There’s never been a better time to join the team at Cycling UK! We have launched an ambitious new strategy – and we
want you to be part of it. There are loads of reasons to love cycling, even if you’re not someone who cycles.
From cutting pollution, to making us healthier and happier, cycling can help us all thrive.
The role of development officer is fundamental in delivering Cycling UK's grassroots cycling development
programmes. Our programmes are designed to reach diverse audiences and include work with community cycle clubs,
charities, social enterprises and community groups to create and deliver cycling opportunities which are
inclusive, sociable and sustainable.
Are you the person that can drive growth in these areas? Explore the attached job description for full details on
this exciting opportunity. Complete the application form expressing why you are the right candidate for this
role and for Cycling UK. Focus on gearing your supporting statement to exemplify how your skills and experience
match the requirements of the role, directly referring to the person specification. This enables the selection
panel to assess your relative strengths against the specified criteria.
We are an inclusive organisation and would particularly welcome applications from candidates from a broad range of
backgrounds. We strongly believe that diversity strengthens our work. If you are already passionate about
cycling, that’s great, many of us are too! But if you are simply really excellent at what you do, no matter what
your background, that is what matters most to us.
This role is based in the Midlothian area and will require regular work in the local community.
This is a fixed-term contract until 31 March 2026 - with potential for extension subject to funding.