Engagement Officer, Scotland

Location Scotland

£29825 per year (salary is adjusted for part-time hours)

Ref: 223aREC

Full-time 35 hours per week – we are happy to talk flexible working

Base: Hybrid with the opportunity to work from your nearest Walk Wheel Cycle Trust hub

Contract: Fixed Term Contract for 12 months

Disclosure: A PVG is required for this position as the post holder will be working with school and community groups in the region.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Team: Delivery/SCNI

As the Engagement Officer, you will help people and communities choose walking, wheeling and cycling for everyday journeys. You will plan and deliver projects, events and activities that encourage active travel and bring people together. You will build positive relationships with community groups, partners and stakeholders, helping them to get involved and make a difference locally.

You will manage project plans, budgets and records, making sure activities are organised and delivered effectively, whilst supporting community engagement initiatives. You will also work closely with volunteers, supporting their involvement in projects and occasionally helping with volunteer recruitment. Through this work, you will contribute to the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust's wider goals of creating healthier, safer and more accessible communities.

What You’ll Be Doing

Planning and deliver activities and events that encourage people to walk, wheel and cycle more often, working with schools, community groups and partner organisations.

Support the delivery of behaviour change and engagement projects, working with your line manager to plan activities, organise tasks and maintain project records and documentation.

Apply equality, diversity and inclusion principles in all aspects of your work, helping to ensure activities are welcoming, accessible and inclusive for everyone.

Build and maintain positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, partners and volunteers, raising awareness of the benefits of active travel and encouraging people to get involved.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys engaging with communities, inspiring positive behaviour change, organising events and activities, and working with partners to help more people choose walking, wheeling and cycling for everyday journeys.

ABOUT YOU

We’re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don’t need to meet every requirement — if you feel you’d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.

Experience engaging with children, young people and schools, building positive relationships and encouraging participation in activities and events.

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and write reports for a range of audiences.

Experience working collaboratively as part of a team and developing effective relationships with colleagues, partners, volunteers and stakeholders.

Ability to organise and manage your own workload, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines while working across multiple projects.

The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk.

LIVING OUR VALUES

At the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, we’re a values‑driven organisation. We’re looking for people who are:

Always Learning – curious, open‑minded and committed to continuous improvement.

Championing Equity – inclusive, respectful and focused on ensuring everyone has a voice and fair opportunity to succeed.

Taking Ownership – proactive, responsible and empowered to make things better.

Delivering Together – collaborative, transparent and motivated by shared success.

Through our values we make it possible for more people to walk, wheel and cycle safely, healthily and joyfully.

WHAT WE OFFER

We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered in your role. That’s why we offer flexible working, a positive team environment, and benefits designed to support your wellbeing, finances, and family life.

Wellbeing Support

28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time employees

Option to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)

Paid volunteer days to support causes you care about

Free, confidential support service available 24/7

Access to cycle-to-work schemes through Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme

Financial Benefits

Up to two extra days of paid leave (pro rata for part‑time colleagues) when travelling sustainably for holidays.

Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust

Bike, computer and season ticket loans

Discount benefits

London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 per annum, pro rata for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London).

Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary

Family Friendly Policies

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Flexible Working practices (full-time hours are 35 per week, Monday - Friday)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Application deadline: 23:59, 8 November 2026

Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams during the week of 23 November 2026. To apply, please complete our online application form.

We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those underrepresented in our workforce, including people of colour and candidates with disabilities.

Adjustments are available throughout the application process.

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