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You’ll be at the heart of a major retrofit programme, working alongside delivery partners, internal teams, and residents to coordinate the successful design, delivery, and compliance of complex energy efficiency projects.</p>\n<p>As our Warm Homes Project Supervisor, you will:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Oversee the end-to-end delivery of our retrofit programme, ensuring PAS 2035/2030 compliance and strong contractor performance.</li>\n<li>Monitor budgets, ensure grant conditions are met, and report progress to senior managers, DESNZ, and elected members.</li>\n<li>Act as the Council’s key liaison with delivery partners, ensuring effective communication, stakeholder engagement, and resident satisfaction.</li>\n<li>Support the integration of retrofit work into wider asset management and capital planning strategies.</li>\n<li>Champion innovation, sustainability, and resident wellbeing at every stage of delivery.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>You’ll need to bring strong project management and technical skills, alongside a collaborative mindset and a passion for improving homes and lives. Experience in housing retrofit, building compliance, stakeholder coordination, and managing external contractors will be essential.</p>\n<p><strong>In return, we offer:</strong></p>\n<ul>\n<li>A 3-year fixed term opportunity to lead a major investment project with significant social and environmental impact.</li>\n<li>A supportive team environment grounded in our One Arun values of trust, kindness, and collaboration.</li>\n<li>Flexible working patterns for the right candidate, helping you balance work and life effectively.</li>\n<li>Ongoing professional development and the chance to represent Arun in regional energy efficiency forums.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>If you’re ready to take the lead on one of our most ambitious housing programmes, and leave a lasting legacy in our district—we’d love to hear from you.</p>\n<p>Contract type: 3-year fixed term</p>\n<p>Closing date: 5 June 23:59pm</p>\n<p>For an informal chat about the role, please contact our HR team or Housing Service.</p>\n<p><strong>Apply now and help us create warmer homes, lower bills, and a greener future—property by property.</strong></p>\n<p>We're an equal opportunity employer. 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Working as part of the Arun Community Safety Team, the role will be all about getting to know the community, building trust and resilience and supporting those in need. This role will carry enforcement powers to actively work with the community and wider partners to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour. The role is active, providing patrol across the District and will be required to work shifts, with evenings and weekends as part of the rota.</p>\n<p>At Arun District Council, we are continuously working to improve wellbeing, housing, the environment and the economy within the district. We care about making a difference to those who live, work, and visit Arun, and you could be that difference.</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>For more information about the Community Protection Officer, 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'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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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. This post is subject to 3 years' worth of references and 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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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. 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The role will adapt and <br>develop across the three years so you will gain a good knowledge of the work of a planning department.</p>\n<p>You will need a higher Second Class degree in an appropriate subject, or an equivalent qualification to be eligible for this apprenticeship and you cannot already have a masters degree. You will need to be accepted on to the course and be ready to start in September 2025.</p>\n<p>The job is based at the Civic Centre in Littlehampton and this will be your contractual job location. However, it is likely there will be some working from home and so will need an appropriate space to work from.</p>\n<p>Whilst not essential a driving licence/access to a car will help you get the most out of the job as it involves attending site visits, generally starting in the second year.</p>\n<p>Please note in order to apply for this position you must submit your CV and include within it a 100 word document on what motivates you to apply for this position and why you think you would be a good fit for this role.</p>\n<p>Interviews, via MS Teams, will be on 24 July 2025 and the successful candidate will need to be accepted by the university ready to commence studies in September 2025.</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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We are a home for adults with learning disabilities and we prioritise helping everyone have as much independence as they are able and to feel connected to the community around them.</p><p>Our Support Workers provide tailored care to the people they care for and we actively take them out to a range of activities from swimming to trips to the pub, to holidays to Euro Disney. We develop the activities around the individuals and what they are passionate or interested in. This allows for unique and personal care plans and ensures that no day is the same for our Support Workers or those we care for.</p><p>Why not have a look at our dedicated <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/campaigns/careers-in-adults-residential-services-day-opportunities-and-shared-lives/\"><strong>Careers in adults' residential services, day opportunities and shared lives webpage</strong></a> to learn more about the difference you can make!</p><p><strong><span>Key Skills:</span></strong> (These will be used as the shortlisting criteria)</p><ul>\n<li>You are able to interpret information, such as service complaints, and redirect them to the appropriate person to provide quick and accurate resolution.</li>\n<li>Good communication and interpersonal skills</li>\n<li>You will show the ability to deal appropriately with expressive behaviour from the people we support and respond sensitively to their families and carers.</li>\n<li>Confident in building relationships with people from a wide variety of cultural, religious, and ethnic backgrounds.</li>\n<li>Enjoy working as part of a team completing shared tasks as required.</li>\n</ul><p><strong><span>Qualifications /experience</span></strong></p><ul>\n<li>Basic literacy and numeracy skills, in order to record and document activities in the provider support plans.</li>\n<li>Basic understanding of the needs of the people we support and their rights as an individual.</li>\n<li>Demonstrable successful experience of working as part of a team.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of Health and Safety practice, First Aid and Fire procedure, Manual Handling <strong>- Desirable</strong>\n</li>\n<li>NVQ 2/Diploma in Care or equivalent qualification <strong>- Desirable</strong>\n</li>\n<li>Previous experience of working in a care setting and with people who have a disability or are vulnerable - <strong>Desirable</strong>\n</li>\n<li>Previous experience of running group activities <strong>- Desirable</strong>\n</li>\n</ul><p>If you would like to join our dynamic team, take a look at the attached <a href=\"http://teamspace.westsussex.gov.uk/teams/hroc/Shared%20Documents/Role%20Profiles/Role%20Profiles%20R-Z/Support%20Worker%20Adults%20Res%20G5%20Job%20Description.pdf\"><strong>job description</strong></a> for more detail.</p><p><strong><span>Reward & Benefits</span></strong></p><p>We promote personal development within our team, and this will continue beyond the induction in the form of training opportunities and advising on promotion opportunities within the service to advance your career. We care hugely about wellbeing, allowing time for a good work/life balance, and developing our team to be the best they can be. Alongside this, we also offer the below benefits.</p><ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave + bank holidays with the ability to buy additional leave annually</li>\n<li>Maternity, paternity, dependency, and adoption leave.</li>\n<li>Training and development opportunities, including apprenticeships and personal development.</li>\n<li>Access to a generous, defined benefit pension scheme, 21.37% employer contribution</li>\n<li>Eligible to apply for a Blue light card</li>\n<li>As a support worker will be given online and face to face training throughout the year.</li>\n</ul><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/\"><strong>Rewards and Benefits</strong></a> page.</p><p><strong><span>How To apply</span></strong></p><p>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 refer to the key skills listed in the job description. 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 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. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.</p><p>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 <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\"><strong>application help</strong></a> page.</p><p>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!</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£25584 - £25992 per annum + plus enhancements","publishDate":"2025-05-20T11:47:15.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-03T11:47:15.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/61084af6-53c3-4d9f-94a9-1b67a9c1dae2.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2fb0c6e8-0abf-4d0e-81cf-bbd567078bf0","title":"Support Worker","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Bognor Regis","locationType":3,"description":"<p>Hammonds Residential Home are looking for a Support Worker to join our team on a part time basis.</p><p><strong><span>About the job</span></strong></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £13.26 - £13.47 per hour </p><p><strong>Enhancements:</strong> <strong><em>Weekend working</em></strong> - Time & a half, <strong><em>Bank Holidays</em></strong> - Double time & <strong><em>Night enhancement</em></strong> (8pm - 10pm shifts)</p><p><strong>Working Pattern</strong>: Part time 24 hours per week or 21 hours per week</p><p><strong>Contract Length:</strong> Permanent<br><strong>Location</strong>: Hammonds, Bognor Regis</p><p><span><strong>About You</strong></span></p><p>To become a Support Worker with us you will be:</p><ul>\n<li>Passionate about supporting people to be the best they can be.</li>\n<li>Empowering people to live the life they choose.</li>\n<li>Supporting people to take part in activities such as trips to the cinema, festivals and going on holidays!</li>\n<li>A good listener, patient, respectful, kind and treat all people with dignity.</li>\n<li>Ensure people have opportunity to be involved in every aspect of their care and support.</li>\n<li>Support people to maintain friendships/relationships important to them and to make new relationships.</li>\n</ul><p><strong><span>About Hammonds</span></strong></p><p>Here at Hammonds, we provide specialist care for up to 16 residents and up to 4 people in our respite home. We are a home for adults with learning disabilities and we prioritise helping everyone have as much independence as they are able and to feel connected to the community around them.</p><p>Our Support Workers provide tailored care to the people they care for and we actively take them out to a range of activities from swimming to trips to the pub, to holidays to Euro Disney. We develop the activities around the individuals and what they are passionate or interested in. This allows for unique and personal care plans and ensures that no day is the same for our Support Workers or those we care for.</p><p>Why not have a look at our dedicated <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/campaigns/careers-in-adults-residential-services-day-opportunities-and-shared-lives/\"><strong>Careers in adults' residential services, day opportunities and shared lives webpage</strong></a> to learn more about the difference you can make!</p><p><strong><span>Key Skills:</span></strong> (These will be used as the shortlisting criteria)</p><ul>\n<li>You are able to interpret information, such as service complaints, and redirect them to the appropriate person to provide quick and accurate resolution.</li>\n<li>Good communication and interpersonal skills</li>\n<li>You will show the ability to deal appropriately with expressive behaviour from the people we support and respond sensitively to their families and carers.</li>\n<li>Confident in building relationships with people from a wide variety of cultural, religious, and ethnic backgrounds.</li>\n<li>Enjoy working as part of a team completing shared tasks as required.</li>\n</ul><p><strong><span>Qualifications /experience</span></strong></p><ul>\n<li>Basic literacy and numeracy skills, in order to record and document activities in the provider support plans.</li>\n<li>Basic understanding of the needs of the people we support and their rights as an individual.</li>\n<li>Demonstrable successful experience of working as part of a team.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of Health and Safety practice, First Aid and Fire procedure, Manual Handling <strong>- Desirable</strong>\n</li>\n<li>NVQ 2/Diploma in Care or equivalent qualification <strong>- Desirable</strong>\n</li>\n<li>Previous experience of working in a care setting and with people who have a disability or are vulnerable - <strong>Desirable</strong>\n</li>\n<li>Previous experience of running group activities <strong>- Desirable</strong>\n</li>\n</ul><p>If you would like to join our dynamic team, take a look at the attached <a href=\"http://teamspace.westsussex.gov.uk/teams/hroc/Shared%20Documents/Role%20Profiles/Role%20Profiles%20R-Z/Support%20Worker%20Adults%20Res%20G5%20Job%20Description.pdf\"><strong>job description</strong></a> for more detail.</p><p><span><strong>Reward & Benefits</strong></span></p><p>We promote personal development within our team, and this will continue beyond the induction in the form of training opportunities and advising on promotion opportunities within the service to advance your career. We care hugely about wellbeing, allowing time for a good work/life balance, and developing our team to be the best they can be. Alongside this, we also offer the below benefits.</p><ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave + bank holidays with the ability to buy additional leave annually</li>\n<li>Maternity, paternity, dependency, and adoption leave.</li>\n<li>Training and development opportunities, including apprenticeships and personal development.</li>\n<li>Access to a generous, defined benefit pension scheme, 21.37% employer contribution</li>\n<li>Eligible to apply for a Blue light card</li>\n<li>As a support worker will be given online and face to face training throughout the year.</li>\n</ul><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/\"><strong>Rewards and Benefits</strong></a> page.</p><p><span><strong>How To apply</strong></span></p><p>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 refer to the key skills listed in the job description. 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 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. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.</p><p>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 <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\"><strong>application help</strong></a> page.</p><p>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!</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£13.26 - £13.47 per hour + plus enhancements","publishDate":"2025-05-20T10:47:24.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-03T10:47:24.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/e8f69e50-ba66-4b13-b788-99bc8c89ad39.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a416b1ac-39be-4380-9052-37f30be33f55","title":"GIS Officer","employer":"Arun District Council","department":"","location":"Arun Civic Centre, Littlehampton, West Sussex","locationType":2,"description":"<p>At Arun District Council, we are continuously working to improve wellbeing, housing, the environment and the economy within the district. We care about making a difference to those who live, work, and visit Arun, and you could be that difference.</p>\n<p><strong>Overall Job Purpose:</strong></p>\n<p>We want to recruit a GIS Officer to join our Technology & Digital Service. You will work with colleagues across the whole organisation and be involved in application systems and projects to help deliver on our ICT and Digital Strategies.</p>\n<p>We are looking for an enthusiastic professional to help us administer, develop and deliver our GIS software and data. The successful candidate will use their GIS and spatial database expertise to deliver geospatial data and services to internal and external customers.</p>\n<p>We have a corporate cloud-hosted GIS solution that has recently been updated to the latest version. This is an opportunity to increase your GIS, database and technical expertise.</p>\n<p>Our main GIS is Cadcorp, and you will need knowledge and experience of Cadcorp SIS, GeognoSIS and WebMap.</p>\n<p>In addition, knowledge and experience of FME, QGIS and LLPG gazetteer management are also required.</p>\n<p>Data is hosted in MS SQL Server Spatial databases, so having SQL skills would be desirable.</p>\n<p>If you enjoy working with a diverse range of user departments, suppliers and data, and have broad GIS knowledge and skills, then this is the job for you.</p>\n<p>For more information about joining the ICT 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>. If you need further support with the application process, please contact Askhr, regarding alternative ways to apply.</p>\n<p><strong>CLOSING DATE: 3 June 23:59pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>INTERVIEW DATE: 17 June (Provisional) </strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£33,366 - £35,235 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-19T13:56:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-03T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/65a13441-32ff-4905-aa4d-8fb230b00360.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9e7a90ba-b9c7-4968-8b99-c3035cf49c7b","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><strong>Salary</strong>: £28,624 to £31,067 per annum, pro rata £23,208 to £25,189 for 30 hours per week.</p><p><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> Part time (30 hours)<br><strong>Contract: </strong>Permanent<br><strong>Location:</strong> Based in the Horsham area</p><p>You must be able to travel throughout the county including to locations that are not always accessible by public transport.</p><p>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. </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. Relevant organisational knowledge of systems, procedures and policies associated with operating a client focused service.</p><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 must have access to your own vehicle. There is a regular and intrinsic requirement to communicate in English with members of the public.</p><p><strong>For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached.</strong></p><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> </p><p><strong>Further Information</strong></p><p>The reference number for this role is <strong>CAFHE05769</strong>.</p><p>For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Corina Gibson at <a href=\"mailto:\"><strong></strong></a> or for issues or queries regarding your application please contact <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. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a 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><strong> </strong>page.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£28624 - £31067 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-16T02:50:54.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-30T02:50:54.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/c8479c60-37aa-4a40-ad54-0f7a788ec31a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"c8938612-e09c-452d-bfb3-2ecfac40d32b","title":"Legal Assistant","employer":"Arun District Council","department":"","location":"Arun Civic Centre, Littlehampton, West Sussex","locationType":2,"description":"<p>At Arun District Council, we are continuously working to improve wellbeing, housing, the environment and the economy within the district. We care about making a difference to those who live, work, and visit Arun, and you could be that difference.</p>\n<p><strong>Overall Job Purpose:</strong></p>\n<p>A fantastic opportunity has arisen within our friendly legal team at Arun District Council for a well-organised individual with a genuine interest in law who is keen to support experienced solicitors across a varied workload on full time permanent basis.  This is a brilliant role for someone seeking their next challenge within a supportive and professional legal environment.</p>\n<p>For more information about joining the Legal 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>. If you need further support with the application process, please contact Askhr, regarding alternative ways to apply.</p>\n<p><strong>CLOSING DATE: 6 June 2025 23:59pm</strong></p>\n<p><strong>INTERVIEW DATE: TBC</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£30,559 - £32,654 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-15T15:16:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-05T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/229eec45-de95-45e1-a64f-9627e9e172f3.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b1cbc3ce-787c-4b68-bafb-020d91b32c15","title":"Educational Psychologist","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Chichester, Worthing, Horsham","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Soulbury Educational Psychologists Scale A 2-7 £45,586 to £55,974 per annum, plus up to 3 SPA points<br><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> 37 hours per week full-time, and part-time available, Monday to Friday<br><strong>Contract: </strong>Permanent <br><strong>Location:</strong> Your base location can be from County Hall Chichester, Bridge House Worthing, or County Hall North Horsham.</p><p><strong>Closing date: </strong>08 June 2025</p><p><strong>Interview date: </strong>Interviews are scheduled for 16 June 2025</p><p> </p><p>Are you currently training to be an Educational Psychologist?</p><p>Or do you already hold your Educational Psychology qualification and are looking for a new opportunity?</p><p>We would love to hear from you.</p><p>To respond to an increase in demand for Educational Psychologists within West Sussex, we are building our expanding Educational Psychology Service for our 2024 and 2026 cohorts. This includes broadening the range of work we undertake in this service.</p><p>If you are passionate about evidence-based outcomes, with a child/young person focus, and would love to help shape our service, this is a fantastic opportunity for you.</p><p>You would become part of our evolving Educational Psychology Service, focussing on early intervention whilst maintaining excellent standards of delivery on our statutory requirements.</p><p>We are looking for someone who enjoys working collaboratively with team members and stakeholders, to achieve outcomes for children and their families.</p><p>We welcome applications from:</p><ul>\n<li>Fully qualified and experienced Educational Psychologists</li>\n<li>Trainee Educational Psychologists towards the end of their second year</li>\n<li>Trainee Educational Psychologists in their final year of training and who are soon to be qualified.</li>\n</ul><p>Please note that Newly Qualified Educational Psychologists will start on Soulbury EP Scale A point 4 (£48,575 per annum).</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. There is a regular and intrinsic requirement to communicate in English with members of the public.</p><p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p>As an integral part of the SEND and Inclusion service, the Educational Psychology Service (EPS) supports the delivery of the Local Authority's wellbeing strategy and Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) strategy across educational settings, children, young people, and families throughout West Sussex. The EPS directly oversees the Portage Service and the Mental Health Support Teams in schools, with Education Psychologists playing an important role in both.</p><p>We have a growing chargeable service focussed on wellbeing which enables us to offer a range of evidence-based support to schools and other settings, including consultation and training. We have a well-developed Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) programme and lead on the county wide Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA) support. Additionally, EPs contribute to other services such as our Virtual School and a specialist CAMHS service.</p><p>For more information, please visit our dedicated <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/featured-jobs/careers-in-educational-psychology/\"><strong>Careers in educational psychology (westsussex.gov.uk)</strong></a></p><p><strong>The Team</strong></p><p>Our Educational Psychology Service consists of four area teams with offices based in Chichester, Worthing, and Horsham, each managed by a Senior Educational Psychologist. Our service offers a range of support to Schools and other settings, including mental health support, portage, consultation, and training.</p><p>Our senior management team place the development and wellbeing of our team at the centre of all we do. We ensure Educational Psychologists have opportunities to develop their areas of interest, leadership, and strategic skills. We offer induction support, regular supervision, and dedicated time for peer support.</p><p><strong>Experience and Skills</strong></p><p><strong>Key Skills:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Experience of applying psychology with children and young people.</li>\n<li>A strong work ethic that delivers.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to persuade and influence.</li>\n<li>Ability to self-reflect and evaluate performance.</li>\n<li>Excellent time management and personal organisational skills.</li>\n<li>Most importantly, passion, drive and enthusiasm to work within a strong team ethos that places wellbeing at the heart of your work.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Qualifications and/or experience:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>An Honours Degree in Psychology or recognised equivalent qualification.</li>\n<li>Substantial relevant experience working with children in education or children's services or both.</li>\n<li>Successfully followed a course of specific post graduate professional training as an educational psychologist.</li>\n<li>Recent successful training or experience as an educational psychologist.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of applying Psychology in practice.</li>\n</ul><p>For a full list of responsibilities, key skills, qualifications and experience required for this role, please refer to the job description. Please refer to the key skills in your cover letter.</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><ul>\n<li>Commitment to ongoing professional development supporting you to develop areas of interest.</li>\n<li>High quality supervision.</li>\n<li>31 days annual leave + bank holidays with the ability to buy additional leave annually.</li>\n</ul><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 <strong>CAFHE05392</strong></p><p>For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Andrea Morgan (Principal Educational Psychologist) at <a href=\"mailto:\"><strong></strong></a>.</p><p>For issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href=\"mailto:\"><strong></strong></a></p><p><strong>How to Apply</strong></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 HCPC registration, 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":"£45586 - £55974 per annum + LGPS, Flexible Working","publishDate":"2025-05-13T10:54:05.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-08T10:54:05.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/1e655ed8-f56e-48fd-b785-68ed7d85366f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b45e1bd7-69fc-4bba-987c-76c33500b26a","title":"Early Years and Childcare Advisor","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Chichester","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>NJC Grade 10 £38,626 to £41,511 per annum</p><p><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Fixed Term/Secondment until 31 July 2027</p><p><strong>Working Pattern: </strong>37 hours per week, full time</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>County Hall, Chichester</p><p><strong>Please note:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>You will need to be able to travel across the county to settings in both rural and urban areas. You will cover a geographical area but may need to travel countywide.</li>\n<li>Internal candidates wishing to apply for this role will be considered for a secondment position. Please discuss and agree this with your manager before applying.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Closing date: </strong>01 June 2025</p><p><strong>Interview date: </strong>11 June 2025</p><p> </p><p>Are you passionate about supporting young children to have the best start in life?</p><p>Do you have experience leading early years and childcare practice?</p><p>If you enjoy creative solutions and sharing your ideas, we would love to hear from you.</p><p>As an Early Years and Childcare Advisor for Quality and Sufficiency, you will support early years and childcare settings to deliver sustainable, high quality, inclusive practice. Your focus will be to support providers across West Sussex to sustainably meet the provision needs of children and their families. This is crucial to ensuring young children have the best start in life and identifying additional support through inclusive practice.</p><p>You will collaborate and work in partnership with colleagues and a range of organisations, such as early years settings, childminders and out of school provisions, to support every child to achieve their full potential.</p><p>This role is varied, and the Early Years team are supportive and passionate about ensuring children receive the best experience in early years and childcare, enabling families to have access to childcare for 0-14-year-olds (or up to 18 for children with a disability).</p><p>Key responsibilities of this role include:</p><ul>\n<li>Reviewing the sufficiency of childcare places and providing business support.</li>\n<li>Compliance of the Early Years entitlement and other funding streams.</li>\n<li>Supporting early years settings to identify children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).</li>\n<li>Developing effective professional relationships with providers and customers.</li>\n<li>Observing and modelling practice to staff in early years and childcare settings.</li>\n<li>Reviewing sufficiency of places across a geographical area.</li>\n<li>Keeping up to date with research, safeguarding, regulations, policies, practices, and procedures.</li>\n</ul><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.</p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>As an EYCA, you will need a high level of professional knowledge as well as significant experience of working within the early years and childcare sector.</p><p>We are looking for someone who has clear communication skills to offer advice and guidance, and who can adapt and re-prioritise work in response to changes. You will spend a significant amount of time working away from colleagues, so you will need to be organised and self-motivated.</p><p><strong>Qualifications and/or experience required: </strong></p><ul>\n<li>Degree level qualification in a relevant field.</li>\n<li>Qualified Teacher Status with Early Years Specialism, Early Years Professional Status, Early Years Teacher Status or Level 6 Play Work qualification.</li>\n<li>Significant experience working in the early years and childcare sector.</li>\n<li>Experience of leading change by applying specialist knowledge and providing advice, guidance, and challenge to other professionals.</li>\n<li>Experience of leading early years and childcare practice.</li>\n<li>Evidence of working alongside a range of professionals, working collaboratively to achieve a common goal.</li>\n<li>Evidence of the use of data, to identify and prioritise developments and projects to improve outcome for children. For example, assessment data.</li>\n<li>Experience of working with childminders and the out of school sector.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p>Early Years and Childcare Advisors (EYCAs) work within the Children, Young People and Learning directorate, which groups all services including Early Help, Children's Social Care and Education and Skills, that work together to put children first and improve outcomes for children and families across West Sussex. </p><p>Our Vision is: \"From birth every child is nurtured, supported, and given the opportunity to develop well and achieve their full potential in inclusive, safe, inspiring environments. The voice and needs of children and their families is sought and acted upon with holistic needs being identified early and effectively met, enabling children and families to be healthy and thrive.\"</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 CAFHE05755.</p><p>For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Nina Lambkin, Early Years and Childcare Advisor, at </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":"£38626 - £41511 per annum + LGPS, Flexible Working","publishDate":"2025-05-13T10:44:28.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-31T10:44:28.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/333b487f-836f-4b77-8893-8930291dc70f.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"1943a287-9e5b-406b-8735-cdabf8d9b95b","title":"Early Years Team Manager","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Chichester, Horsham, Worthing","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>NJC Grade 12 £46,731 to £49,764 per annum</p><p><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Fixed Term/Secondment mat cover, until 26 August 2026</p><p><strong>Working Pattern: </strong>37 hours per week, full time</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>County Hall Chichester, County Hall North Horsham, or Bridge House Worthing</p><p>Please note:</p><ul>\n<li>You'll need to be able to travel independently to various locations around the county, some in remote locations, which may not be easily accessible by public transport, and on occasion work beyond normal hours to meet the needs of the service.</li>\n<li>There is a regular and intrinsic requirement to communicate in English with members of the public.</li>\n<li>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.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Closing date: </strong>01 June 2025</p><p><strong>Interview date: </strong>Tuesday 10 June (am) and Thursday 12 June (pm).</p><p> </p><p>Do you thrive on leading others and working in partnership with a range of customers?</p><p>Are you passionate about supporting the best outcomes for children and their families?</p><p>West Sussex County Council (WSCC) is committed to working with our partners to ensure that services are fully coordinated, providing seamless pathways for children and families so that they have access to high quality universal services, as well as additional support where required.</p><p>Our Right From The Start Early Years and Childcare strategy shows an ambition to create a system-wide approach to early years and childcare, supporting families from birth and beyond, which puts children first, as part of the overall children first vision.</p><p>As a Team Manager for Early Years Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Inclusion, you will play a vital role in this work, facilitating the early identification of additional needs so that children and their families benefit from an inclusive, tailored support service with timely intervention. This involves implementing projects and initiatives to improve outcomes for pupils with SEND, offering family support, and ensuring inclusive practice in childcare and education.</p><p>You will manage and supervise a team of Early Years and Childcare Advisors (EYCAs), offering support and training to improve the quality of care and education to the highest standard.</p><p>This is a collaborative role where you will work closely in partnership with Early Years and Childcare Providers, Schools, Parent and Carers, EYCAs, and Local Authority teams such as Portage, SENAT (Special Educational Needs Assessment Team), Senior Advisors, Advisory Teams, and Educational Psychology Services to drive forward the SEND and Inclusion agenda, ensuring early years is a key priority.</p><p>Key responsibilities of the role include:</p><ul>\n<li>Confidentiality, security, and maintenance of information.</li>\n<li>Safeguarding and raising issues of concern to protect children.</li>\n<li>Managing and chairing medium to long term projects, with responsibility for budgets up to £100,000.</li>\n<li>Challenging existing practice and creating solutions, balancing risk, and managing resources.</li>\n<li>Following, and where required, proposing new policies.</li>\n<li>Integrated working to promote positive relationships and processes with all partners, removing 'barriers' with external providers which could impact the current or future service provided to families and children.</li>\n</ul><p>For full information on the Key Skills, Qualifications and/or Experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached. Please refer to the key skills in the job description in your cover letter, as these will be used for shortlisting.</p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>We are looking for someone who has significant experience of leading within the early years and childcare sector, who can respond appropriately to challenging and sensitive situations.</p><p>You will be able to demonstrate a broad and deep knowledge of child development from birth to age 5 and a secure understanding of developments in SEND and inclusion. You will have the ability to anticipate problems, plan solutions and make sound pragmatic problem-solving decisions, using sound IT skills to analyse data, produce reports and monitor impact.</p><p>If you have the skills to persuade and challenge clients, partners, and colleagues to undertake the best and most appropriate courses of action through in-depth specialist advice, we would love to hear from you.</p><p><strong>Qualifications and/or experience required: </strong></p><ul>\n<li>Degree level qualification in a relevant field.</li>\n<li>Qualified Teacher Status with Early Years Specialism or Early Years Teacher status.</li>\n<li>SENCO qualification or equivalent.</li>\n<li>Demonstrable recent experience of leading early years practice in either maintained or non-maintained early years provision, or within a local authority.</li>\n<li>Secure knowledge and evidence of implementing the Early Years Framework and related pedagogical issues.</li>\n<li>Secure knowledge and evidence of implementing the SEND Code of Practice.</li>\n<li>Understanding and experience of using effective strategies to support children with SEND.</li>\n<li>Ability to engage providers positively with improvement strategies to raise the engagement and achievement of children with SEND and other vulnerabilities.</li>\n<li>Understanding of how children learn in and through a broad curriculum in the early years and beyond.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of the characteristics of effective settings and schools and the Ofsted Framework.</li>\n<li>Demonstrable experience of applying management and consultancy techniques, models and systems to a wide range of situations.</li>\n</ul><p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p>Our Standards and Effectiveness Service is the key service driving a cultural change towards a school- and sector-led improvement programme that provides a sustainable capacity within the sector for continuous improvement.</p><p>Early Years work is a key stage in the child's journey through education and the Early Years team provides crucial support in ensuring that all settings carry out their statutory duties and fundamentals of childhood learning and improvement.</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 <strong>CAFHE05714.</strong></p><p>For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Katie Crompton (Early Years Strategic Lead) at </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":"£46731 - £49764 per annum + LGPS, Flexible Working","publishDate":"2025-05-13T10:17:46.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-31T10:17:46.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/307c975f-b6ef-4fb4-ab30-2fa7ed3454c8.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"d90502e2-56b7-4274-916f-3430fc56db61","title":"Portage Home Visitor","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Chichester","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> NJC Grade 6 £26,409 to £27,711 per annum, pro rata for part time and Term Time Only £13,528 to £14,195<strong> </strong>per annum<br><strong>Working Pattern:</strong> Part-time, 22 hours per week<br><strong>Contract: </strong> Permanent, Term Time Only 39 weeks<br><strong>Location:</strong> County Hall, Chichester</p><p><strong>Please note:</strong></p><ul>\n<li>You must be able to travel throughout the county including to locations that are not always accessible by public transport.</li>\n<li>You will be required to undertake home visits in other geographical areas as service need requires.<strong><br></strong>\n</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Closing Date:</strong> 25 May 2025</p><p><strong>Interview Date: </strong>TBC</p><p>Portage is an educational home visiting service for pre-school children with significant support needs. This is an exciting opportunity to join our supportive team of home visitors.</p><p>As a Portage Home Visitor, you will provide a home teaching service to pre-school children with additional needs and support to their families.</p><p>In this role you will work in partnership with families, stakeholder agencies and colleagues in a collaborative joined-up approach. This role includes report-writing, setting accurate targets, and you will be expected to lift and carry toys and equipment when you visit families.</p><p>If you have experience or an understanding of the Portage Approach this would be beneficial in this role; however, formal Portage training will be provided. All work will be carried out under the supervision of a teacher (Portage Coordinator) and Educational Psychologist.</p><p>We are looking for someone who has practical experience of working with very young children, alongside knowledge of effective strategies used for working with children with additional support needs. Experience of working in Early Years or with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) is desirable but not essential.</p><p><strong>About Us</strong></p><p>The Portage Service aims to promote the development and learning of children in early years who have additional needs.</p><p>The role of Home Visitor Portage works in full partnership with parents, supporting the child and family's participation and inclusion in the community.</p><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs, and who values the importance of early intervention and inclusion.</p><p>You will need to carry out visits to family homes, carrying resources to their homes and interact with children playing on the floor.</p><p>You will need emotional resilience in this role and be able to deal with highly sensitive situations.</p><p>If you have experience of working with children in pre-school and/or early years, with a range of special educational needs, we would love to hear from you.</p><p>For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached.</p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></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<strong> CAFHE05713</strong>.</p><p>For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Emma Cox, Portage Coordinator, at .</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":"£13528 - £14195 per annum + LGPS, Flexible Working","publishDate":"2025-05-13T10:02:39.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-27T10:02:39.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/b1077fc3-7a6f-4256-8243-f4a3dd7b9842.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"750edff1-2e70-44e2-89fc-119ab2079c98","title":"Flood Risk and Drainage Engineer","employer":"Arun District Council","department":"","location":"Arun Civic Centre, Littlehampton, West Sussex","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Are you ready to make a real impact on communities and the environment?  We’re looking for a proactive and skilled <strong>Flood Risk and Drainage Engineer</strong> to help shape the future of sustainable drainage and flood prevention.</p>\n<p>In this dynamic role, you’ll:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Assess the design of surface water drainage systems, providing detailed feedback to assist our planning department</li>\n<li>Collaborate with government bodies, water companies, industry professionals and internal teams</li>\n<li>Conduct inspections, surveys, and feasibility studies</li>\n<li>Deliver capital and revenue projects</li>\n</ul>\n<p>Whether you're early in your career or bringing years of experience, we offer an opportunity to develop your skills, join a supportive team environment, and the chance to shape development to protect people and places.</p>\n<p><strong>What you’ll need:</strong><br>A background in civil or environmental engineering, strong communication and IT skills, and a passion for sustainable infrastructure.</p>\n<p>A full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.</p>\n<p>Ready to engineer a safer, more resilient future?</p>\n<p><strong>Apply now and be part of something bigger.</strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£28,163 - £37,938 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-12T15:13:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-09T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/794a518e-99cf-43b3-a643-0ff64e3a4a64.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9de003af-510f-4af4-8e63-c92ec61dc194","title":"** External role with Bognor Regis Town Council - Town Clerk/Responsible Financial Officer **","employer":"Arun District Council","department":"","location":"West Sussex","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Bognor Regis Town Council is a progressive council seeking to appoint an ambitious, creative, highly motivated and enthusiastic person to take on the role of Town Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer. </p>\n<p>The Council is offering an excellent benefits package including an extremely competitive salary for the right person and local government pension scheme. </p>\n<p>The successful candidate will hold, the Certificate in Local Council Administration (CiLCA) and must be able to demonstrate a dynamic skill set, with the capacity to think and act strategically, experience of administrative management in a complex environment, and the ability to understand local government law and procedure. As well as being responsible for ensuring the Council achieve its statutory obligations and community objectives, core duties will include: - being the principal advisor to the <br>Council through attending Council, Committee and Sub-Committee meetings as required; carrying out all the functions of a Council’s Proper Officer, and in particular to serve or issue all the notifications required by law; overseeing the finance management and compliance of the Council, ensuring that the Council’s finances are managed in accordance with relevant regulations, policies and best practice.<br>The Council’s assets include the Picturedrome cinema in Bognor Regis which has undergone significant enlargement and improvement over recent years and is subject to a long-term lease. The asset is owned by the Town Council through The Bognor Pier Company Ltd. of which the Town Clerk is a Director.</p>\n<p>The position is full time (37 hours per week) and is based on NJC pay scales for SCP 53 to 58 (£68,000 to £78,315)* depending on qualifications and experience, plus contributory membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. Time off in lieu will be given for evenings and weekends worked, when required.</p>\n<p>For further details, including how to apply, visit www.bognorregis.gov.uk or e-mail: clerk@bognorregis.gov.uk or telephone 01243 867744.  Closing date 5pm on Tuesday 27th May 2025.<br>*Pay award pending from April 2025</p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£68,000 - £78,315 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-09T13:15:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-27T16:00:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/273f601e-6d7c-43e4-9645-aed5322dbe0a.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"24ab07e2-df56-4753-9d7a-4ce0b74d3c98","title":"Residential Social Services Officer","employer":"Portsmouth City Council","department":"","location":"Beechside, 235 Havant road, Drayton, PO6 1DA","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>The Service</strong></p><p>Beechside Short Break Service provides care and short break accommodation for up to six young people aged between 5 - 18 years.The service is tailored to meet individual children's needs that have a learning or a physical disability, often alongside communication needs.The aim of our service is to support children, providing them with a home away from home where they can develop confidence and flourish.</p><p></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>The key part of the role is working directly with children and young people.The role requires a child centred approach and ability to build warm, strong and positive relationships with our children and young people.You will be responsible for the day-to-day care of up to six children with a range of complex needs.</p><p>You will be expected to apply relevant legislation, policies and procedures and guidance relating to residential childcare. You will be expected to work alongside other professionals such as social workers, schools and therapists to provide a consistent team approach to manage care & risk and attend meetings with young people or represent the team at meetings.</p><p>You will work alongside children by helping them to achieve their specific individual needs and improving their future outcomes. You will be required to input information into the client database and carry out other related administrative tasks.Within the role you will also be required to attend meetings with young people or represent the team as appropriate.</p><p>You will work a rolling shift pattern, whereby you will work a variety of shifts which include earlies, lates, weekends and sleep in duties.</p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong>The ideal candidate</strong></p><p><strong><em>You will need to have/be</em></strong></p><p><br></p><ul>\n<li>A QCF Level 3 Diploma in residential childcare or equivalent qualification. If you don’t have this qualification, then you will be required to work towards within 2 years of employment.</li>\n<li>Willing to use your initiative and make decisions around the needs of children on a day-to-day basis. Be flexible in being able to adapt to changing workloads of the team. Be able to work alone and as part of a team</li>\n<li>The ability to form warm and positive relationships with children to support their development and positive experiences. The ability to actively support children and encourage children to grow and flourish to their full potential. Have an awareness of the needs of children with learning and physical disabilities.</li>\n<li>Follow individual positive behaviour support plans including physical handling strategies such as Team Teach. Report and respond to any child protection concern in line with departmental procedures.</li>\n<li>Respond to and action any health needs of the children we care for.</li>\n<li>Safely handle, store and administrate medication including emergency medication.</li>\n<li>Provide and support children with personal care tasks following the child's individual care plans.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication skills, as you will be required to liaise with other agencies, parents, colleagues, and children. Be able to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English. This is essential for the post. </li>\n</ul><p><em><strong>Please see the Job profile for the full details and expectations of this role</strong></em><strong></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:</strong></p><p>Sam Stokes, Registered Manager, <a href=\"mailto:sam.stokes@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">sam.stokes@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>, 023 92 688 039</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Application process</strong></p><p>We anonymise applications during application & shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.</p><p>As part of your application we ask that you complete a personal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.</p><p>We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/\">Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</a></p><p>Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early if we have a successful applicant.</p><p>We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/our-values-and-behaviours/\">Learn more about our values and behaviours</a>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Portsmouth City Council</strong></p><p><strong>What we can offer you:</strong></p><p>Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.</p><p>Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/\">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a></p><p><br></p><p>Portsmouth City Council iscommittedto safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers tosharethiscommitment.</p><p>DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.</p><p>Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures.</p><p><br></p><p>Should you require anysupportin completing the application form please contact <a href=\"mailto:recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\">recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</a>. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800</p><p><br></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£25,652 - £27,363 per annum, pro rata, plus 17% shift allowance to include shift and weekend working. 24 Hours per week - worked on a Rota","publishDate":"2025-05-09T13:07:44.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-08T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/7635f694-8498-4591-a699-11a8c95ff72e.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"f8feb29b-eb41-4f3d-9ad0-07c47762da86","title":"Senior Residential Social Services Officer","employer":"Portsmouth City Council","department":"","location":"Beechside, 235 Havant road, Drayton, PO6 1DA","locationType":3,"description":"<p>The Service</p><p>Beechside Short Break Service provides care and short break accommodation for up to six young people aged between 5 - 18 years. The service is tailored to meet individual children's needs that have a learning or a physical disability, often alongside communication needs. The aim of our service is to support children, providing them with a home away from home where they can develop confidence and flourish.</p><p>The Role</p><p>If you have experience as a Residential Social Services Officer (or similar role) and are looking to gain your first experience in a management/supervising position, this could be the opportunity you are looking for. You will be given training and support as you develop your skills in leading and supervising a team. You will supervise staff, monitor risk assessments and monthly summaries, undertake medication audits and write policies and procedures.</p><p>The key part of the role is working directly with children and young people. The role requires a child centred approach and ability to build warm, strong and positive relationships with our children and young people. You will be responsible for the day-to-day care of up to six children with a range of complex needs. You will work alongside children by helping them to achieve their specific individual needs and improving their future outcomes. You will apply relevant legislation, policies, procedures and guidance relating to residential child care. </p><p>What our team say:</p><p><em>\"Working with children with additional needs can be incredibly rewarding. I can positively impact a child's life by helping them overcome challenges and reach their full potential… The Beechside team listen to one another and express ideas openly. There's transparency in expectations, feedback, and problem solving. Everyone values each other's strengths and contributions. Team members feel comfortable sharing ideas and concerns without fear or judgement.\" Ellie, Deputy Manager.</em><em> </em></p><p><em>\"I enjoy working at Beechside, what I like is being with children and helping them make good memories, supporting them having fun and giving them the chance to have sleep overs with their friends. We have good training here on all aspects, this is provided by PCC. I enjoy working with all the children to help them have a nice time at Beechside.\" Julie, Senior Residential Social Services Officer.</em></p><p><em>\"Working with children is more than just a job, it's our chance to make a real difference in their lives. It gives us the satisfaction of being involved in a child's intellectual, social and emotional development. Promoting the independence and listening to the children voice is our team focus while they attend Beechside. We all work hard to meet the relevant standards of practice according to their individual Care plans.\" Camelia, Senior Residential Social Services Officer.</em></p><p>The ideal candidate</p><p>You will need to have/be </p><ul>\n<li>A QCF Level 3 Diploma in residential childcare or equivalent qualification.</li>\n<li>Professional experience of working in a residential children's setting.</li>\n<li>Awareness of the needs of children with learning and physical disabilities.</li>\n<li>Sound experience of key working.</li>\n<li>The ability to work under pressure and make decisions to safeguard children, the service and staff.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of how to safeguard and support children in a short breaks service.</li>\n<li>The ability to form warm and positive relationships with children to support their development and positive experiences.</li>\n<li>The ability to actively support children and encourage children to grow and flourish to their full potential.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication skills, as you will be required to liaise with other agencies, parents, colleagues, and children.</li>\n</ul><p><em>Please see the Job profile for the full details of this role</em></p><p>Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:</p><p>Sam Stokes, Registered Manager,<a href=\"mailto:sam.stokes@portsmouthcc.gov.uk\"><span>sam.stokes@portsmouthcc.gov.uk</span></a>, 023 92 688 039</p><p>Interview date:Interviews will be held 16th, 17th and 18th June.</p><p>Application process</p><p>We anonymise applications during application & shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered.</p><p>As part of your application we ask that you complete apersonal statement, this statement is crucial and is where you must demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the job against each of the points described in <span>the </span>'Who is the Person'points on the Job Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills.This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience.</p><p>We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found at<a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-with-us/equity-diversity-and-inclusion/\"><span>Equality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal</span></a></p><p>Please note we reserve the right to close the advert early if we have a successful applicant.</p><p>We are committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity and being people-focussed. These values set out how we can contribute to the success of the council and our own success as individuals. <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/our-values-and-behaviours/\"><span>Learn more about our values and behaviours</span></a>.</p><p>Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation,committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.</p><p>Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: <a href=\"https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/\">Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council</a></p><p>Portsmouth City Council iscommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.</p><p>DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.</p><p>Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Band 6 - £27,363 to £31,067 plus 17% shift allowance","publishDate":"2025-05-01T15:37:30.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-31T23:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/734755f5-e8ef-4e06-8597-49ed9e9e649d.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"009fab3e-5382-46bc-a1b7-93cb1595bc9f","title":"Family Hub Team Manager","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>West Sussex County Council is a diverse organisation that provides services to more than 850,000 residents' every day. Through our Early Help Service, we will work with children, families, and young people to help ensure that every person is supported to achieve his or her potential. The foundations for mental health, emotional control, doing well in education and parenting ability are all set in place in the early years; the home surroundings, family life and parenting are all important factors in determining positive outcomes for children as they grow and develop.</p><p>For more information about us and about working in Early Help at West Sussex, please visit our website: <a href=\"http://www.westsussex.gov.uk/CSCR\"><strong>www.westsussex.gov.uk/CSCR</strong></a>.</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> £46,731 to £49,764 per annum<br><strong>Working Pattern</strong>: Full Time (37 hours)<br><strong>Contract Length:</strong> Permanent <br><strong>Location:</strong> Shoreham & Horsham area</p><p><strong>Interview Date: 5th June 2025</strong></p><p>The Family Hubs and Start for Life programme helps meet commitments in 'The best start for life: a vision for the 1,001 critical days', published as government policy in March 2021. The programme's objective is to join up and enhance services delivered through transformed family hubs in local authority areas, ensuring all parents and carers can access the support they need when they need it. A Family Hub supports families from conception, through the child's early years and up to the age of 19 (or 25 for young people with special educational needs and disabilities). Family Hubs can support all families, but it is particularly important that they are designed to be accessible to families experiencing social or economic disadvantage or those from minoritised groups who experience exclusion.</p><p>As a Family Hub Team Manager, you will be expected to lead, supervise and provide oversight of a team that provides universal services to all children and families across West Sussex. You will be committed to raising standards in practice that will directly lead to better outcomes for children, young people and their families. You will be the site responsible person for a number of family hubs, ensuring compliance with all aspects of health & safety and reporting and following up on building faults (in order to maintain service delivery). Managing the operation of the Family Hubs on a day-to-day basis, ensuring the hubs are welcoming and friendly places, working closely with colleagues to secure the best possible outcomes for children.</p><p>You will play a key role in the Early Help leadership team in bringing your knowledge and expertise into the development of services. You will be responsible for ensuring policies and practice are adhered to through a number of quality assurance processes. You will work alongside peers across the directorate to work collaboratively to ensure the needs of children are met.</p><p><strong>Experience and Skills</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Ability to anticipate problems, plan solutions and make sound pragmatic problem-solving decisions which will have a wider service impact, particularly in relation to providing a varied service, resource issues, partnership building (internally or externally) and the day-to-day management and direction of the team.</li>\n<li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence the actions of others and communicate information which may be complex and contentious.</li>\n<li>Effective people and performance management skills and the ability to provide direction and motivate and inspire the team to deliver quality professional practice.</li>\n<li>Analytically minded with the ability to judge, analyse and interpret varied and highly complex situations to produce strategies over the long term e.g. interpret and solve issues by coordinating with multiple agencies across the county, such as schools, CAMHS, Adult Services, Social Care, Police, etc.</li>\n</ul><p><strong> </strong></p><ul>\n<li>Post graduate professional qualification relevant either to management or to a professional service specialism (e.g. Social Work, Health, Early Education and Childcare, Community Development, Family Support); or equivalent level of significant experience demonstrating comprehensive application of the above levels of knowledge in a relevant setting.</li>\n<li>Relevant chartered status of a professional body or equivalent high-level experience of involved practices.</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>For the full list of key skills and qualifications, please refer to the Job Description.</strong></p><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=\"\" width=\"1198\" height=\"456\"></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>CAFHE05732</strong>.</p><p>For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Emma Parker at <a href=\"mailto:\"><strong></strong></a> or 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. 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Warm Homes Supervisor

Arun District Council

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£48,710 - £50,788 per annum

Arun Civic Centre, Littlehampton, West Sussex (Hybrid)

Posted 1 day ago

Community Protection Officer

Arun District Council

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£33,366 - £35,235 per annum

Arun Civic Centre, Littlehampton, West Sussex, West Sussex (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Disrepair Surveyor

Arun District Council

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£45,718 - £47,754 per annum

Arun Civic Centre, Littlehampton, West Sussex (Hybrid)

Posted 2 days ago

Practice Support Manager

West Sussex County Council

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£38626 - £41511 per annum

Chichester, West sussex (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Planner Degree Apprentice

Arun District Council

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£25,584 per annum

Arun Civic Centre, Littlehampton, West Sussex (Hybrid)

Posted 4 days ago

Support Worker

West Sussex County Council

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£25584 - £25992 per annum + plus enhancements

Bognor Regis (On-Site)

Posted 4 days ago

Support Worker

West Sussex County Council

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£13.26 - £13.47 per hour + plus enhancements

Bognor Regis (On-Site)

Posted 4 days ago

GIS Officer

Arun District Council

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£33,366 - £35,235 per annum

Arun Civic Centre, Littlehampton, West Sussex (Hybrid)

Posted 5 days ago

Closing in 6 days

Family Support Worker - Dedicated Schools Team

West Sussex County Council

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£28624 - £31067 per annum

West Sussex, Hampshire, Based in Horsham or Chichester, but working countywide , Based in Crawley, Based in Chichester (On-Site)

Posted 8 days ago

Legal Assistant

Arun District Council

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£30,559 - £32,654 per annum

Arun Civic Centre, Littlehampton, West Sussex (Hybrid)

Posted 9 days ago

Educational Psychologist

West Sussex County Council

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£45586 - £55974 per annum + LGPS, Flexible Working

Chichester, Worthing, Horsham (On-Site)

Posted 11 days ago

Early Years and Childcare Advisor

West Sussex County Council

West Sussex County Council logo

£38626 - £41511 per annum + LGPS, Flexible Working

Chichester (On-Site)

Posted 11 days ago

Early Years Team Manager

West Sussex County Council

West Sussex County Council logo

£46731 - £49764 per annum + LGPS, Flexible Working

Chichester, Horsham, Worthing (On-Site)

Posted 11 days ago

Closing in 3 days

Portage Home Visitor

West Sussex County Council

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£13528 - £14195 per annum + LGPS, Flexible Working

Chichester (On-Site)

Posted 11 days ago

Flood Risk and Drainage Engineer

Arun District Council

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£28,163 - £37,938 per annum

Arun Civic Centre, Littlehampton, West Sussex (Hybrid)

Posted 12 days ago

Closing in 3 days

** External role with Bognor Regis Town Council - Town Clerk/Responsible Financial Officer **

Arun District Council

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£68,000 - £78,315 per annum

West Sussex (Hybrid)

Posted 15 days ago

Residential Social Services Officer

Portsmouth City Council

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£25,652 - £27,363 per annum, pro rata, plus 17% shift allowance to include shift and weekend working. 24 Hours per week - worked on a Rota

Beechside, 235 Havant road, Drayton, PO6 1DA (On-Site)

Posted 15 days ago

Senior Residential Social Services Officer

Portsmouth City Council

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Band 6 - £27,363 to £31,067 plus 17% shift allowance

Beechside, 235 Havant road, Drayton, PO6 1DA (On-Site)

Posted 23 days ago

Closing in 1 day

Family Hub Team Manager

West Sussex County Council

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£46731 - £49764 per annum

West Sussex, Hampshire, Based in Horsham or Chichester, but working countywide , Based in Crawley, Based in Chichester (On-Site)

Posted 23 days ago

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