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Increasing demographic pressures, continuing challenges to provide residents and communities with greater levels of choice and control over services, and the tighter financial constraints placed on the authority, mean that the Council needs to change the way it operates. Effective business management develops and delivers support to the Children, Young People and Learning Directorate and enables it to operate as an effective and efficient service. There is a strong focus on improvement across the service and real desire to enhance outcomes for customers, performance, driving efficiencies and providing best value for money for residents. During a period of great change, an organisation needs support functions that are able to provide the right advice, approaches and understanding throughout the transformation period and into the future. <strong>About The Job</strong></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £38,626 to £41,511 per annum<br><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Fixed term until March 2026 <br><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> Full-time, 37 hours per week <br><strong>Location:</strong> Based at County Hall, Chichester (Countywide travel may be required)</p><p>We're looking for a Senior Project Officer for Children, Young People and Learning to deliver a customer focused project management service, including provision of expertise and guidance on project related issues in support of the West Sussex County Council Children First strategy.</p><p>As a Senior Project Officer (SPO), you will provide expertise to projects and programmes, working with the senior leadership team to achieve project success. You be accountable to the Project Management Office (PMO) Manager and work within the Governance team to ensure coherent delivery of project management processes and services to the wider service. You will provide expert assistance with the delivery of medium sized or large projects/programmes and be responsible for the delivery of small and medium projects, in both instances working closely with clients to ensure efficient service provision. </p><p>To support the service as the Senior Project Officer, you will need to have experience and knowledge of statutory children's services and be required to work with senior operational managers, supporting them in the delivery of a range of statutory and high-risk services. You will be analytical with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organisation and external partners including the public. You will be personally resourceful and pro-active and able to work autonomously. In addition, you will be able to work well as part of a team and be customer focused. You will be agile and flexible and be able to respond quickly to changing priorities and short deadlines.</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>Some of the Key Skills and Experience required include:</p><ul>\n<li>Excellent literacy and numeracy with advanced analytical skills which will enable you to interpret and manipulate varied and complex project information.</li>\n<li>Project Management qualification/HNC/HND (e.g. PRINCE 2) or equivalent practical experience to ensure you can organise and plan to meet set targets to achieve timely completion of projects.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills enabling you to interact effectively so guide, influence, persuade high-level clients/stakeholders and create and maintain effective working relationship and provide coaching to clients/colleagues on process or documentation.</li>\n<li>Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate problems and resolve issues independently, planning solutions and making sound pragmatic decisions.</li>\n<li>Advanced IT skills in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, use of Internet and other web-based applications, for the integral use of word processing, analysis and research of data, creating electronic presentations.</li>\n<li>Effective people management skills including performance and financial management skills and the ability to provide direction and support to individuals and teams.</li>\n<li>Knowledge and understanding of local Government Children's Services and ideally of Ofsted inspections of Children's Services.</li>\n<li>Experience of contributing to the development of business cases to assist clients in achieving improvements in service and of business/systems analysis or business process improvement i.e. process flow mapping.</li>\n<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. 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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.</p><p><img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy80ODgvMzM4ODJmZjZjMzQzMWExNDM0YTRhYWUzOTM2MDA4NTUucG5n.png?0\" alt=\"\"></p><p>For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee, please visit our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\"><strong>Rewards and Benefits</strong></a> page.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><p>The reference number for this role is <strong>CAFHE05802</strong>.</p><p> </p><p>To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and Cover Letter. 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This could be by implementing new systems, replacing existing ones or just improving what we do now.</p>\n<p>The role sits within our Technology & Digital Service which also includes ICT, but we are not expecting you to be an out and out technologist as you will have support from the wider technical teams.</p>\n<p>As an experienced project manager you will manage projects through their full life cycle from concept to completion – on time, within scope and to budget.</p>\n<p>It is an exciting time to join us as we have just started a project to replace our HR & payroll system which will be your main focus for the next 9 – 12 months.</p>\n<p>We can offer hybrid working for this role where some of your week will be office based and some at home (UK based only).</p>\n<p>We also operate a flexible working day where your hours can be worked between 7:30am and 7:00pm.</p>\n<p>For more information about joining the Technology & Digital Team, the role profile is located at the bottom of this advert. It details the main duties of the job as well as the behaviours and competencies (evaluated at interview stage).</p>\n<p>We love to invest in our people, providing the opportunity for professional development and fulfilment. Work life balance is encouraged, and we enjoy a variety of flexible working arrangements. Please see <a href=\"https://www.arun.gov.uk/why-work-for-arun\"><strong>Why work for Arun</strong></a> for more information on what Arun offers their employees.</p>\n<p>We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity status or disability.</p>\n<p>For support with your application and CV writing, please visit <a href=\"https://www.arun.gov.uk/applying-for-adc-job\"><strong>Applying for a job with us</strong></a>. 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You will join us at a key time in our improvement journey, while we focus on delivering flawless family support and driving forward our 'Children First' improvement plan.</p><p>The Early Help Service is an integral part of the Children, Young People and Learning Directorate. We work with children, families, and young people to help ensure that every child is supported to achieve his or her potential. Working collaboratively with social care so that all children and families are accessing the right help and protection from the most appropriate part of children's services.</p><p>Early Help ensures that children and families receive accessible and co-ordinated support when they need it. This support ranges across a continuum from universal preventative approaches through to more targeted help where families are experiencing more complex or multiple difficulties. At every level support is designed to address and reduce the problems or challenges and prevent them getting worse.</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £28,624 to £31,067 per annum<br><strong>Working Pattern</strong>: Full-Time (37 hours per week)<br><strong>Contract Length</strong>: 1 x Permanent and 1 x Fixed Term contract until 31st March 2026</p><p><strong>Location</strong>: Mid-Sussex area, Haywards Heath</p><p><strong>Internal candidates wishing to apply for the Fixed Term role will be considered for a secondment position. Please can you therefore discuss and agree this with your manager before applying for this position.</strong></p><p>Family Support Workers assess the needs of children, young people and families in order to access, coordinate and deliver the support they need to improve their outcomes and lived experience and prevent their difficulties becoming irreversible.</p><p>You'll deliver direct work and interventions around a range of issues to children, young people and their families that helps to keep children safe and supports and sustains positive change for them and their families.</p><p>You will need strong skills in partnership working, developing and maintaining effective partnerships with parents, families and partners such as education, health, Police and Children's Social Care, to achieve positive outcomes for children.</p><p>As a Family Support Worker, you might find yourself supporting families:</p><ul>\n<li>At the front door into services where you will work in collaboration with families and partner agencies to assess risk and needs and ensure children, young people and families can access the most appropriate service at the earliest opportunity.</li>\n<li>By providing them with supported help, working with the whole family to assess the needs of each family member, and to create a whole family plan with agreed outcomes that you will lead, and that the family and professionals will work towards.</li>\n<li>By providing bespoke and wrap-around support for school communities in order to prevent difficulties escalating and requiring targeted support.</li>\n</ul><p>You'll need to be able to travel independently around the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport and will require access to your own vehicle. 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To take responsibility for own performance and to be proactive in relation to own work and professional development.</li>\n<li>Analyse and interpret complex information and prioritise needs in order to make recommendations/decisions which will have a positive outcome.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Qualifications and/or experience:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>NVQ level 3 Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification, demonstrating that level of ability in working with children / young people and families or relevant experience. Relevant organisational knowledge of systems, procedures and policies associated with operating a client focused service.</li>\n<li>Significant experience of working with children / young people and their families in a crisis situation and using a range of direct work interventions.</li>\n<li>Experience of working in a multi-agency context, demonstrating an awareness of differing roles and responsibilities and effective methods of collaboration.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of child and adolescent development and age-appropriate behaviour relevant to the Early Help service.</li>\n<li>Understanding of current childcare legislation and policy.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of Safeguarding policies and procedures.</li>\n<li>Valid and full driving licence and access to a vehicle / ability to travel around the county independently.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Rewards and Benefits</strong></p><p>As 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.</p><p>In addition to working within a great team and a brilliant opportunity you will receive:</p><p><img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy9iMzljZmIyMTg0NTNmZTI3YjQ2Y2U2ZTg3NGUyOGJkZC5wbmc=.png?1742482167990\" alt=\"\"></p><p>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/\">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.</p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><p>The reference number for this role is <strong>CAFHE05796</strong>.</p><p>For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Heidi Wyatt at .</p><p>For issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href=\"mailto:\"><strong></strong></a><strong>.</strong></p><p>To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and cover letter. In your cover letter 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.</p><p><strong>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. </strong></p><p><strong>This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, five years referencing, and an occupational health check.</strong></p><p>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. 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You will join us at a key time in our improvement journey, while we focus on delivering flawless family support and driving forward our 'Children First' improvement plan.</span></p><p><span>The Early Help Service is an integral part of the Children, Young People and Learning Directorate. We work with children, families, and young people to help ensure that every child is supported to achieve his or her potential. Working collaboratively with social care so that all children and families are accessing the right help and protection from the most appropriate part of children's services.</span></p><p><span>Early help ensures that children and families receive accessible and co-ordinated support when they need it. This support ranges across a continuum from universal preventative approaches through to more targeted help where families are experiencing more complex or multiple difficulties. 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You will work hard to build trusting relationships with your schools, getting to know their specific needs and challenges, and being flexible and creative in the support you offer them to support their school community. You will need to use your initiative and be proactive in your approach. Some experience of working in a school environment would be beneficial.</p><p>Alongside this you will also have a caseload of families you work with. You will be assessing the needs of children, young people, and families to access, coordinate and deliver the support they need. You will work to improve their outcomes and lived experience, helping prevent their difficulties from becoming irreversible.</p><p>Key to this role is delivering direct work and interventions through our Whole Family Approach process tailored around a range of issues that children, young people, and their families may experience. Through this way of working, you will help to keep children safe whilst supporting and sustaining positive change for them and their families.</p><p>You will need strong skills in partnership working to develop and maintain effective relationships with parents, families, and partners such as Education, Health, Police and Children's Social Care, to achieve positive outcomes for all children and young people.</p><p>We are looking for someone with experience of working with children, young people and/or families, who has emotional resilience and a passion for supporting a diverse range people in our communities.</p><p>You will have NVQ level 3 Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification, demonstrating that level of ability in working with children / young people and families or relevant experience. 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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.</span></p><p><span>In addition to working within a great team and a brilliant opportunity you will receive:</span></p><p><span><img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy9iMzljZmIyMTg0NTNmZTI3YjQ2Y2U2ZTg3NGUyOGJkZC5wbmc=.png?1742482167990\" alt=\"\"></span></p><p><span>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/\">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.</span></p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><p><span>The reference number for this role is CAFHE05800.</span></p><p><span>For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Heidi Wyatt at <a href=\"mailto:\"><strong></strong></a> or for issues or queries regarding your application please contact <strong>.</strong></span></p><p><span>To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and cover letter. In your cover letter 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.</span></p><p><span><strong>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.</strong></span></p><p><span>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. 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More information can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\"><strong>application help</strong></a> page.</span></p><p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£28624 - £31067 per annum","publishDate":"2025-06-06T10:10:30.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-07-04T10:10:30.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/4af3cfe4-6294-4c56-b641-ef76e313d56c.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"88ed7f20-e4d1-4bb5-9497-49455aa13100","title":"Family Support Worker - Dedicated Schools Team","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"West Sussex, Hampshire, Based in Horsham or Chichester, but working countywide , Based in Crawley, Based in Chichester","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p><span>At West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for our children and our workforce and are committed to improving our services for children and families in West Sussex. You will join us at a key time in our improvement journey, while we focus on delivering flawless family support and driving forward our 'Children First' improvement plan.</span></p><p><span>The Early Help Service is an integral part of the Children, Young People and Learning Directorate. We work with children, families, and young people to help ensure that every child is supported to achieve his or her potential. Working collaboratively with social care so that all children and families are accessing the right help and protection from the most appropriate part of children's services.</span></p><p><span>Early help ensures that children and families receive accessible and co-ordinated support when they need it. This support ranges across a continuum from universal preventative approaches through to more targeted help where families are experiencing more complex or multiple difficulties. At every level support is designed to address and reduce the problems or challenges and prevent them getting worse.</span></p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p><span><strong>Salary</strong>: £28,624 to £31,067 per annum, pro rata £14,312 to £15,533 for 18.50 hours per week.</span></p><p><span><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> Part time (18.50 hours)</span><br><span><strong>Contract: </strong>Fixed Term contract until 20<sup>th</sup> July 2026</span><br><span><strong>Location:</strong> Based in the Chichester area</span></p><p><strong><span>Interviews: 30th June 2025.</span></strong></p><p><span>You must be able to travel throughout the county including to locations that are not always accessible by public transport.</span></p><p><span><strong>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.</strong></span></p><p><span>As a Family Support Worker for the Dedicated Schools' Team, you will manage a caseload of schools who you will work with to identify young people who may require support, at the earliest opportunity. You will work hard to build up relationships with your schools, getting to know their specific needs and challenges, and being flexible and creative in the support you offer. You will need to use your initiative and be proactive in your approach. Some experience of working in a school environment would be beneficial. </span></p><p><span>Alongside this you will also have a caseload of families you work with. You will be assessing the needs of children, young people, and families to access, coordinate and deliver the support they need. You will work to improve their outcomes and lived experience, helping prevent their difficulties from becoming irreversible.</span></p><p><span>Key to this role is delivering direct work and interventions through our Whole Family Approach process tailored around a range of issues that children, young people, and their families may experience. Through this way of working, you will help to keep children safe whilst supporting and sustaining positive change for them and their families.</span></p><p><span>You will need strong skills in partnership working to develop and maintain effective relationships with parents, families, and partners such as Education, Health, Police and Children's Social Care, to achieve positive outcomes for all children and young people.</span></p><p><span>We are looking for someone with experience of working with children, young people and/or families, who has emotional resilience and a passion for supporting a diverse range people in our communities.</span></p><p><span>You will have NVQ level 3 Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification, demonstrating that level of ability in working with children/young people and families or relevant experience. .</span></p><p><span>There is a regular and intrinsic requirement to communicate in English with members of the public.</span></p><p><span><strong>For more information on the Key Skills and Qualifications/experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached.</strong></span></p><p><strong>Rewards and Benefits</strong></p><p><span>As 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.</span></p><p><span>In addition to working within a great team and a brilliant opportunity you will receive:</span></p><p><span><img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy9iMzljZmIyMTg0NTNmZTI3YjQ2Y2U2ZTg3NGUyOGJkZC5wbmc=.png?1742482167990\" alt=\"\"></span></p><p><span>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/\">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.</span></p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><p><span>The reference number for this role is CAFHE05787.</span></p><p><span>For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Katrina Middleton at <a href=\"mailto:\"><strong></strong></a> or for issues or queries regarding your application please contact <strong>.</strong></span></p><p><span>To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and cover letter. In your cover letter 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.</span></p><p><span><strong>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.</strong></span></p><p><span>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.</span></p><p><span>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/\"><strong>application help</strong></a><strong> </strong>page.</span></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£28624 - £31067 per annum","publishDate":"2025-06-06T09:44:37.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-20T09:44:37.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/3aa537ad-9fe1-4580-98e2-51fd11a83d96.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d888c82c-7256-4a66-a2a3-670a84028d3d","title":"Bilingual Liaison Officer - Arabic-speaker","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"flexible office base","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Pro rata £24,613 to £26,501 per annum</p><p><strong>Full time equivalent salary:</strong> NJC Grade 9 £35,235 to £37,938 per annum</p><p><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Permanent</p><p><strong>Working Pattern: </strong>30 hours per week, part time, Term Time Only 39 weeks, working 9:00 - 15:00 Monday to Friday (or flexible alternative)</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Countywide. Your base location will be agreed with you</p><p><strong>Please note:</strong> You must be able to travel throughout the County including to locations that are not always accessible by public transport.</p><p><strong>Closing date: </strong>22 June 2025</p><p><strong>Interview date: </strong>w/c 30 June 2025</p><p> </p><p><strong>We are looking for an Arabic speaker.</strong></p><p>We have an exciting opportunity to join our Ethnic Minority and Traveller Achievement Service (EMTAS) as Bilingual Liaison Officer, working closely with our EMTAS Advisory Teachers.</p><p>We are looking for individuals who can use their language skills to support pupils and their families where English is an Additional Language (EAL).</p><p>We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve, and welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds.</p><p>You will act as a link between home and school to enable effective communication and partnership, providing interpretation and outreach support for pupils. You will liaise between pupils, families, schools, agencies, education settings and WSCC colleagues, promoting inclusion and access to learning.</p><p>You will play a key part in developing the role with your ideas, providing cultural understanding and support to newly arrived families in West Sussex. Understanding of arriving in the UK is desirable.</p><p>The ability to communicate fluently in spoken and written Arabic is essential. You will need a good level of written and spoken English to translate.</p><p>We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting pupils and families where language may be a barrier, with a professional manner to build positive relationships. You will need good attention over lengthy periods for producing reports and maintaining records.</p><p>For more information on the Key Skills, Qualifications and/or Experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached. Please refer to the key skills in your cover letter as these will be used for shortlisting criteria.</p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p><strong>Key Skills:</strong></p><ol>\n<li>Ability to undertake direct work with those who access or need the service in order to support individuals. Ability to work in partnership with carers, colleagues, and a variety of external agencies in order to deliver the most effective service.</li>\n<li>Ability to communicate effectively with children as part of assessments and through providing support in one-to-one interventions. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal format, including the ability to explain complicated information to a wide range of people and negotiate and persuade others to adopt a particular course of action.</li>\n<li>Ability to work proactively as a member of the team to make an accurate assessment of needs and negotiate and implement effective plans and outcomes.</li>\n<li>Ability to analyse and interpret information and data in order to prioritise needs and formulate plans for intervention and service provision.</li>\n<li>Ability to remain up to date with key legislation and apply legislative requirements within social work practice.</li>\n<li>Ability to recognise the limits of own accountability and responsibility, and to seek appropriate support, advice, and supervision.</li>\n</ol><p><strong>Qualifications and/or experience:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Educated to A-Level standard, or equivalent qualifications or experience.</li>\n<li>A good level of written and spoken fluency in identified priority language.</li>\n<li>Evidence of good assessment skills, including the ability to ensure regular reviews and risk management with a variety of individuals, carers, or families.</li>\n<li>Evidence of effectively prioritising work and meeting deadlines.</li>\n<li>Experience of working in partnership with those who access or need the service and maintaining a focus on the needs of the individual whilst handling conflict and disagreement.</li>\n<li>Experience of forming effective working relationships within a multi-agency/ multi-disciplinary setting.</li>\n<li>Experience of working with those who access a service to identify issues and agree specific action by means of creative and pragmatic solutions.</li>\n<li>Experience of managing levels of risk within a caseload.</li>\n<li>Sound and accurate IT knowledge.</li>\n<li>Valid, full driving licence.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p>We are looking for an Arabic speaking Bilingual Liaison Officer to join our Ethnic Minority and Traveller Achievement Service (EMTAS), which is part of the Education and Skills Service within WSCC.</p><p>Our EMTAS team works with schools to deliver the best support possible for pupils from minority ethnic backgrounds, including Gypsy Roma Traveller (GRT) & Showman pupils and those with English as an Additional Language (EAL).</p><p>As part of EMTAS, we offer advice, guidance and support for children, parents, and community engagement. EMTAS also offers training for school staff, and works with families to overcome barriers to education, giving advice on the English education system and the importance of continuing the home language.</p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p>As 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.</p><p>For a full list this can be found at our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\"><strong>Rewards and Benefits page.</strong></a></p><p>Upon joining us you will have access to a range of benefits including the following:</p><p><img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy9kNDVhYmE3MDI2ODFlZGI3NDM5MDhiNDdjOTVlOWQ3OC5wbmc=.png?0\" alt=\"\"></p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><p>The reference number for this role is CAFHE05793.</p><p>For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Olly Davidson (EMTAS Team Manager) at <a href=\"mailto:\"><strong></strong></a>.</p><p>To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and Cover Letter.</p><p>In your cover letter 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.</p><p><strong>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. </strong></p><p><strong>This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, five years referencing, and an occupational health check.</strong></p><p>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.</p><p>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/\"><strong>application help</strong></a> page.</p><p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£24613 - £26501 per annum","publishDate":"2025-06-05T02:16:38.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-23T02:16:38.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/2038b80a-dae9-4b9d-a98c-624fdc044c31.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"fb4f3914-47f4-4eb8-bb1e-18dfb971cdf9","title":"Bilingual Liaison Officer - Malayalam-speaker","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"West Sussex Countywide","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Pro rata £24,613 to £26,501 per annum</p><p><strong>Full time equivalent salary:</strong> NJC Grade 9 £35,235 to £37,938 per annum</p><p><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Fixed Term/Secondment until 31 July 2026</p><p><strong>Working Pattern: </strong>30 hours per week, part time, Term Time Only 39 weeks, working 9:00 - 15:00 Monday to Friday (or flexible alternative)</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Countywide. Your base location will be agreed with you</p><p><strong>Please note:</strong> You must be able to travel throughout the County including to locations that are not always accessible by public transport.</p><p>Internal candidates wishing to apply for this role will be considered for a secondment position. Please can you discuss and agree this with your manager before applying.</p><p><strong>Closing date: </strong>22 June 2025</p><p><strong>Interview date: </strong>w/c 30 June 2025</p><p> </p><p><strong>We are looking for a Malayalam speaker.</strong></p><p>We have an exciting opportunity to join our Ethnic Minority and Traveller Achievement Service (EMTAS) as Bilingual Liaison Officer, working closely with our EMTAS Advisory Teachers.</p><p>We are looking for individuals who can use their language skills to support pupils and their families where English is an Additional Language (EAL).</p><p>We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve, and welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds.</p><p>You will act as a link between home and school to enable effective communication and partnership, providing interpretation and outreach support for pupils. You will liaise between pupils, families, schools, agencies, education settings and WSCC colleagues, promoting inclusion and access to learning.</p><p>You will play a key part in developing the role with your ideas, providing cultural understanding and support to newly arrived families in West Sussex. Understanding of arriving in the UK is desirable.</p><p>The ability to communicate fluently in spoken and written Malayalam is essential. You will need a good level of written and spoken English to translate.</p><p>We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting pupils and families where language may be a barrier, with a professional manner to build positive relationships. You will need good attention over lengthy periods for producing reports and maintaining records.</p><p>For more information on the Key Skills, Qualifications and/or Experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached. Please refer to the key skills in your cover letter as these will be used for shortlisting criteria.</p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p><strong>Key Skills:</strong></p><ol>\n<li>Ability to undertake direct work with those who access or need the service in order to support individuals. Ability to work in partnership with carers, colleagues, and a variety of external agencies in order to deliver the most effective service.</li>\n<li>Ability to communicate effectively with children as part of assessments and through providing support in one-to-one interventions. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal format, including the ability to explain complicated information to a wide range of people and negotiate and persuade others to adopt a particular course of action.</li>\n<li>Ability to work proactively as a member of the team to make an accurate assessment of needs and negotiate and implement effective plans and outcomes.</li>\n<li>Ability to analyse and interpret information and data in order to prioritise needs and formulate plans for intervention and service provision.</li>\n<li>Ability to remain up to date with key legislation and apply legislative requirements within social work practice.</li>\n<li>Ability to recognise the limits of own accountability and responsibility, and to seek appropriate support, advice, and supervision.</li>\n</ol><p><strong>Qualifications and/or experience:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Educated to A-Level standard, or equivalent qualifications or experience.</li>\n<li>A good level of written and spoken fluency in identified priority language.</li>\n<li>Evidence of good assessment skills, including the ability to ensure regular reviews and risk management with a variety of individuals, carers, or families.</li>\n<li>Evidence of effectively prioritising work and meeting deadlines.</li>\n<li>Experience of working in partnership with those who access or need the service and maintaining a focus on the needs of the individual whilst handling conflict and disagreement.</li>\n<li>Experience of forming effective working relationships within a multi-agency/ multi-disciplinary setting.</li>\n<li>Experience of working with those who access a service to identify issues and agree specific action by means of creative and pragmatic solutions.</li>\n<li>Experience of managing levels of risk within a caseload.</li>\n<li>Sound and accurate IT knowledge.</li>\n<li>Valid, full driving licence.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p>We are looking for a Malayalam speaking Bilingual Liaison Officer to join our Ethnic Minority and Traveller Achievement Service (EMTAS), which is part of the Education and Skills Service within WSCC.</p><p>Our EMTAS team works with schools to deliver the best support possible for pupils from minority ethnic backgrounds, including Gypsy Roma Traveller (GRT) & Showman pupils and those with English as an Additional Language (EAL).</p><p>As part of EMTAS, we offer advice, guidance and support for children, parents, and community engagement. EMTAS also offers training for school staff, and works with families to overcome barriers to education, giving advice on the English education system and the importance of continuing the home language.</p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p>As 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.</p><p>For a full list this can be found at our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\"><strong>Rewards and Benefits page.</strong></a></p><p>Upon joining us you will have access to a range of benefits including the following:</p><p><img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy9kNDVhYmE3MDI2ODFlZGI3NDM5MDhiNDdjOTVlOWQ3OC5wbmc=.png?0\" alt=\"\"></p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><p>The reference number for this role is CAFHE05785.</p><p>For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Olly Davidson (EMTAS Team Manager) at <a href=\"mailto:\"><strong></strong></a>.</p><p>To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and Cover Letter.</p><p>In your cover letter 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.</p><p><strong>We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. </strong></p><p><strong>This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, five years referencing, and an occupational health check.</strong></p><p>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.</p><p>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/\"><strong>application help</strong></a> page.</p><p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£24613 - £26501 per annum + LGPS, Flexible Working","publishDate":"2025-06-05T01:57:42.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-23T01:57:42.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ccf3ebd9-52ed-4842-8b1e-f6f09bdf39ca.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"93ef6561-fee9-48b3-b5d6-91b13124909f","title":"Senior Social Worker Emergency Department (AMHP)","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"St Richard's Hospital","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p><span>This is an exciting time to join us in a new Senior Social Worker role based in St Richard's Hospital, that incorporates Older People's and Working Age Mental Health Social Work Teams and a Countywide AMHP Service.</span></p><p><span>We are keen to recruit passionate and committed individuals, who hold the same values that we do. We provide a working environment that values professional supervision and offers the right balance between challenge and support. This provides our workforce with what they need to deliver the best possible outcomes for our residents. We work to ensure that innovation and evidence-based practice underpins what we do and that we maintain an environment within which our social workers can develop and progress in their careers. If you have the talent and ambition to achieve the best for the people we serve, then we will support you to progress and develop throughout your social work career.</span></p><p><span>If you are thinking why join West Sussex there is a supportive culture that is second to none. Employees are genuinely valued, respected and there is an emphasis on work life balance. But don't take our word for it hear from Louise in the AMHP team \"Come and be part of an amazing team where the core of our values are humanity, honesty and humility. As a team we are passionate about improving outcomes for adults and children whilst creating a culture and environment that balances personal wellbeing with continuous improvement\". </span></p><p><span>We offer a comprehensive training programme for the development of our AMHPs ensuring you have the most up to date knowledge and skills to undertake this essential role. We offer our dedicated AMHP staff regular specialist supervision and a generous enhanced pay offer for undertaking this important role.</span></p><p><span>Take a look at our dedicated campaign page for Careers in our Approved Mental</span></p><p><span>Health Professional Team for further information on the work of the team - <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/featured-jobs/careers-in-adults-social-work-in-west-sussex/our-social-work-teams/our-approved-mental-health-professional-team/\">Our Approved Mental Health Professional Team - West Sussex County Council</a></span></p><p><strong>About The Job</strong></p><p><span>Salary: NJC Grade 11 £42,708 to £45,718 per annum plus 18% AMHP enhancement</span><br><span>Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week</span><br><span>Contract Type: Permanent</span><br><span>Location: St Richard's Hospital, Chichester</span></p><p><span>This is an exciting time to join us in a new Senior Social Work Practitioner role based in St Richard's Hospital, that incorporates Older People's and Working Age Mental Health Social Work Teams and a Countywide AMHP Service.</span></p><p><span>We are keen to recruit passionate and committed individuals, who hold the same values that we do. We provide a working environment that values professional supervision and offers the right balance between challenge and support. This provides our workforce with what they need to deliver the best possible outcomes for our residents. We work to ensure that innovation and evidence-based practice underpins what we do and that we maintain an environment within which our social workers can develop and progress in their careers. If you have the talent and ambition to achieve the best for the people we serve, then we will support you to progress and develop throughout your social work career.</span></p><p><span>If you are thinking why join West Sussex there is a supportive culture that is second to none. Employees are genuinely valued, respected and there is an emphasis on work life balance. But don't take our word for it hear from Louise in the AMHP team \"Come and be part of an amazing team where the core of our values are humanity, honesty and humility. As a team we are passionate about improving outcomes for adults and children whilst creating a culture and environment that balances personal wellbeing with continuous improvement\".</span></p><p><span>We offer a comprehensive training programme for the development of our AMHPs ensuring you have the most up to date knowledge and skills to undertake this essential role. We offer our dedicated AMHP staff regular specialist supervision and a generous enhanced pay offer for undertaking this important role.</span></p><p><span>Take a look at our dedicated campaign page for Careers in our Approved Mental</span></p><p><span>Health Professional Team for further information on the work of the team - <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/featured-jobs/careers-in-adults-social-work-in-west-sussex/our-social-work-teams/our-approved-mental-health-professional-team/\">Our Approved Mental Health Professional Team - West Sussex County Council</a></span></p><p><strong>Experience and Skills</strong></p><p><span><strong>What You'll Need to Succeed:</strong></span></p><ul>\n<li><span>You'll be an AMHP, registered qualified professional (Social Work, Nurse, OT, Psychologist), and have extensive experience in delivering high-quality social work interventions.</span></li>\n<li><span>You'll thrive in high-pressure environments, with the ability to make sound decisions, manage risk, and prioritize competing demands.</span></li>\n<li><span>Strong leadership, mentoring, and coaching skills are essential, as you will guide and support fellow practitioners.</span></li>\n<li><span>A full driving licence is essential as this is a countywide role, covering both rural and urban areas.</span></li>\n</ul><p><span>Please review the role profile for a full list of key skills, qualifications and experience as they are the short listing criteria please cover with examples in your application.</span></p><p><strong>Rewards and Benefits</strong></p><p><span>For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <strong><a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits</a></strong> page.</span></p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><p><span><span>The</span><span> reference number for this role is <strong>CAFHE05803</strong>.</span></span></p><p><span>To apply, upload your CV and complete the application explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role 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.</span></p><p><span><strong>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, HCPC registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.</strong></span></p><p><span>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.</span></p><p><span>For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme (if you meet all the essential criteria), this can be found on our <strong><a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a></strong> page. </span></p><p><span>Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. 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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.</span></p><p><span>This is a great opportunity to join us as an Assistant Care Manager in our supportive Littlehampton Community Social Work Team. We are looking for someone who is flexible, hard working and enthusiast about taking the next step in their social care career.</span></p><p><span>If you are thinking why join West Sussex there is a supportive culture that is second to none. You will receive regular, supportive and reflective supervision from senior social work colleagues, but you will also need to use your own initiative where appropriate. Employees are genuinely valued, respected and there is an emphasis on work life balance. Hybrid working helps us deliver a great service and our employees enjoy the flexibility this gives to carry out their role whilst fitting around their home lives.</span></p><p><strong>About The Job</strong></p><p><span>Salary: £28,624 to £31,067 per annum</span><br><span>Working Pattern: 37 hours per week</span><br><span>Contract Type: Permanent</span><br><span>Location: Littlehampton office base & surrounding areas</span></p><p><span>We have a great opportunity to join our supportive Community Team as an Assistant Care Manager. To be successful in this role you will need to use your initiative and demonstrate personal resilience as you could have exposure to challenging behaviours from people who access or need the service. An important part of the role includes carrying a case load and completing Care Act assessments in line with The Care Act 2014, and Mental Capacity Assessments, in line with The Mental Capacity Act 2005. You will be required to produce accurate, and evidence-based recording, and be able to explain Adult Social Care procedures for a variety of audiences including multi-disciplinary colleagues, families and people receiving a services.</span></p><p><span>As with all our teams, partnership and collaborative working is a vital aspect of decision making for implementing support. This role requires excellent communication and collaboration with partner agencies including, but not limited to, Hospital Social Work and Discharge Teams, Occupational Therapy (OT), The Safeguarding Hub, Support Brokers, Sussex Police, Health Services and Mental health services.</span></p><p><span>The role is exciting and busy however, you would be very well supported with a robust induction, and ongoing support from the team including the qualified social workers in the teams, you will always be learning, and no two days are the same. You would also have the option to work on a hybrid basis.</span></p><p><strong>Experience and Skills</strong></p><p><span>(These will be used as the shortlisting criteria so please cover with examples within your application)</span></p><p><span>Key Skills:</span></p><ol>\n<li><span>Ability to analyse and interpret information and prioritise needs in order to make recommendations/decisions which will have a positive outcome.</span></li>\n<li><span>Ability to work independently and as part of a team, working under pressure and to tight deadlines.</span></li>\n<li><span>Ability to work in a multi-agency environment to deliver a service to those people who access or need the service.</span></li>\n<li><span>Ability to communicate complicated or sensitive information to a range of audiences to achieve positive outcomes; to be able to communicate clearly with customers reflecting the service objectives and standards.</span></li>\n<li><span>Sound and accurate IT and keyboard skills.</span></li>\n<li><span>Ability to recognise the limits of own accountability and responsibility, and to seek appropriate support, advice and supervision.</span></li>\n</ol><p><span><strong> </strong>Qualifications and/or experience:</span></p><ul>\n<li><span>GCSE English and Maths or equivalent qualification or experience operating at this level of literacy and numeracy.</span></li>\n<li><span>NVQ Level 3 in Care. Desirable</span></li>\n<li><span>Experience of providing support/working with people in a Social Care environment.</span></li>\n<li><span>Experience of forming effective working relationships within a multi-agency setting.</span></li>\n<li><span>An awareness of the policies, practices and procedures relevant to Social Work. Experience of the assessment and review process of care packages.</span></li>\n<li><span>Experience of applying relevant legislation, policies and procedures to individual pieces of work.</span></li>\n</ul><p><strong>Rewards and Benefits</strong></p><p><span><img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy81NDIzZjUwNzc5YjQxOTk1MjcwOWNjNDkzYjc4YzM4MS5wbmc=.png?0\" alt=\"image of the benefits of working at West Sussex Council including an employee assistance programme, retail discounts, travel benefits and pension scheme\" width=\"556\" height=\"368\"></span></p><p><span>For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our <strong><a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits</a></strong> page.</span></p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><p><span><span>The</span><span> reference number for this role is <strong>CAFHE05799</strong>.</span></span></p><p><span>For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Natasha Stevens (Team Manager) at <a href=\"mailto:\"><strong></strong></a>. For issues or queries regarding your application please contact <strong><a href=\"mailto:\"></a>. </strong></span></p><p><span>To apply, upload your CV and complete the application explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role 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.</span></p><p><span><strong>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.</strong></span></p><p><span>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.</span></p><p><span>For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme (if you meet all the essential criteria), this can be found on our <strong><a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a></strong> page. </span></p><p><span>Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!</span></p><p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£28624 - £31067 per annum","publishDate":"2025-06-03T12:52:50.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-17T12:52:50.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/e9fc54f3-64ed-4790-80f8-a37716ac34b5.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"aa226461-4874-40e1-ac9f-d105ea07a067","title":"Social Worker - Children With Disabilities","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Bognor Regis, West Sussex","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>About the Job</strong></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £42,003 - £54,533 per annum(inclusive of market supplement)<br><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Permanent<br><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> Full time, 37 hours per week <br><strong>Location: </strong>Bognor Regis (office base County Hall, Chichester in interim), hybrid working options available</p><p><strong>\"Working with children with disabilities is such a privilege and they amaze me time and time again and it is such rewarding work. We are a very friendly, supportive and stable team with longstanding members who are very experienced in our work.\" Social Worker, CWD Team</strong></p><p>We're seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker to join our Children With Disabilities team. The successful candidates will be passionate about and looking forward to being part of a team achieving positive outcomes for children with lifelong disabilities across West Sussex.</p><p>As a Social Worker with the Children With Disabilities team you will offer a specialist social work service for disabled children and young people with complex needs. You will work with them, their families and other agencies to understand and meet their assessed needs; supporting them to achieve their potential. Your role will include assessment, planning and interventions with children in need, looked after children and children in need of protection.</p><p>You will have a Social Work qualification and an understanding of the impact of disability on children's lives. We're looking for somebody who is passionate about making a difference and able to use creative and personalised strengths-based approaches to achieve positive outcomes for children. You will be able to work in partnership with disabled children and their families as well as colleagues in Children's and Adult's Services, Education, Health and the Voluntary & Community sector.</p><p><strong>Experience and Skills</strong></p><p><strong>Just some of the skills and experience you will need include:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Able to analyse and interpret complex information and data, prioritise needs and formulate plans for intervention and service provision.</li>\n<li>Able to work proactively as a member of the team to make accurate assessments of needs and negotiate and implement effective outcomes.</li>\n<li>Able to work in partnership with carers, colleagues and external agencies to deliver an effective service.</li>\n<li>Able to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and oral format, including the ability to explain complicated information to a wide range of people and use negotiation and persuasion skills to encourage others to adopt a course of action they may not wish to take.</li>\n<li>A 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>\n<li>Completion of relevant post qualifying training.</li>\n<li>Evidence of at least one year's experience post qualification.</li>\n<li>Registration with the relevant professional registration body and maintaining registration with that body.</li>\n<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>\n<li>Readiness to work towards Practice Educator Professional Standards (PEPS) qualification at Stage one or equivalent.</li>\n<li>Valid and full driving licence or ability to travel around the county independently.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>For a full list of key skills and experience please refer to the job description attached. </strong></p><p><strong>Rewards and Benefits</strong></p><p>We provide regular group supervision and access to excellent learning and development provisions such as Research in Practice and Community Care Inform, Social Work England fees paid and annual leave up to 29 days, as well as the option to buy up to 3 additional days.<br><br>As 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. </p><p><img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy80ODgvMzM4ODJmZjZjMzQzMWExNDM0YTRhYWUzOTM2MDA4NTUucG5n.png?0\" alt=\"\"></p><p>For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee, please visit our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\"><strong>Rewards and Benefits</strong></a><strong> </strong>page.</p><p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p>Here at West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for our children and our workforce. We are committed to improving our services for the children and families in West Sussex we support. You will join us as at a key time on our improvement journey. The work we have started includes establishing a new and experienced senior leadership team, driving forward our 'Children First' improvement plan. </p><p>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 improvement plan and make a significant difference to children and families in West Sussex. There has never been a more rewarding time to join.</p><p>For further information about us and about working in Children's Social Care at West Sussex County Council, please visit<strong> <a href=\"http://www.westsussex.gov.uk/CSCR\">Careers in children's social work in West Sussex</a>.</strong></p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><p>The reference number for this role is<strong> CAFHE05792.</strong></p><p>To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and complete our application form. 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.</p><p><strong>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, HCPC registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.</strong></p><p>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. 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This is an exciting opportunity to gain a Chartered Town Planner Masters degree whilst working and gaining hands on experience in planning. The post is for three years and for the first two (starting in September 2025) you will attend Brighton University for one day a week to undertake the degree apprentice qualification. Details of the course can be found at:</p>\n<p>https://www.brighton.ac.uk/business-services/professional-development/apprenticeships/construction-and-the-environment/chartered-town-planning-masters-apprenticeship.aspx </p>\n<p>Following the successful completion of the two year course, you will then work for approximately one further year on a full time basis gaining experience towards the end point assessment which enables you to become a Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI).</p>\n<p>In the work place you will have your own workload and undertake a range of planning tasks including assisting with the processing and validation of planning applications, writing reports on different types of applications, and assisting more senior team members in preparing their reports.</p>\n<p>As you learn and develop your skills and knowledge you will be able to respond to enquiries from the public, carry out site visits and liaise with colleagues and external agencies. 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Senior Project Officer - Children, Young People & Learning

West Sussex County Council

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£38626 - £41511 per annum + Local Goverment Pension

Chichester, West Sussex (On-Site)

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