HTA Interim Project Support Officer (Policy) – Human Tissue Authority – United Kingdom
HTA Grade 2, Starting salary: £30,000 per annum. Contracted Hours: Full-time36 hours per week Contract Type: Fixed Term for up to 9 MonthsLocation: Homebased(National) (with occasional travel to London, as required) Closing Date: Tuesday 12th May 2026 at 11.59pm TelephoneInterviews: TBC Final MS TeamsInterview: TBC
Please note the Care Quality Commission (CQC) are advertising this role on behalf of the Human Tissue Authority (HTA)
Make a difference Every role at the HTA contributes to our primary goal, to protect the publicand provide professional confidence in the use of human tissue.
For further details about theorganisation please see our website here: www.hta.gov.uk
We are the national independentregulator for organisations that remove, store and use tissue for research,medical treatment, post-mortem examination, teaching and public display. Withthe interests of the public and those we regulate at the centre of our work, weaim to maintain confidence in the use and storage of human tissue.
If you’re looking for a new role in Policyand Development that gives a true sense of meaning and purpose thenyou’ve found it!
Pleasenote that the HTA is a largely homebased organisation, with occasional travelto London as required.
Picture thisAs our Interim Project SupportOfficer, you’ll be a key part of a small, multi‑functional team deliveringa strategically important programme of work. You’ll support the effectiveplanning, coordination and delivery of project activities, working closely withthe Project Manager, policy colleagues and internal and external stakeholders.
This is a hands‑on role at the heart ofproject delivery.
You will:. Provide day‑to‑day project support, helping to keep plans, actions and milestones on track.. Coordinate project meetings, prepare agendas, take accurate minutes and follow up actions.. Maintain key project documentation, including plans, risk and issues logs, and status reports.
The role At the heart of this role is organisation,collaboration and attention to detail.
You’ll be someone who enjoys supportingdelivery, bringing structure to workstreams and ensuring that information isaccurate, timely and accessible.
You’ll be someone who feels comfortableworking with others to deliver the best possible outcome for the HTA. We’re asmall but supportive and effective team delivering an important project.
You’ll be encouraged to takeinitiatives, and at times, be required to deliver at pace.
You’ll work flexibly across theproject, contributing to a range of activities and responding to changingpriorities. By building strong working relationships, you’ll help maintaineffective communication between teams and stakeholders involved in the project.
Show us We will be looking for evidence of thefollowing skills, knowledge and experience in your application:
You will bring:. Experience of providing effective project or programme support within a public sector, regulatory or similar organisation (or equivalent experience).. Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.. Experience of supporting meetings, including agenda preparation, minute taking and action tracking.
ComplianceTo progress your application, you’llneed to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Without valid rightto work you won’t be eligible for the role. We are unable to offersponsorship for this role. Some roles may also be subject to asatisfactory DBS check.
Next stepsIf you apply, you’ll need to create a profile and complete an onlineapplication form. Your application will be completely anonymous. Pleasesee our information for applicants for more details on the process. We contact everyapplicant to let them know the outcome of their application, so youwill hear from us whether or not you are shortlisted.
You can read the full details of therole in the JobDescription LINK: FINAL DTD Project Officer – Jan 2025 – Job Description and Person Specification.docx
If you’d like an informal discussion aboutthe role contact – Jakob Stenkvist, HTA Policy Manager on Jakob.Stenkvist@hta.gov.uk For general enquiries, pleaseemail recruitment@cqc.org.uk
The Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits, including:NHS Pension Scheme Annual leave of 32.5 days with serviceOpportunity to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leaveFlexible Working encouraged Training and development opportunitiesWellbeing initiatives, such as discounts for gym membership
Equity for allWe know job descriptions can feel intimidating. Research shows they cancause some people to doubt whether they’re a good fit. This happens more oftento people from underrepresented groups (e.g. ethnic minoritybackgrounds). If this role interests you, we encourage you to apply. Yourunique perspective, skills, and experience could be exactly what we need. We want every candidate to feel supported and able to do their best. If youneed adjustments to our process, we’ll work with you to remove anybarriers. If you’d like to discuss further, please contact recruitment@cqc.org.uk.
Please note, if you have previously informed us of adjustmentsyou need for interview or within your role these are not carried over and mustbe discussed for each individual application you make.
We promote a workplace where fairness,respect and inclusion are a priority. Diverse teams make our work better,help us deliver our mission and make our culture stronger. We welcome applicationsfrom everyone.
HTA ValuesWe are guided by our core values, which shape our work and ourculture:Excellence – being a high-performing organisationCollaboration – treating everyone with dignity and respectOpenness – trusting in each otherand sharing information openlyRespect – understanding each other and respecting we are all different
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