Pupil Support Assistant (Peripatetic) - Holy Family Primary - EAD09881
East Dunbartonshire Council - Kirkintilloch
£25,767.59 to £28,012.22 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Summary Salary will be pro-rated for part-time and term-time hours. This position is temporary You will provide support to children and young people with additional support needs within Holy Family Primary school. You will be responsible for the personal care needs of pupils and under the direction of the class/subject teacher, you will help pupils with specific learning activities and to follow instructions and organise their work. When required you will provide supervision for pupils outwith the classroom for eg in the playground, corridors, dining area, during PE and organised school trips. You will have a pleasant tolerant manner and a proven capacity to establish positive relationships with children and young people. Experience of working with children and young people with additional support needs and an interest in their development is essential. A relevant qualification in childcare is desirable. PVG/Disclosure Scotland The following criteria applies to all roles within East Dunbartonshire Council where PVG/Disclosure checks are essential criteria. Where the post you are applying for is considered a Regulated Role under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020, successful candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check, prior to confirmation of employment being made by East Dunbartonshire Council. Please note, successful candidates will be expected to meet the cost of the relevant check which will be deducted from the successful candidate’s first salary payment. Successful candidates who withdraw their application after the check process has started will be invoiced for the cost of the check. In specific circumstances the payment could be deducted in instalments from an employee’s wages following commencement of employment. Approval in such circumstances will be made by the HR &OD Manager. Should an employee leave in advance of the payment being deducted, the full amount will be deducted from the employee’s final salary. The criteria outlined above will apply to existing employees of East Dunbartonshire Council who apply for roles for which a PVG/Disclosure check is required. Charter of Commitment The commitment by East Dunbartonshire Council to job applicants is as follows: • Individuals will be treated in a polite, friendly and welcoming manner. • Equalities monitoring will be conducted to ensure a fair and equitable process with screening being carried out to anonymise sensitive information such as age, gender and disability. • The information that we receive will be treated in confidence and with discretion. Only the relevant HR representative/team and the relevant service will see the application form. • We will encourage and welcome applications from applicants under the disability symbol. Where the essential criteria are met an interview will be offered to those applying under the disability symbol. • We will be pleased to make any reasonable adjustments to ensure accessibility at the interview. • We will advise you within reasonable time after the closing date if you have not met the interview criteria. (Normally within 4 weeks) • We will advise you of meeting the criteria for interview normally within 3 weeks. • We will advise you if you have been successful or unsuccessful at the interview stage as soon as practically possible. Websites www.eastdunbarton.gov.uk www.holyfamily.e-dunbarton.sch.uk
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Public Health Analyst for Tobacco Control and Smoking Cessation
West Sussex County Council - Chichester
£41,177 to £44,253 a year
PermanentFull time
Are you passionate about using data and research to make a difference? We are seeking a Public Health Analyst to deliver valuable insights, undertake research, and support evidence-based public health initiatives. The Public Health Directorate sets strategic priorities to reduce health inequalities, improve population health outcomes, and ensure readiness to respond to current and future public health challenges. Salary: £41,177 to £44,253 per annum Contract Type: Permanent Working Pattern: Full-time (37 hours per week) Location: County Hall, West Street, Chichester, PO19 1RQ Interview Date: week commencing Monday 19 October 2026 Regular attendance at your base location will also be necessary, and there will be opportunities for remote work. Final arrangements will be confirmed with the successful candidate. About the Job As a Public Health Analyst, you will play a crucial role in monitoring of smoking cessation performance, spend and outcomes across West Sussex, taking a lead on all aspects of smoking service data collection, extraction, analysis and reporting. No two days are the same within our Public Health Directorate. Working in a fast paced and evolving environment, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality analysis, research, and intelligence that helps shape services, inform decision-making, and improve health outcomes for local communities. Key responsibilities will include: Analysing local stop smoking service data to assess the reach, impact and effectiveness of smoking cessation interventions, creating and presenting reports and making recommendations for improvement. Monitoring and reporting service performance against targets and KPIs. Monitoring and reporting local smoking cessation and support grant spend against funding allocation, highlighting potential under- or over-spend risks. Merging data sets from a range of local stop smoking services into the national Stop Smoking Services Quarterly Return. Design methodologies and research, analyse and interpret varied and complex information (such as from performance indicators financial spreadsheets, surveys and focus groups) and produce strategies, solutions and/or proposals over the long term. Working in partnership with a range of services, partners and experts within WSCC and other organisations (including NHS organisations) to understand data and information to help decision making. Set out an analytical plan for the specific projects within Public Health, setting out milestones, deliverables and accountabilities, and detailing data governance requirements. Organise, plan and meet set targets for completion of work to high standards and make frequent decisions and exercise initiative as required to resolve issues and achieve the required results, referring serious problems to line manager. If you're highly organised, enjoy analysing data from multiple sources, and can build strong relationships with a wide range of partners, we would love to hear from you. Join us and use your skills to make a measurable impact on public health outcomes across our communities. Required Qualifications and Skills Degree, or equivalent qualification or experience, demonstrating that level of applied knowledge in researching, analysing and evaluating arguments and information. Relevant advanced theoretical or organisational knowledge of systems, procedures and policies, relating to research and data management techniques. Demonstrable practical experience in undertaking high level research which contributes to the development of strategic plans and policies. Experience of providing professional and accurate advice to a range of senior staff and partner organisations which impacts on the business. Experience of persuading others to implement research conclusions and proposals. Experience and confidence in dealing with people and the ability to establish credibility at all levels of the organisation. For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached. Rewards and Benefits 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. A laptop and mobile will be supplied if applicable to your role. You will benefit from 27 days annual leave, rising to 28 days after 5 years' service (pro rata for part time)/ plus the opportunity to buy additional leave and an excellent local government pension scheme A range of discounts give our staff access to hundreds of offers; groceries, travel, cinema tickets, days out, leisure activities, high street retailers and the opportunity to save over £1,000 a year through our West Sussex Choices benefits platform. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our Rewards and Benefits page. Further Information The reference number for this role is CAFHE06569. Click apply below, upload your CV and cover letter. Your cover letter should: Outline your motivations for applying. Explain the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the attached 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. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to right to work within the UK, satisfactory references, and a health check. Any candidates wishing to apply for this position, who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) for the post by assessing their circumstances against criteria specified on the gov.uk website . Equity, inclusion, accessibility and diversity is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all cultures, ethnicities, identities, backgrounds and lived experiences, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our application help page. RSi
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Casual Library Assistant
West Sussex County Council - Crawley, West Sussex
£14.88 to £15.11 an hour
TemporaryFull time
Are you a friendly and approachable individual who enjoys engaging with people from a range of diverse ages and backgrounds? West Sussex Libraries are looking for friendly, confident, and resourceful Casual Library Assistants to join our high-performing team. Our libraries are vibrant, inclusive spaces that serve a wide range of community needs. As a Casual Library Assistant, you will be at the centre of this service, providing excellent customer support, helping visitors access resources, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the library. Salary: £14.88 to £15.11 per hour (includes annual leave entitlement) and entitlement to claim for Crawley Weighting Allowance. Contract Type: Casual Working Pattern: Casual hours (up to 37 hours per week) Location: Crawley Library Southgate Avenue, Crawley RH10 6HG Interview Date: TBC At West Sussex County Council, we promote flexible working, and a casual contract is a perfect fit for that! What is a casual contract? A casual contract allows us, as the employer, to offer work as and when it becomes available. It does not always guarantee hours, so you are given the option to accept or deny assignments as determined by us. Casual employees whose principal place of work is within the boundaries of Crawley Borough Council can make a claim for this market supplement for each hour worked. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. We encourage you to submit your application at your earliest convenience. About the Job Crawley is a modern friendly library in a spacious building including a café, near the town centre. Also, home to the Business & Intellectual Property Centre and Employ Crawley for help with setting up your own business or looking for a job. Works in partnership with Crawley College and is the lending library for all their further and higher education courses. Step inside Crawley Library with our 360 degree tour. We are looking for friendly, enthusiastic, and resourceful individuals who have exceptional digital skills and a genuine passion to make a difference to the local community. It's not just about the books! We are looking for someone who understands the power of community and the importance of fostering a love for reading in people of all ages. Library Assistants welcome everyone with a positive attitude and a resilient approach to every request. Providing excellent customer service is central to our library service, creating dynamic and engaging environments. Flexibility, creativity, and initiative are essential qualities for success. Your responsibilities will include: Being the dedicated go-to person for customers at the library, passionately helping them with their questions and sincerely guiding them to other services. Supporting the delivery of a wide range of reading events, including Rhyme Times and author talks. Using a variety of IT systems and services confidently and effectively including entering basic data into the library system, such as registering new members. Responding to enquiries from customers and colleagues, both in person and over the phone. Helping with reading recommendations Maintaining, presenting, and processing book stock. The variety of our work means that no two days are the same. We get huge job satisfaction from helping everyone who comes through our doors, and you could too! Required Qualifications and Skills 4 GCSEs with 9-4 / A-C passes including Maths and English, or equivalent qualification/experience. Experience working collaboratively within a team to complete shared tasks. Digital skills to effectively assist customers, including navigating emails and accessing the library website, app, and eLibrary. Strong communication and customer service skills to engage effectively with the public. Good interpersonal skills with the confidence to engage effectively with children, families, and customers of all ages. Capable of consistently meeting deadlines and adapting to the varied demands of each day, ensuring smooth and effective service. Skilled in taking initiative and applying sound judgment, while unwaveringly adhering to library practices and procedures. For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached. Rewards and Benefits 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. We think libraries are great places to work, where you can make a difference to local communities every day. Find out more about the variety that comes with working in a library and hear first-hand from some of our library staff here: Library Jobs at West Sussex Libraries A range of discounts give our staff access to hundreds of offers; groceries, travel, cinema tickets, days out, leisure activities, high street retailers and the opportunity to save over £1,000 a year through our West Sussex Choices benefits platform. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our Rewards and Benefits page. Further Information The reference number for this role is CPP01429. Click apply below, upload your CV, and complete the application form, explaining how you meet the key skills in the attached job description and experience you can bring to the role. Please ensure 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. Struggling to apply? Book onto a Digital Support Session in a library near you to get help navigating our application form. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to right to work within the UK, , satisfactory references, and health check. Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our application help page. RSi
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Library Assistant
West Sussex County Council - Bognor Regis, West Sussex
£25,614 to £26,016 a year
PermanentFull time
Are you passionate about helping people and creating welcoming community spaces? West Sussex Libraries are looking for a friendly, confident, and resourceful Library Assistant to join our high-performing team. Our libraries are vibrant, inclusive spaces that serve a wide range of community needs. As a Library Assistant, you will be at the centre of this service, providing excellent customer support, helping visitors access resources, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the library. Salary: £25,614 to £26,016 per annum and entitlement to Saturday Enhancement for working 7 hours, 1 in 2 Saturdays. Contract Type: Permanent Working Pattern: Full-time (37 hours per week) Location: Bognor Regis Library , 69 London Road Bognor Regis PO21 1DE Interview Date: Thursday 1 October 2026 Shifts: Week 1 Monday 08:30am to 6:05pm Tuesday 08:30am to 5:05pm Wednesday 08:30am to 5:30pm Thursday 08:30am to 6:05pm Friday OFF Saturday 09:00am to 5:00pm Week 2 Monday 08:30am to 6:05pm Tuesday 08:30am to 5:05pm Wednesday 08:30am to 6:00pm Thursday 08:30am to 6:05pm Friday OFF Saturday OFF About the Job Bognor Regis is a busy, friendly library, near the train station and town centre. With a vibrant children's library, garden, study spaces, and bookable meeting rooms. Step inside Bognor Regis with our 360 degree tour. We are looking for friendly, enthusiastic, and resourceful individuals who have exceptional digital skills and a genuine passion to make a difference to the local community. It's not just about the books! We are looking for someone who understands the power of community and the importance of fostering a love for reading in people of all ages. Library Assistants welcome everyone with a positive attitude and a resilient approach to every request. Providing excellent customer service is central to our library service, creating dynamic and engaging environments. Flexibility, creativity, and initiative are essential qualities for success. Your responsibilities will include: Being the dedicated go-to person for customers at the library, passionately helping them with their questions and sincerely guiding them to other services. Supporting the delivery of a wide range of reading events, including Rhyme Times and author talks. Using a variety of IT systems and services confidently and effectively including entering basic data into the library system, such as registering new members. Responding to enquiries from customers and colleagues, both in person and over the phone. Helping with reading recommendations Creating new themes for book displays. Maintaining, presenting, and processing book stock. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead engaging Rhyme Time sessions lasting 30 minutes. We are looking for a confident individual who will play a vital role in inspiring a love of music and language in children through nursery rhymes, songs, action rhymes, musical instruments, and puppets. Watch this video to discover more about Rhyme Time: Libraries are for everyone: Rhyme Time The variety of our work means that no two days are the same. We get huge job satisfaction from helping everyone who comes through our doors, and you could too! Required Qualifications and Skills 4 GCSEs with 9-4 / A-C passes including Maths and English, or equivalent qualification/experience. Experience working collaboratively within a team to complete shared tasks. Digital skills to effectively assist customers, including navigating emails and accessing the library website, app, and eLibrary. Strong communication and customer service skills to engage effectively with the public. Good interpersonal skills with the confidence to engage effectively with children, families, and customers of all ages. Capable of consistently meeting deadlines and adapting to the varied demands of each day, ensuring smooth and effective service. Skilled in taking initiative and applying sound judgment, while unwaveringly adhering to library practices and procedures. For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached. Rewards and Benefits 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. You will benefit from 25 days annual leave, rising to 28 days after 5 years' service (pro rata for part time) plus the opportunity to buy additional leave and an excellent local government pension scheme. We think libraries are great places to work, where you can make a difference to local communities every day. Find out more about the variety that comes with working in a library and hear first-hand from some of our library staff here: Library Jobs at West Sussex Libraries A range of discounts give our staff access to hundreds of offers; groceries, travel, cinema tickets, days out, leisure activities, high street retailers and the opportunity to save over £1,000 a year through our West Sussex Choices benefits platform. Further Information The reference number for this role is CPP01431. Click apply below, upload your CV, and complete the application form, explaining how you meet the key skills in the attached job description and experience you can bring to the role. Please ensure 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. Struggling to apply? Book onto a Digital Support Session in a library near you to get help navigating our application form. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to right to work within the UK,satisfactory references, and health check. Equity, inclusion, accessibility and diversity is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all cultures, ethnicities, identities, backgrounds and lived experiences, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our application help page. RSi
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Head of Corporate Services
West Sussex County Council - Chichester, West Sussex
£77,791 to £82,992 a year
PermanentFull time
We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking HR professional to join West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service as our Head of Corporate Services. West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service are undertaking a significant phase of transformation through local government reorganisation and devolution, positioning ourselves to operate as an independent fire authority. This transition presents a strategic opportunity to strengthen our organisational capability, enhance resilience, and ensure we are equipped to meet the evolving risks and expectations of our communities. Salary: £77,791 to £82,992 per annum Contract Type: Permanent Working Pattern: Full-time (37 hours per week) Location: Chichester Fire Station, Northgate, Chichester PO19 1BD Interview Date: Monday 19 October and Tuesday 20 October at Horsham Fire Station, Platinum House, Macfarlane Way, Horsham, RH12 1EP. This role requires the successful candidate to travel independently to various venues and council locations across and outside of the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Pool cars and pool bikes available. Regular attendance at your base location will also be necessary, and there will be opportunities for remote work. Final arrangements will be confirmed with the successful candidate. About the Job This pivotal senior leadership role will ensure that HR and Business Partnering Service strategies and programmes of work, align with the priorities and ambitions of the Service and Strategic Authority. Working closely with the Director of Fire & Rescue Service, you will play a key role in delivering strategic objectives, fulfilling statutory responsibilities, and driving a culture of continuous improvement, while promoting organisational resilience, accountability, and public value. You will work to provide strategic leadership to ensure the delivery of effective governance, high-quality people services, legally compliant decision-making, and evidence-based organisational performance management. The postholder will lead and drive excellence across the following areas: HR and Business Partnering, Professional Standards & Organisational Change Organisational Governance Performance & Data Procurement & Contracts Legal Services Ready to lead at the highest level? If you are a strategic adviser with the credibility to influence senior leaders and elected members, and a proven track record of leading teams through change to deliver results, we would love to hear from you. Join us and play a pivotal role in shaping our HR and Business Partnering, governance, workforce, legal and performance services as we transition into the Strategic Authority. Apply today. Required Qualifications and Skills Professional strategic HR management qualification (e.g. CIPD) or equivalent demonstrable experience. Demonstrable experience of leading multiple corporate service functions. Strong understanding of public sector governance, finance, workforce and performance management frameworks. Significant experience of establishing, managing and leading high performing business functions, ensuring the delivery of effective, efficient and customer-focused services. Experience of providing leadership to staff, ensuring effective budget management and playing a key role in strategic decision-making on major spending priorities. Excellent people leadership skills, including experience of performance management, with the ability to inspire, support and empower individuals and teams to achieve outstanding outcomes. Excellent political awareness and a strong understanding of the local government landscape, with experience of working successfully within complex political environments. Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to communicate confidently and credibly with colleagues, partners, senior leaders and external organisations. For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached. Rewards and Benefits 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. A laptop and mobile will be supplied if applicable to your role. You will benefit from 30 days annual leave plus the opportunity to buy additional leave and an excellent local government pension scheme A range of discounts give our staff access to hundreds of offers; groceries, travel, cinema tickets, days out, leisure activities, high street retailers and the opportunity to save over £1,000 a year through our West Sussex Choices benefits platform. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our Rewards and Benefits page. Further Information The reference number for this role is CPP01391. Click apply below, upload your CV and cover letter. Your cover letter should: Outline your motivations for applying. Explain the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the attached 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. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to right to work within the UK, enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, satisfactory references, and a health check. Any candidates wishing to apply for this position, who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) for the post by assessing their circumstances against criteria specified on the g ov.uk website . Equity, inclusion, accessibility and diversity is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all cultures, ethnicities, identities, backgrounds and lived experiences, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our application help page. RSi
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Programme Support Officer - Public Health
West Sussex County Council - Chichester, West Sussex
£33,673 to £36,581 a year
PermanentFull time
We are seeking a proactive and organised Programme Support Officer to provide effective day to day support across a range of projects and programmes. The Public Health Directorate sets strategic priorities to reduce health inequalities, improve population health outcomes, and ensure readiness to respond to current and future public health challenges. Salary: £33,673 to £36,581 per annum Contract Type: Permanent Working Pattern: Full-time (37 hours per week) Location: County Hall, West Street, Chichester, PO19 1RQ Interview Date: week commencing Monday 19 October 2026. Interviews will take place face to face at County Hall, Chichester. Regular attendance at your base location will also be necessary, and there will be opportunities for remote work. Final arrangements will be confirmed with the successful candidate. About the Job No two days are the same within our Public Health Directorate. Working closely with colleagues and stakeholders, you will play a vital role in ensuring projects remain on track, supporting informed decision-making and the successful delivery of programme objectives. Key responsibilities will include: Assist with the development and implementation of key initiatives, coordinate programme activities, and collate, analyse, and report on performance data to help monitor progress and outcomes. Keep records up to date, provide detailed progress reports and ensure that all project / programme information is collected, maintained and archived according to acceptable standards. Interpret complex information, for example to produce a high-quality document with minimal guidance, and to write project definitions in order to develop plans and manage progress to achieve successful outcomes. Work collaboratively across the Public Health Directorate, supporting a range of projects and programmes. Responsibilities include business planning, stakeholder liaison, drafting communications, coordinating meetings, taking notes, and maintaining effective reporting and monitoring systems. Ready to make a difference? If you are a highly organised and proactive professional with strong analytical skills and an eye for detail, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and play a key role in improving public health outcomes across our communities. Required Qualifications and Skills HNC (Higher National Certificate) or HND (Higher National Diploma) in an appropriate subject, or equivalent practical experience / range of knowledge. Knowledge of project management and planning processes, and demonstrable experience of working as a competent member of a project team. Excellent literacy and numeracy skills to understand and carry out financial analysis and reporting. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate problems and resolve issues independently, planning solutions and making sound pragmatic decisions. Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret, evaluate and manage complex project information to deliver effective solutions that meet client requirements. Excellent organisational and planning skills, with a proven ability to prioritise workloads, meet deadlines and deliver high-quality outputs, including urgent reports and project updates. Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, influence at all levels, and provide guidance, coaching and support on processes and documentation. For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached. Rewards and Benefits 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. A laptop and mobile will be supplied if applicable to your role. You will benefit from 27 days annual leave, rising to 28 days after 5 years' service (pro rata for part time) plus the opportunity to buy additional leave and an excellent local government pension scheme A range of discounts give our staff access to hundreds of offers; groceries, travel, cinema tickets, days out, leisure activities, high street retailers and the opportunity to save over £1,000 a year through our West Sussex Choices benefits platform. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our Rewards and Benefits page. Further Information The reference number for this role is CAFHE06533. Click apply below, upload your CV, and complete the application form, explaining how you meet the key skills in the attached job description and experience you can bring to the role. Please ensure all that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to right to work within the UK, satisfactory references, and a health check. Any candidates wishing to apply for this position, who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) for the post by assessing their circumstances against criteria specified on the gov.uk website . Equity, inclusion, accessibility and diversity is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all cultures, ethnicities, identities, backgrounds and lived experiences, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our application help page. RSi
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Payroll, Pensions and HR Administrator
West Sussex County Council - Chichester, West Sussex
£21,376 to £21,717 a year
HybridPermanentPart time
The Opportunity Salary: £21,376 to £21,717 per annum, pro rata for 29 hours per week (£27,274 to £27,709 per annum is the full time equivalent) Working pattern: Part time - 29 hours per week - flexible on pattern but must work in the office on a specified day which will be discussed at interview. Contract type: Permanent Location: Based at County Hall - Chichester, with hybrid working options. We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Pensions Administrator to join our team. This varied role provides pension administration support across a range of schemes, including the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), Fire Pension Scheme, NHS Pension Scheme, Teachers' Pension Scheme, UNISON Pension Scheme, NEST, and The People's Pension. Working as part of a busy and supportive team, you will help ensure pension records are maintained accurately, member benefits are administered correctly, and customers receive a high-quality service. Key duties for the Pensions Team role include: Process pension scheme events Maintain accurate member records and pension data in line with regulations and procedures. Support the delivery of cyclical pension administration activities and statutory exercises. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations and internal procedures. Assist with pension administration queries and data submissions. Support pension projects and regulatory remedy programmes, including the implementation of backdated pension scheme changes. Assist with complex pension reviews and exercises, such as the McCloud Remedy and Matthews Project, ensuring records are updated accurately and members receive the correct pension benefits. What are we looking for? To thrive in this role, you will need good knowledge of Excel and Word, be confident, flexible, resilient, organised, be able to balance priorities and deadlines and enjoy working as part of a team. You will be comfortable working on routine payroll processing and related administrative tasks. You will have experience working in a customer focussed role, with the ability to explain basic payroll information. You will be dealing with council and school staff on the telephone and will need to demonstrate excellent customer care and communication skills, when responding to potentially sensitive payroll queries from staff. You will also need to be able to work on your own initiative, organising your work appropriately and responding to changing priorities to meet agreed deadlines. For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached. What's in it for you? As well as adding real value to our service users and our communities, as an employer we recognise our employees are central in being able to achieve this. To recognise this, we want to help support your development and provide an great place to work ensuring you can fulfil your full potential, have access to a range of benefits including: an excellent local government pension scheme generous holiday entitlement of 25 days (plus opportunity to buy additional leave) a range of flexible working options, depending on your job role maternity, paternity, dependency and adoption leave volunteering opportunities For a full list, please visit our Rewards and Benefits page. Further information The reference number for this role is CRS01072. To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and cover Letter. 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. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to 3 years referencing and a health check. Equity, inclusion, accessibility and diversity is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all cultures, ethnicities, identities, backgrounds and lived experiences, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our application help page.
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HR Support Officer
West Sussex County Council - Chichester, West Sussex
£27,274 to £27,709 a year
HybridPermanentFull time
The Opportunity Salary: £27,274 to £27,709 per annum Working pattern: Full time - 37 hours per week Contract type: Permanent Location: Based at County Hall - Chichester, with hybrid working options. We are looking for a pragmatic and organised person who can successfully manage day to day HR support and administration. Previous experience in an administrative role is essential to succeed in this role. You will work as part of a team lead by a Senior HR Business Partner which includes HR Business Partners and Advisors. The team support with generalist HR enquiries as well as other HR activities which gives variety to the role and could include organisational change or employee relations. You will have developed listening and IT skills to enable you to produce accurate notes during meetings. You will have good customer service and communication skills and the ability to use Microsoft Office to deliver your day-to-day role. 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. Upon joining us you will have access to a range of benefits including the following: For a full list, please visit our Rewards and Benefits page. About you Some of the key skills, experience and knowledge required to be successful in the role include: Demonstratable experience in an administrative role with the ability to complete tasks accurately with strong attention to detail. Effective interpersonal and customer service skills to be able to provide basic advice and guidance to managers on general enquiries. Effective written and verbal communication skills to enable clear and concise communication with others. Proficient in using Microsoft Office to deliver data and information in a clear and meaningful way. Ability to manage data, both business and employee, in a confidential manner with discretion and sensitivity. Ability to plan and prioritise own workload to meet tight deadlines and objectives. Being able to identify new ways of working to support change and develop solutions. For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached. About us West Sussex County Council is a diverse organisation that provides services to more than 850,000 residents every day. The Human Resources and Organisational Change Directorate provides critical support functions to our services, relentlessly focusing on delivering better and cost-effective outcomes. Our teams use their experience to enable and challenge the Council to deliver improved efficiency and effectiveness. Further information The reference number for this role is CRS01129. To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and cover Letter. 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. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to 3 years referencing and a health check. Equity, inclusion, accessibility and diversity is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all cultures, ethnicities, identities, backgrounds and lived experiences, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our application help page.
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Senior Social Worker - Littlehampton Community Team
West Sussex County Council - Littlehampton, West Sussex
£25,040 to £29,637 a year
PermanentPart time
About Us West Sussex County Council is a diverse organisation that provides services to more than 850,000 residents every day. 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. Our Adults' Community Teams offer an exciting and rewarding area of practice, giving social workers the opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives. We work with adults aged 18 and over, including individuals with physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries, chronic health conditions, older adults, and people living with dementia. We're proud to embed a strengths-based approach in our practice-supporting individuals to explore their networks, maximise independence, and access local community resources. We also maintain strong partnerships with health colleagues through proactive care initiatives, including regular multidisciplinary meetings at local GP surgeries. Our community teams play a central role in fulfilling the statutory duties of Adults' Services. A solid understanding of the Care Act 2014 is key, and our practitioners are skilled in safeguarding enquiries, person-centred assessments, and multi-agency working. "I love being a part of a supportive and friendly team and the close connections I have with my colleagues." - Senior Social Work Practitioner We work to ensure that innovation and evidence-based practice underpins what we do and that we maintain an environment within which our social workers can develop and progress in their careers. If you have the talent and ambition to achieve the best for the people we serve, then we will support you to progress and develop throughout your social work career. If you are thinking why join West Sussex there is a supportive culture that is second to none. You will receive regular, supportive and reflective supervision from senior social work colleagues, but you will also need to use your own initiative where appropriate. Employees are genuinely valued, respected and there is an emphasis on work life balance. Hybrid working helps us deliver a great service and our employees enjoy the flexibility this gives to carry out their role whilst fitting around their home lives. About The Job Salary: £25,040 to £29,637 per annum Working Pattern: Part time, 22.5 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Location: Littlehampton area with hybrid working and Worthing office base; Successful candidate needs to be able to independently travel We have an exciting opportunity for a Social Workers/Senior Social Workers to join our Littlehampton Community Team. The Littlehampton team is a supportive and enthusiastic team and consists of a mixture of qualified social workers with varying experience and assistance care managers who work together to support residents on our area and each other to meet their full potential Our Social Workers/Senior Social Workers have a really supportive working environment and inductions are well planned with help from across the friendly and considerate team. There are a mixture of qualified and unqualified team members, so whether it's in person, on the phone or even in the chat group there is always someone on hand to offer help and support. The team work across Littlehampton and the surrounding areas, and have an office base in Worthing. As well as assessing you will be completing plans, implementing and monitoring and reviewing care packages. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives while building your skills in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. Key Responsibilities: Carrying out strengths-based assessments and reviews Undertaking safeguarding enquiries and Mental Capacity Act assessments Collaborating with individuals, families, and carers to identify eligible needs and develop personalised support plans Applying relevant legislation and social work practice to promote wellbeing and independence Making effective use of local community assets and resources Managing a varied caseload and contributing to the development of safeguarding practice within the team You'll be part of a supportive and committed team that values professional growth, reflective practice, and shared learning. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives while building your skills in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. You would also have the option to work on a hybrid basis. Experience and Skills Please review the job description for the key skills as these will be used as the shortlisting criteria so please cover with examples within your application) Qualifications and/or experience: Degree in Social Work or a recognised equivalent Social Work qualification e.g. Diploma in Social Work. * Registered with Social Work England. * Experience of undertaking assessments and social work intervention planning, implementation and review by means of creative and pragmatic solutions. * Experience of working in partnership with those who access the service and maintaining a focus on the needs and strengths of the people, and the outcomes they want to achieve, whilst handling conflict and disagreement. * Experience of contributing to or undertaking safeguarding enquiries. * Experience of managing risk within a risk enablement approach * Good, up-to-date working knowledge of relevant legislation e.g., Care Act (2014), Mental Capacity Act (2005) etc. * Valid, full driving licence. Desirable Further Information We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check. Equity, inclusion, accessibility and diversity is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all cultures, ethnicities, identities, backgrounds and lived experiences, 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. For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme (if you meet the essential criteria), this can be found on our application help page.
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Senior Social Worker - Working Age Mental Health Western team
West Sussex County Council - Chichester, West Sussex
£45,529 to £48,738 a year
PermanentFull time
About Us Working for us at West Sussex County Council is all about making a positive difference to the people of West Sussex. The Working Age Mental Health Western team (Chichester) has a vacancy for a full-time qualified Senior Social Worker. This is an exciting and unique opportunity to work within a team that supports individual with complex mental health and dual diagnosis. They collaborate with individuals, health colleagues Sussex Partnership NHA Foundation Trust and allied agencies. This includes, Homeless agencies (Stone pillow, Turning Tides), Neighbourhood mental health services, domestic violence agencies, and substance support services CGL. The team is responsible for providing Care Act assessments, Safeguarding Enquires, Mental Capacity assessments, working with parts of the Mental Health Act (MHA) such as social circumstance reports, tribunal and reviewing s117 MHA after care. Providing professional support to our customers in the Chichester and Bognor area who have complex mental health needs. The team is a supportive and enthusiastic team and consists of a mixture of qualified social workers with varying experience and prevention and wellbeing officers who work together to support residents on our area and each other to meet their full potential. The team work across Chichester and Bognor and the surrounding areas, and the office base is in County Hall, Chichester. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives while building your skills in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. If you are passionate about working with complexity and committed to delivering excellent social work practice, we would love to hear from you. About The Job Salary: £45,529 - £48,738per annum Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week Contract Length: Permanent Location: Chichester office base with regular travel covering the surrounding area As a Social Worker, you will be responsible for providing a statutory social work service to individuals with complex mental health. This can include working with individuals with dual diagnosis and mental health aftercare needs. You will work in partnership with health colleagues and allied agencies to support vulnerable individuals to complete all statutory work such as Care Act assessments, s117 aftercare planning meetings, safeguarding, Mental Capacity Assessments, Best Interest Meetings, sec 21 A Dols challenge as well as any other social care related tasks and functions. A strong understanding of risk management, safeguarding, and partnership working is required. In return, we offer a challenging and fulfilling role, opportunities for professional development, supportive management, opportunity for some flexible working. Your office based will be in Chichester, with opportunities to work hybrid from home part of the week. You will need to take an organised approach whilst exercising your expertise with knowledge of policies and legislations to support those in need. There will also be a requirement for you to work flexibly to support customers, carers and families, sometimes out of normal office hours. You will be required to travel including to locations that are not always easily accessible by public transport so it is desirable for you to have a driving licence. Experience and Skills Key Skills & Qualifications (please cover with examples within your application as these are the short-listing criteria): Experience of working proactively as a member of the team to make an accurate strengths-based assessment of needs in complex situations and negotiate and implement effective plans and outcomes (in line with relevant legislation). Demonstrable evidence of leadership skills when working in partnership with people, carers, colleagues and a variety of external agencies in complex situations to meet people's outcomes. Experience of managing situations with complex and competing risks, utilising a risk enablement approach and using evidence-based practice. Experience of analysis and interpretation of complex people related information and data to prioritise needs and formulate plans for intervention and service provision. Experience of leading safeguarding enquiries. Ability to provide supervision and develop the capabilities of less experienced social care practitioners including contributing to performance management. Mentor and coach students and apprentices. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with a range of stakeholders to provide clear advice and guidance and interventions. Ability to recognise the limits of own accountability and responsibility, and to seek appropriate support, advice, and supervision, and to prioritise and organise work and meet agreed performance expectations. Sound and accurate IT skills to ensure effective record keeping, compliant with data protection and respecting confidentiality. Qualifications and/or experience: A Degree in Social Work or a recognised equivalent Social Work qualification e.g., Diploma in Social Work. Registered with Social Work England Experience of undertaking assessments in complex situations and social work intervention planning, implementation, and review by means of creative and pragmatic solutions. Extensive experience of working in partnership with those who access the service and maintaining a focus on the needs and strengths of the people, and the outcomes they want to achieve, whilst handling conflict and disagreement. Experience of managing risk within a risk enablement approach Excellent, up-to-date working knowledge of relevant legislation e.g., Care Act (2014), Mental Capacity Act (2005), Mental Health Act (1983, 2007). Valid, full driving licence. Desirable Rewards and Benefits For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our Rewards and Benefits page. Further Information We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check. Equity, inclusion, accessibility and diversity is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all cultures, ethnicities, identities, backgrounds and lived experiences, 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.
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