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About the role:
Horsham District Council is looking for a detail-focused and organised individual to join our Housing team as a Housing Services Assistant and help us make a difference in people’s lives.
As a Housing Services Assistant, you will coordinate emergency housing placements for households in need, liaise with accommodation providers, and keep accurate records. You will also process invoices, set up suppliers, manage rent accounts, and assist with housing benefit claims—ensuring our services run smoothly and efficiently.
The position is full-time and the post holder is required to working 9am–5pm, Monday to Friday.
If you thrive in a busy environment, have great communication skills, and want to support your community, we’d love to hear from you.
About you:
To succeed as Housing Services Assistant, you will be a customer-focused professional with experience engaging a wide range of stakeholders, including internal teams, external partners, landlords, agencies, and vulnerable individuals. You will possess strong attention to detail, along with proven organisational and time management skills.
You should be confident using IT systems and adaptable to learning new software packages. Familiarity with housing-related benefits such as Housing Benefit, Universal Credit, and Personal Independence Payments would be beneficial.
For an informal conversation about this opportunity, please contact&nbsp;Margaret Cartmell, Housing Services Manager 01403 215110.
About us as an employer:
At Horsham District Council, you’ll be part of a supportive team that’s committed to delivering high-quality housing services. We offer a rewarding work environment where your efforts directly contribute to the wellbeing and stability of our community.
We encourage and support our employees to have a healthy work life balance by, offering 28 days’ (207.2 hours) annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata), and flexible/hybrid working options where applicable.
We offer a generous benefits package including an online platform offering discounts from online retailers and access to a car lease scheme. Staff are also eligible to join the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hants.gov.uk/hampshire-services/pensions/local-government/about-the-scheme/scheme-benefits" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</a>, where the Council contributes circa 20% of pensionable salary.
To support employees’ professional development the Council provides reimbursement for professional subscriptions and a number of training opportunities, including extensive in-house learning resources, short courses, Apprenticeships, and qualifications such as Institute of Leadership &amp; Management (ILM), Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers" target="_blank">Jobs and careers page</a>&nbsp;to find out more about&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/working-for-horsham-district-council" target="_blank">Working for Horsham District Council</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-employment-commitments" target="_blank">Our employment commitments</a>.
To apply:
If you would like to apply for the role, we highly recommend you show clearly within the ‘Experience Section’ of the application form how you meet the essential criteria detailed within the Role Profile when applying. If you do not make this clear, it is unlikely you will be shortlisted for interview.
Internal applicants, if you would like to apply for the role, please submit an expression of interest to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:HR@horsham.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR@horsham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;explaining clearly how you meet the criteria and what you feel you can bring to the role.

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About the RoleSalary: £16,298 to £17,706 pro rata (£32,597 to £35,412 per annum) Contract Length: Permanent Working Pattern: Part Time, 18.50 hours per week (2.5 days) very occasional evening group work Location: County Hall North, Horsham with countywide travel and hybrid working'I love the fact that I work as apart of a multi disciplinary therapeutic team which includes Mental Health and Substance misuse specialists. We share a common hope and desire which is to support people when they are very often at their most vulnerable. We can help them navigate a really difficult time and make meaningful and lasting changes through a trusting working relationship.' Parent and Families Advisor, West Sussex <ul><li>Are you passionate about supporting parents and carers to enable positive change?</li><li>Do you have outstanding interpersonal and engagement skills?</li><li>Have you the knowledge and understanding of the youth justice system and whole family working in preventing offending? Then we are looking for you!</li></ul>In this role, you will provide pivotal support to parents and carers whose children are at risk of offending. You will undertake direct work with parents, carers and families through assessments and written court reports for particular cases, holding responsibility for any parents or carers subject to a Parenting Order.You will play a leading role in the development of whole family working within the Youth Justice Service. You will ensure those involved in the Youth Justice System have access to the most appropriate provision to meet their individual needs. You will also provide advice, guidance, and support to colleagues to enable them to work closely with families.We are looking for a motivated, skilled and tenacious advisor who can build strong relationships with carers, parents and families to enable positive change. With plenty of support, surrounded by a multi-disciplinary team and an encouraging workplace environment as well, you will be adaptable and flexible to meet the needs of children, families, and the services.The role also entails being part of a new cross agency project with a particular focus on supporting families where 'child on parent' violence (CPV) is prevalent. It also includes an exciting opportunity to develop and facilitate very occasional evening group work programmes for families impacted by CPV in West Sussex, in order to prevent criminalisation and further police involvement, approximately 4 a year.Please note you will also need to be able to travel independently around the county for all aspects of your work. Read our full job description for further detailed information on our role!About YouSome of the experience and key skills you will need include:<ul><li>Developed advisory, negotiation, advocacy and persuasion skills</li><li>Ability to record information, present reports and give evidence in Court as required.</li><li>Ability to organise and prioritise work, meeting agreed deadlines.</li><li>Perceptive, investigative and analytical skills with which to make assessments within guidelines.</li></ul><ul><li>Degree level qualification, or equivalent qualification or experience.</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of child protection issues</li><li>Knowledge of parenting and family law</li><li>Demonstrable history of working with children / families experiencing difficulties in order to achieve positive results. </li><li>Understanding of parenting and family work in the context of the youth justice system and the relevant National Guidance.</li><li>Experience of building effective working relationships with a range of clients and partnership agencies. </li><li>Experience of working in a parenting and family role with youth justice or a related social care field.</li></ul>For full list of keys skills and qualifications please refer to the job description attached.Rewards and BenefitsAs an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where you can achieve your full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work you do.In addition to working within a great team and a brilliant opportunity you will receive:For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits</a> page. About UsWest Sussex Youth Justice Service (YJS) is a high performing multi-agency statutory partnership which provides services before and after court to meet the statutory requirements of the youth justice system. Its primary aim is to prevent offending and reduce reoffending by children. The service works in partnership with a variety of agencies to ensure children are offered appropriate intervention to address their risks, meet their needs and build on their strengths. Further, the service seeks to repair the harm caused to victims and communities by addressing the root causes of offending and reoffending by children.For more information about West Sussex County Council, please visit our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/about-us/" target="_blank">WSCC About Us</a> page.Further Information The reference number for this role is CAFHE05613. To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and complete our short application form. In your application form please outline your motivations for applying and explain how you meet the key skills listed in full and the experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our application help page.

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About the RoleSalary: £29,540 to £32,061 per annum Contract Type: Fixed Term or Secondment to cover maternity leave Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week Location: County Hall North, Horsham with hybrid working and countywide travelAn exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Community Supervision Team as a Youth Justice Support Officer. The Community Supervision Team work with children involved with the Youth Justice System who are subject to Out of Court Disposals and statutory Court Orders. They aim to address young people's needs, support their aspirations and goals and help them repair the harm caused by their offending behaviour.As a Youth Justice Support Officer, you will be responsible for supervising vulnerable children and young people presenting a risk of re-offending and serious harm. You will use creative and effective supervisory techniques to engage children and young people to enable them to make long term sustainable change and promote best outcomes. You will work with their families, educational settings and more, with the support from the wider team, to help achieve their potential and contribute positively to their community.We are looking for people who have experience working with vulnerable children and young people, who can listen and bring a holistic approach to those they support. You will have good assessment skills with strong organisational and literacy skills to complete written reports. Motivation and resilience are key to plan and provide effective interventions, while reflecting and adapting your own practice.The role is based within in a supportive team environment with access to specialists and colleagues from the wider service. You will receive regular support and supervision from your team manager, with access to relevant and specialist training to build and develop your skills and support your future aspirations.Internal candidates wishing to apply for this role will be considered for a secondment position. Please can you therefore discuss and agree this with your manager before applying for this position.Experience and SkillsJust some of the skills and experience you will need include:<ul><li>At least one year's previous experience of working with complex and vulnerable children and young people (e.g. CYPS, police, probation, schools, criminal justice, youth work).</li><li>Experience of carrying out assessments and writing reports.</li><li>Good interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to explain information to others and use advisory, negotiation and persuasion skills to influence the actions of others.</li><li>Good literacy, numeracy and sound IT skills, to write reports to a high standard and present information clearly and accurately.</li><li>Able to research, assess, analyse and interpret information and data from varying sources in order to interpret and plan over the medium term to make judgements based on the needs of the client.</li><li>Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise your workload to effectively respond to unanticipated problems.</li><li>Able to act in an appropriate manner, with discretion, whilst hearing confidential, sensitive or disturbing information.</li><li>GCSE's with A-C passes including English and Maths, or equivalent qualification or experience demonstrating that level of numeracy and literacy.</li><li>You will need to be able to travel independently around the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Pool cars available.</li></ul>For full list of keys skills, experience and qualifications required for the role please refer to the job description attached. About UsWest Sussex Youth Justice Service (YJS) is a high performing multi-agency statutory partnership which provides services before and after court to meet the statutory requirements of the youth justice system. Its primary aim is to prevent offending and reduce reoffending by children. The service works in partnership with a variety of agencies to ensure children are offered appropriate intervention to address their risks, meet their needs and build on their strengths. Further, the service seeks to repair the harm caused to victims and communities by addressing the root causes of offending and reoffending by children.For more information about West Sussex County Council, please visit our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/about-us/" target="_blank">WSCC About Us</a> page.Rewards and BenefitsAs an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work they do.For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee, you can find this at our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits page.</a>Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE06080.To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and complete our short application form. In your application please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page.

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About the RoleSalary: £43,454 - £57,775 per annum (market supplement included) Contract Type: Fixed term or Secondment Working Pattern: Full time - 37 hour per week Location: Based at County Hall North, Horsham with hybrid working'Working with Social Care feels like a one team approach, completing joint visits to young people can have a real impact on the child, knowing there is a cohesive team around them, encouraging and supporting them through their time within our services really can make a huge difference. It's a privilege to work with the team at West Sussex and their child centred approach.' - Amy, Youth SergeantWe have an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker to join our Serious Youth Violence, Missing and Exploitation Team. This dynamic role involves leading on Child Exploitation cases, working collaboratively with a range of partner agencies, navigating complex family relationships and legal frameworks with confidence and care.You will manage a caseload under regular supervision and prepare for and work with individuals, families, carers, groups, and communities to provide assessments for their needs and circumstances. With a supportive team environment, you shall deliver first class support to vulnerable children and young people. You will champion innovate ways of working in a team where successes are celebrated and have opportunities to advance in your professional journey.Our ideal candidate will be emotionally intelligent, organised, resilient individuals who adds value and comprehensive knowledge to the team. You will have knowledge of Social Work policies and practices, along with implementing a range of therapeutic interventions to support change.Please note you will need to be able to travel independently around the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Pool cars and pool bikes are available.Internal candidates wishing to apply for this role will be considered for a secondment position. Please can you therefore discuss and agree this with your manager before applying for this position.How We Support You<ul><li>Flexible and hybrid working options within your small practice teams, managed by a Team Manager and supported by Child &amp; Family Workers as well as additional flexible administrative support from Coordinators embedded within the service.</li><li>Regular group supervision and peer learning alongside specialist roles within the team to focus on the most vulnerable children.</li><li>We pay your Social Worker England registration fee.</li><li>Excellent learning and development provisions with 5 CPD and training days per year and access to Research in Practice and Community Care Inform.</li><li>An excellent <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/about-the-council/pensions/" target="_blank">local government pension scheme</a></li><li>Generous holiday entitlement of up to 29 days (plus opportunity to buy additional leave)</li><li>Health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and Voluntary Health Cash Plans.</li></ul> For a full list this can be found at our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/" target="_blank">Rewards and Benefits page.</a>About YouJust some of the skills and experience you will need include:<ul><li>Analysis and interpretation of complex information and data to enable prioritisation and support in planning next steps.</li><li>Work as part of a team and partnership with key stakeholders to assess needs and implement outcomes.</li><li>Communicate effectively to all audiences, both written and orally and negotiated and persuade where necessary.</li><li>Recognised Social Work qualification e.g. Degree in Social Work, Post Graduate Certificate in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent as recognised by the relevant professional body.</li><li>Completed relevant post qualifying training, have evidence of at least one year's experience post qualification and be registered with the relevant professional body.</li><li>Knowledge of theoretical Social Work concepts and practices, with demonstrable examples of dealing with a breadth of complex issues and situations, for example, attachment, impact of developmental trauma and child development, motivational interviewing, relational practice, solution-focussed interventions and systemic working. A good understanding of anti-oppressive, anti-discriminatory and anti-racist practice in social work.</li><li>Experience of managing levels of risk within a caseload of complex cases.</li><li>You will need to be able to travel independently around the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Pool cars and pool bikes are available.</li></ul>For a full list of key skills and experience please refer to the job description attached.About UsHere at West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for our children and our workforce. We have made great improvements in our service for the children and families in West Sussex over 5 years. You will join us as at a key time on our continuous improvement journey; the service you would be joining has a stable workforce with manageable caseloads and a fully permanent management team. We are proud of the work we do and we are proud to be a support and inclusive employer.That's why we need professionals, like you, who really want to be part of the positive change that is happening for children. Be part of an ambitious ongoing improvement plan and make a significant difference to children and families in West Sussex. There has never been a more rewarding time to join.For further information about us and about working in Children's Social Care at West Sussex County Council, please visit <a href="http://www.westsussex.gov.uk/CSCR" target="_blank">Careers in children's social work in West Sussex</a>.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE06009 For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Amelia Holdstock on For issues or queries regarding your application please contact .To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and complete our application. In your application form please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href="https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/" target="_blank">application help</a> page.

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About the role:
Horsham District Council is looking for&nbsp;a Principal Registered Building Inspector to lead on Building Control matters, to deliver a professional Building Control service and provide supervision to assist with the management of the work of others within the Building Control team.
As the Principal Registered Building Inspector, you will have a varied caseload of work requiring the effective application and understanding of the relevant Building Acts and associated legislation.
The role will involve working on a range of building projects, often in a fast-paced environment.&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience of progressing site inspections, dangerous structure investigations, plan checking and Building Regulation enforcement is essential.
With the emphasis on team approach, you will work closely with others within the team, whilst taking a lead role in some of the more complex developments within the area requiring a confident and professional approach. Although enjoying the support from the Head of Service and Building Control Team Leader, the position will provide autonomy to help further improve the service preparing for a successful future.
The role will include providing cover as part of our out of hours response to dangerous structures (currently under review, additional payment made if called out).
Salary breakdown:
Salary range:&nbsp;&nbsp;£50,269 - £54,495 pa
Essential Car User: up to £1,239 pa
Market Supplement: £4,000 pa
Retention Payment: £2,000 pa
Job share and/or part-time applications will be considered.
About you:
To succeed as an experienced and technically competent Principal Registered Building Inspector, you will have wide ranging experience of plan checking and inspecting varied domestic and commercial schemes – registered as a CLASS 2F.
As a team player, you will be able to demonstrate a problem solving approach to work, with the ability to analyse complex technical information to make informed decisions. You will be an excellent communicator who is also able to supervise and develop others within the Building Control team e.g. trainees, other registered buildings inspectors – as required.
You will have the drive and desire to embrace new ways of working to ensure the Building Control service strives to deliver ongoing service improvements and innovation.
This role involves travelling across the district to various sites and therefore a full and current UK driving licence is essential.
For an informal discussion about this role please call Rachel Ayling, Building Control Team Leader on 01403 215278
PPA
Applicants invited for interview will be asked to complete a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.thomas.co/assessments/behavioural-assessments-tests" target="_blank">Thomas’ Personal Profile Analysis (PPA)</a>&nbsp;which provides a rapid and deep insight into behavioural preferences and communication style.
About us:
We have a friendly and supportive working environment and being a smaller Council, you can really get to know everybody.
We encourage and support our employees to have a healthy work life balance by offering 28 days’ (207.2 hours) annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata), and flexible/hybrid working options where applicable.
We offer a generous benefits package including an online platform offering discounts from online retailers and access to a car lease scheme. Staff are also eligible to join the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hants.gov.uk/hampshire-services/pensions/local-government/about-the-scheme/scheme-benefits" target="_blank">Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</a>, where the Council contributes circa 20% of pensionable salary.
To support employees’ professional development the Council provides reimbursement for professional subscriptions and a number of training opportunities, including extensive in-house learning resources, short courses, Apprenticeships, and qualifications such as Institute of Leadership &amp; Management (ILM), Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers" target="_blank">Jobs and careers page</a>&nbsp;to find out more about&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/working-for-horsham-district-council" target="_blank">Working for Horsham District Council</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-employment-commitments" target="_blank">Our employment commitments</a>.
To apply:
If you would like to apply for the role, we highly recommend you show clearly within the ‘Experience Section’ of the application form how you meet the essential criteria detailed within the Role Profile when applying. If you do not make this clear, it is unlikely you will be shortlisted for interview.
Internal applicants, if you would like to apply for the role, please submit an expression of interest to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:HR@horsham.gov.uk" target="_blank">HR@horsham.gov.uk</a>&nbsp;explaining clearly how you meet the criteria and what you feel you can bring to the role.
Suitable applicants will be contacted for interview on an ongoing basis therefore this advert may close early.

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