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 Dunbartonshire
Salary: £30,000 per year
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 35 hours per week
Closing Date: Sunday 22 November 2026

About 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.

Benefits

As well as a rewarding career, we offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary
• 25 annual leave days per year plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities (where applicable)
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Family-friendly policies (including enhanced sick leave and maternity pay)

The Role

Purpose of the Role

The 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 Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality administrative support across all areas of programme activity
• Plan and organise meetings and events, including diary co-ordination, location logistics, preparation of agendas and minute-taking
• Financial support and data compliance, including processing purchase orders, invoices and payments, and data collation and maintenance
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve office systems, policies and administrative procedures
• Support in the production and distribution of materials used for engagement with parents and stakeholders

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Proven experience in an administrative, office management or executive assistant role
• Experience supporting or delivering programmes at a local level
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines
• High levels of empathy, passion, and care for those in our community
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to develop relationships

How to Apply

To 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 November

Interview Date(s): Expected to be week beginning Monday 30 November

We 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 Statement

We 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.