Project Assistant

Project Assistant – 22 month fixed term contract

Project Assistant – 22 month fixed term contract. 15 hpw.

From Past to Present is an oral history project which will collect and share personal stories of people with learning disabilities and the professionals who worked with them in Kent, focusing on how support surrounding relationships and sexuality have changed in the past four decades. The project will train social care staff to become oral history interviewers, record interviews, and share this heritage through a public exhibition, events and a professional creative performance.

The project is supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and delivered in partnership with a range of local organisations.

We are looking for a Project Assistant to join Choice Support or a fixed term contract (22 months) and help deliver the From Past to Present project. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference by supporting a project that celebrates history and promotes inclusion.

You will play a key role in organising interviews, training sessions, and events. You will also lead on social media and communications, helping us share updates and celebrate achievements. From preparing accessible materials to supporting people with learning disabilities to get involved, your work will help ensure the project runs smoothly and reaches as many people as possible.

This is a part-time role, 15 hours per week, with flexible working arrangements. Some evening or weekend work may be needed for events, but we will always plan ahead and support you to balance your time.

Hybrid working is available. You will work from home in Kent and attend in-person activities, including Maidstone and Canterbury. Travel across Kent will be part of the role having a driving licence and access to your own vehicle is desirable.

You are organised, creative, and passionate about inclusion. You enjoy working with people and have experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities. You are confident using social media and can create engaging content that reflects our values.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Experience creating social media content
• Clear and respectful communication skills
• Ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines
• Confidence using IT tools like Word, Excel, and email
• Willingness to travel across Kent when required

It would be great if you also have experience supporting events or training, preparing accessible materials, audio editing or doing research – but this is not essential.

29 January. Interview will take place the following week via Teams.

Please note we are reviewing applications as they are received and reserve the right to close this post early, therefore we encourage you to apply early if you are keen to be considered.

Choice Support is Disability Confident which is a scheme run by the Department of Work and Pensions. As part of our commitment, we operate a guaranteed interview scheme – all candidates who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview. If you consider yourself to have a disability or long-term chronic health condition or if you require any adjustments/support during the application/selection process, please contact us so that we can discuss your needs with you.