk
● Completed applications can be sent by email to Michal Chantkowski, Manager at michal@icos.org.uk
Schedule:
Application deadline: 02/03/2026 No applications will be accepted after this point.
Scoring/ initial results- by 02/03/2026 – 06/03/2026
Interviews will be held on 10/03/2026
Role commences: 01/04/2026
This post generously is funded by the National Lottery Community Fund through the Reaching Community scheme.
Organisation: International Community Organisation of Sunderland (ICOS)
Partner Organisation: Durham Wildlife Trust (DWT)
Project: City of Nature Sunderland
Location: Sunderland (Citywide outreach focusing on the most deprived areas)
Salary: £21,649 – £23,191 per annum. Hours: Part-time (22.5 hours per week / 3 days) —
Flexible hours available Contract: 3-year fixed term
Start Date: 01 April 2026
We offer:
-Flexible hours to be agreed with you
-Opportunities to grow and training
-Working as part of a friendly and supportive team
-Access to free counselling
-Paid breaks
-A progressive holiday package, with the number of paid holiday per year increasing with the with
length of service
-We are a Living Wage Employer. Your salary will increase every year, at least with line with the living
wage, as set as the Living Wage Foundation
Introduction to the Role
Are you passionate about environmental justice and empowering migrant communities? ICOS is
looking for a dedicated Translation and Community Support Officer to join the “City of Nature
Sunderland” partnership. This unique role bridges the gap between nature conservation and social inclusion. You will lead outreach to migrant and minoritized residents, breaking down
linguistic and cultural barriers to ensure everyone can enjoy and protect Sunderland’s local
environment.
Working alongside Durham Wildlife Trust and other partners, you will facilitate hands-on
workshops—from urban “yardening” or growing to energy literacy—inspiring people to take
meaningful action for the planet. If you are an organised, empathetic communicator who thrives
on partnership work and is committed to making Sunderland a greener, more inclusive city, we
want to hear from you.
We are looking for a good balance between knowledge, skills passion/commitment and
experience.
About the Partnership
About ICOS: ICOS supports migrant and minoritized communities in the North East of England
through advocating for their rights and creating opportunities. Our work includes supporting
people to access benefits, services, welfare, and employability, as well as getting people together
and empowering them1
.
About Durham Wildlife Trust: Durham Wildlife Trust is a leading nature conservation charity
managing over 35 nature reserves. They are dedicated to connecting people with nature through
education, volunteering, and community-led environmental action.
About Sunderland City of Nature: Funded by the National Lottery Community Fund, this 3-
year programme responds to community feedback regarding barriers to nature. By offering free,
local, and culturally tailored activities, the project builds environmental confidence and fosters
community cohesion through a “roving community hub” model.
● Email us at: office@icos.org.uk
● Download details from our website at https://icos.org.uk/join-our-team/
● No CVs accepted
For more information and to request an application pack please contact: office@icos.org.uk
● Completed applications can be sent by email to Michal Chantkowski, Manager at michal@icos.org.uk
Schedule:
Application deadline: 02/03/2026 No applications will be accepted after this point.
Scoring/ initial results- by 02/03/2026 – 06/03/2026
Interviews will be held on 10/03/2026
Role commences: 01/04/2026
This post generously is funded by the National Lottery Community Fund through the Reaching Community scheme.