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The aim is making a positive difference to the people of West Sussex. The Hospital Social Work Team work within the Discharge to Assess model, responding within timescales to assess people recently discharged from hospital, assisting them with arranging any care and support they may need in the longer term to maximise their independence.About The JobSalary: £38,626 to £41,511 depending on experience Working Pattern: Full time Contract Length: Permanent Location: Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath.As an experienced Social Worker, you will be accountable for delivering a statutory social work service for those people who need it. You will be completing proportionate strengths-based conversations that enable maximum participation for the individual, planning, reviews, and safeguarding enquiries. You will be responsible for ensuring that you are up to date with key developments and that business change is successfully implemented.In the hospitals, we are looking for a candidate who can work collaboratively with individuals and effectively into the future, building on good partnership working with health colleagues. You will need to work inclusively with a diverse range of stakeholders and promote equality of opportunity. You'll need to be able to manage conflicting and competing priorities while remaining resilient.You will need to remain up to date and compliant with all relevant legislation and adhere to organisational procedures, policies, codes of conduct and the values of West Sussex. You will be expected to work with complex cases and work within the timescales of the Discharge to Assess Model. You will also support the duty function on a rota basis. There is a regular and intrinsic requirement to communicate in English with members of the public.Internal candidates wishing to apply for this role will be considered for a secondment position. Please can you therefore discuss and agree this with your manager before applying for this position.Experience and SkillsKey Skills (these are the short listing criteria so please cover within your application with examples):<ol>\n<li>Solution focussed with the ability to analyse complex situations and provide forward thinking strategies and solutions that consider a variety of possible strength-based solutions, balancing risks, resources and desired outcomes.</li>\n<li>Good communication skills in order to influence in a multi-disciplinary setting and communicate clearly and effectively to explain complicated information to a wide range of people; able to negotiate and encourage others to adopt a particular course of action.</li>\n<li>Ability to take professional and personal responsibility for clear and accurate case recording, and maintaining up to date case work records on the West Sussex database.</li>\n<li>Ability to think creatively, innovatively, and laterally and to adapt to changing situations in a measured and flexible manner in order to tailor the advice.</li>\n<li>Ability to work proactively as a member of the team to make an accurate assessment of needs and negotiate and implement effective plans and outcomes, whilst prioritising workload and meeting deadlines.</li>\n<li>Demonstrate confident and effective judgement about risk and accountability in decision making.</li>\n</ol>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<img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy83MmVlODMyYmFkNDNhNmEwNzVkNTQ0OWM5ODdkMGI3ZC5wbmc=.png?1742482143926\" alt=\"image of the benefits of working at West Sussex Council including an employee assistance programme, retail discounts, travel benefits and pension scheme\" width=\"1198\" height=\"456\">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.Further Information To apply, upload your CV and complete the application explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.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.West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme (if you meet the essential criteria), this can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page. 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! ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£38626 - £41511 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-25T12:50:37.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-09T12:50:37.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/6bc94549-cfc2-47b6-a790-cb4aa478f8d9.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"7de69b8e-0c39-44a0-a8e4-6eb0971b9cfa","title":"Legal Clerk","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":"About UsHere at West Sussex County Council (WSCC) we have an opportunity for a Legal Clerk to join our Legal Services team which aims to give the best possible legal and insurance service to the Council.As an organisation we have a simple goal - to deliver the best possible services to the people of West Sussex. We do this through the people who work for us, so it's paramount to us to ensure that our employees are supported and valued.The OpportunitySalary: £25,584 to £25,992 per annum (£17,286 to £17,562 per annum, pro rata'd)Working Pattern: Full time or Part time, 25 to 37 hours per weekLocation: County Hall, Chichester and hybrid working from homeInterview date: 23rd May 2025In this role you will provide a range of legal support to the People Services team within Legal Services. Your duties will include the organisation of case files, handling and preparing court related documents and court process management. The role also involves supporting fee earning members of the team.The job has some direct responsibility for handling and processing legal information where concentration, care, accuracy and confidentiality are important. You will also be required to prepare legal documents for distribution, and be required to sit for periods whilst taking notes during meetings.What we are looking for<ul><li>Ideally you will have experience within an administrative role. You must be able to work flexibly to meet the demands of this fast-paced team.</li></ul> <ul><li>You will have relevant or organisational knowledge of systems, procedures and policies associated with operating an administrative service, and excellent knowledge of IT and related systems / procedures. You will be a strong team player.</li></ul> <ul><li>You will have the ability to organise your own workload, taking initiative and prioritising work as required. You will be able to respond to unexpected situations, for example, responding to a change of court date at short notice.</li></ul>For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached.Working for usAs 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:<ul>\n<li>an excellent <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/about-the-council/pensions/\">local government pension scheme</a>\n</li>\n<li>generous holiday entitlement of 25 days (plus opportunity to buy additional leave)</li>\n<li>a range of flexible working options, depending on your job role</li>\n<li>maternity, paternity, dependency and adoption leave</li>\n<li>volunteering opportunities</li>\n<li>training and development opportunities, including coaching and mentoring</li>\n<li>a range of discounts giving 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 (see ou<a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/business-and-consumers/supplying-wscc-with-goods-or-services/staff-discounts/\">Staff discounts page</a> if you are a business looking to offer a discount)</li>\n<li>Health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and Voluntary Health Cash Plans</li>\n</ul>For a full list this can be found at our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits page.</a>Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CRS00933.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Fiona Gardner at . For issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href=\"mailto:\"></a>.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 and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page.CC ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£25584 - £25992 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-25T11:09:07.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-09T11:09:07.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/cc8c2e5d-9476-4dab-aea2-b882e7aff5e4.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"926966d5-9151-4808-b8d3-c36c32aaddfb","title":"Social Worker - Hospital Team Maternity Cover","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Haywards Heath","locationType":3,"description":"About UsAn opportunity has become available for a Social Worker who has enthusiasm, energy, drive, and commitment to join the fast-paced and supportive Hospital Social Work Team at Haywards Heath, Princess Royal Hospital.It is an exciting time to join West Sussex County Council as we continue to introduce new ways of working in the hospitals to respond to the needs of the adult population. The aim is making a positive difference to the people of West Sussex. The Hospital Social Work Team work within the Discharge to Assess model, responding within timescales to assess people recently discharged from hospital, assisting them with arranging any care and support they may need in the longer term to maximise their independence.About The JobSalary: £38,626 to £41,511 depending on experience Working Pattern: Full time Contract Length: Fixed Term contract until 31/03/2026 Location: Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath.As an experienced Social Worker, you will be accountable for delivering a statutory social work service for those people who need it. You will be completing proportionate strengths-based conversations that enable maximum participation for the individual, planning, reviews, and safeguarding enquiries. You will be responsible for ensuring that you are up to date with key developments and that business change is successfully implemented.In the hospitals, we are looking for a candidate who can work collaboratively with individuals and effectively into the future, building on good partnership working with health colleagues. You will need to work inclusively with a diverse range of stakeholders and promote equality of opportunity. You'll need to be able to manage conflicting and competing priorities while remaining resilient.You will need to remain up to date and compliant with all relevant legislation and adhere to organisational procedures, policies, codes of conduct and the values of West Sussex. You will be expected to work with complex cases and work within the timescales of the Discharge to Assess Model. You will also support the duty function on a rota basis. There is a regular and intrinsic requirement to communicate in English with members of the public.Internal candidates wishing to apply for this role will be considered for a secondment position. Please can you therefore discuss and agree this with your manager before applying for this position.Experience and SkillsKey Skills (these are the short listing criteria so please cover within your application with examples):<ol>\n<li>Solution focussed with the ability to analyse complex situations and provide forward thinking strategies and solutions that consider a variety of possible strength-based solutions, balancing risks, resources and desired outcomes.</li>\n<li>Good communication skills in order to influence in a multi-disciplinary setting and communicate clearly and effectively to explain complicated information to a wide range of people; able to negotiate and encourage others to adopt a particular course of action.</li>\n<li>Ability to take professional and personal responsibility for clear and accurate case recording, and maintaining up to date case work records on the West Sussex database.</li>\n<li>Ability to think creatively, innovatively, and laterally and to adapt to changing situations in a measured and flexible manner in order to tailor the advice.</li>\n<li>Ability to work proactively as a member of the team to make an accurate assessment of needs and negotiate and implement effective plans and outcomes, whilst prioritising workload and meeting deadlines.</li>\n<li>Demonstrate confident and effective judgement about risk and accountability in decision making.</li>\n</ol>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<img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy81NDIzZjUwNzc5YjQxOTk1MjcwOWNjNDkzYjc4YzM4MS5wbmc=.png?0\" alt=\"image of the benefits of working at West Sussex Council including an employee assistance programme, retail discounts, travel benefits and pension scheme\" width=\"551\" height=\"365\">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.Further Information To apply, upload your CV and complete the application explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.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.West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme (if you meet the essential criteria), this can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page. 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! ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£38626 - £41511 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-25T10:29:44.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-09T10:29:44.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/fcb8091f-afe2-4607-8c1c-623a6cc27f89.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ba2b4afd-25ae-4ae6-82c5-fc2665915a04","title":"Litigation Lawyer","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Chichester","locationType":3,"description":"The OpportunitySalary: £38,626 to £41,511 per annumWorking pattern: Full time, 37 hours per weekLocation: Based at County Hall, Chichester, hybrid working from home.We're on the look out for a skilled and dedicated lawyer to join our friendly legal team within the Litigation & Insurance team.As a Litigation lawyer, you will have conduct of a varied caseload providing advice to client groups across the council on all aspects of dispute resolution in the areas of third party and employers' liability claims, debt recovery to include adult social care debt recovery, contractual disputes and landlord and tenant.What we are looking for:<ul>\n<li>A qualified lawyer with up to two years post-qualification (or equivalent experience).</li>\n<li>Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.</li>\n<li>Strong interpersonal skills and to work effectively as part of a team.</li>\n<li>Experience drafting, interpreting and analysing documents, conducting legal research and undertaking advocacy.</li>\n<li>Computer literate.</li>\n<li>Experience of dispute resolution procedures, the Civil Procedure Rules 1998, and the Practice Directions.</li>\n</ul>For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached.Working for usAs 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:<ul>\n<li>an excellent <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/about-the-council/pensions/\">local government pension scheme</a>\n</li>\n<li>generous holiday entitlement of 27 days (plus opportunity to buy additional leave)</li>\n<li>a range of flexible working options, depending on your job role</li>\n<li>maternity, paternity, dependency and adoption leave</li>\n<li>volunteering opportunities</li>\n<li>training and development opportunities, including coaching and mentoring</li>\n<li>a range of discounts giving 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 (see our<a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/business-and-consumers/supplying-wscc-with-goods-or-services/staff-discounts/\">Staff discounts page</a> if you are a business looking to offer a discount)</li>\n<li>Health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and Voluntary Health Cash Plans</li>\n</ul><img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy83MmVlODMyYmFkNDNhNmEwNzVkNTQ0OWM5ODdkMGI3ZC5wbmc=.png?0\" alt=\"\" width=\"1198\" height=\"456\">For a full list this can be found at our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits page.</a>Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CRS00931.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Richard Pearce (Principal Lawyer) at <a href=\"mailto:\">r</a> or Nigel Robinson (Senior Solicitor) at <a href=\"mailto:\"></a>. For issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href=\"mailto:\"></a>.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 and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page. CC ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£38626 - £41511 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-25T03:06:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-09T03:06:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/ff1214f0-f3f3-4e11-9cd3-efeabace1b21.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"74b1dd5a-a0af-4826-81c3-f77e18f4e6d9","title":"Night Support Worker","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Bognor Regis","locationType":3,"description":"Our team at Hammonds (Adults Residential Service) focuses on providing the right balance of the individuality, needs, wishes and rights of the people we support. We're looking a Night Support Worker to join our wonderful team on a part-time basis.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/\">Careers in adults' residential services, day opportunities and shared lives webpage</a> to learn more about the difference you can make!About The JobSalary: £12.45 - £12.65 per hour (plus enhancements)Enhancements: Weekend working - Time & a half, Bank Holidays - Double time & Night enhancement (8pm - 10pm shifts) *if applicable to the role Working Pattern: Shifts on 4-week rotation (inclusive of evenings & weekends)Contract Length: Part Time, 22.50 hours per week equating to a total of 90 hours per month *(the weekly hours may vary)Location: Hammonds, Bognor RegisAs a Night Support Worker, you will:<ul>\n<li>Provide personal physical, emotional care and support during a waking night shift.</li>\n<li>Listen to people and treat all with respect, kindness and dignity.</li>\n<li>Undertake light domestic duties as required to ensure cleanliness, comfort, and safety for people we support throughout the day e.g., laundry, or safely cleaning an area after a person has needed personal care.</li>\n<li>Complete regular hourly checks around the service, to include checking on people's wellbeing and on the security of the building.</li>\n</ul>You will work as part of a team based within a residential setting. As a Night Support Worker, you will be required to provide safe, effective, and personalised support and care in supporting individuals to bed, getting up in the morning and responding to their emotional and physical wellbeing as required during the night.This is an active role and there will be some requirements for moving and handling, for example, assisting people to walk, moving people between a wheelchair and chair using a hoist etc.You will be required to be on duty for up to a 10-hour shift, during which time you are required to stay awake and able to provide appropriate care. There may be a need to work evenings or weekends to meet the needs of the service.What you need to suceedYou'll need to demonstrate a basic understanding of working with people with learning disabilities, people with dementia and other cognitive impairments, and adults with physical and sensory impairments.Experience and skills (These will be used as the shortlisting criteria)Key Skills:<ol>\n<li>Ability to interpret information, such as service complaints, and then redirect them to the appropriate person to provide quick and accurate resolution.</li>\n<li>Good communication and interpersonal skills to provide clear and concise specialist advice and guidance to a range of people we support. Be able to work with a person who might be less able to express themselves and understand non-verbal communication.</li>\n<li>Clear, concise basic literacy and numeracy skills to record and document activities in the care plan.</li>\n<li>Able to deal appropriately with expressive behaviour from people and respond sensitively to their families and carers.</li>\n<li>Able to build relationships with people from a wide variety of cultural, religious and ethnic backgrounds.</li>\n<li>Ability to work as part of a team completing shared tasks to deliver a service to others.</li>\n</ol>Qualifications and/or experience:<ul>\n<li>Basic literacy and numeracy skills to record and document activities in the provider plans.</li>\n<li>Diploma Level 2 in Care, or willingness to work towards, or equivalent qualification - Desirable</li>\n<li>Basic understanding of Safeguarding, the needs of the people 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 - Desirable</li>\n<li>Previous experience of working in a care setting and with people who have a disability or vulnerable people - Desirable</li>\n</ul>You'll be comfortable following basic procedures and clear instructions so that little close supervision is necessary, for example determining actions needed in accordance with provider plan or health and safety.You'll have the ability to support people to grow in confidence, and a desire to develop their ability to do the things they want to. You'll have a good working knowledge of safeguarding and managing risks, and you'll be able to raise concerns in relation to individuals through recognising verbal, physical or behavioural changes and signs.You'll be comfortable following basic procedures and clear instructions so that little close supervision is necessary, for example determining actions needed in accordance with provider plan or health and safety.You'll be comfortable following basic procedures and clear instructions so that little close supervision is necessary, for example determining actions needed in accordance with provider plan or health and safety.BenefitsAs an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work they do.In addition to working within a great team and a competitive salary you will have access to:<ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave + bank holidays with the ability to buy additional leave annually</li>\n<li>Access to a generous, defined benefit pension scheme</li>\n<li>A range of flexible working options</li>\n<li>Training and development opportunities, including coaching and mentoring</li>\n<li>Health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and Voluntary Health Cash Plans</li>\n<li>Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres</li>\n<li>A range of discounts giving our staff access to hundreds of offers with the opportunity to save over £1,000 (Including: Argos, Samsung, ASOS, B&Q and many more)</li>\n<li>Car benefit scheme</li>\n<li>A range of commuting and business travel discounts and initiatives</li>\n</ul>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.How to Apply: Upload your CV and complete the application form 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 explain how your skills and experience relate to the key skills listed on 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.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page. 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!","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£12.45 - £12.65 per hour + (plus enhancements)","publishDate":"2025-04-24T08:05:17.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-08T08:05:17.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/6810bb9b-719e-4227-9a6c-fc48a340d762.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9e97b6c5-05f0-4d70-b049-ebdc0533a3a6","title":"Social Worker - Hospital Team","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"East Surrey Hospital","locationType":3,"description":"About UsAn opportunity has become available for a Social Worker who has enthusiasm, energy, drive, and commitment to join the fast-paced and supportive Hospital Social Work Team at East Surrey Hospital.This is an exciting time to join West Sussex County Council as we continue to introduce new ways of working in the hospitals to respond to the needs of the adult population. The aim is making a positive difference to the people of West Sussex. The Hospital Social Work Team work within the Discharge to Assess model, responding within timescales to assess people recently discharged from hospital, assisting them with arranging any care and support they may need in the longer term to maximise their independence.About The JobSalary: £38,626 to £41,511 depending on experience Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Location: East Surrey Hospital, RedhillAs an experienced Social Worker, you will be accountable for delivering a statutory social work service for those people who need it. You will be completing proportionate strengths-based conversations that enable maximum participation for the individual, planning, reviews, and safeguarding enquiries. You will be responsible for ensuring that you are up to date with key developments and that business change is successfully implemented.In the hospitals, we are looking for a candidate who can work collaboratively with individuals and effectively into the future, building on good partnership working with health colleagues. You will need to work inclusively with a diverse range of stakeholders and promote equality of opportunity. You'll need to be able to manage conflicting and competing priorities while remaining resilient.You will need to remain up to date and compliant with all relevant legislation and adhere to organisational procedures, policies, codes of conduct and the values of West Sussex. You will be expected to work with complex cases and work within the timescales of the Discharge to Assess Model. You will also support the duty function on a rota basis. There is a regular and intrinsic requirement to communicate in English with members of the public.Experience and SkillsKey Skills (these are the short listing criteria so please cover within your application with examples):<ol>\n<li>Solution focussed with the ability to analyse complex situations and provide forward thinking strategies and solutions that consider a variety of possible strength-based solutions, balancing risks, resources and desired outcomes.</li>\n<li>Good communication skills in order to influence in a multi-disciplinary setting and communicate clearly and effectively to explain complicated information to a wide range of people; able to negotiate and encourage others to adopt a particular course of action.</li>\n<li>Ability to take professional and personal responsibility for clear and accurate case recording, and maintaining up to date case work records on the West Sussex database.</li>\n<li>Ability to think creatively, innovatively, and laterally and to adapt to changing situations in a measured and flexible manner in order to tailor the advice.</li>\n<li>Ability to work proactively as a member of the team to make an accurate assessment of needs and negotiate and implement effective plans and outcomes, whilst prioritising workload and meeting deadlines.</li>\n<li>Demonstrate confident and effective judgement about risk and accountability in decision making.</li>\n</ol>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<img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy81NDIzZjUwNzc5YjQxOTk1MjcwOWNjNDkzYjc4YzM4MS5wbmc=.png?0\" alt=\"image of the benefits of working at West Sussex Council including an employee assistance programme, retail discounts, travel benefits and pension scheme\" width=\"548\" height=\"363\">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.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05706.To apply, upload your CV and complete the application explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.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.West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page. 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! ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£38626 - £41511 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-24T02:41:01.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-08T02:41:01.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/87b65e65-69de-47d6-b704-1936367c3ed2.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"7911317c-b598-4aff-ba70-5ca50bcb5dc7","title":"(Library) Team Manager - Enquiries Learning and Enterprise","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":"We are seeking an experienced Team Manager to play a pivotal role in leading a provision of a specialist area of library services across the county.The Library Service is statutory and universal, providing access to books and information. We promote the benefits of reading for learning, health and wellbeing through campaigns, events and activities. We help people get online and navigate the digital world. We provide targeted services for hard to reach or vulnerable groups and we offer services to support employment and enterprise. Our online platforms offer a download service for books, newspapers and magazines, plus access to trusted information resources.During a period of significant and fundamental change, we continually seek to improve and develop our customer offer, meeting residents' high expectations, contributing to the national sector development and consolidating our value to communities.The OpportunitySalary: £46,731 to £49,764 per annum (£31,575 to £33,624 per annum, pro rata'd per annum)Working Pattern: Part-time, 25 hours per weekLocation: Based at either Crawley Library, Worthing Library or Power Place in Chichester and working countywide across our network of 36 librariesInterview date: w/c 19th MayAs the Team Manager for the Enquiries, Learning and Enterprise Team in West Sussex Library Service, you will have sound knowledge of information and enquiries services, plus an excellent understanding of how libraries support skills and learning, particularly with job seekers and those wishing to start or develop a local business. You will lead a small team of Librarians to support frontline staff in their delivery of services locally.As the Team Manager, you will be engaged in some truly exciting and rewarding work, which will include the following:<ul>\n<li>Develop the work we do to enable enquiry handling and community-based support.</li>\n<li>Shape and articulate the support we offer to residents seeking employment and library-based business.</li>\n<li>Promote and deliver the library service local history and heritage offer, liaising with the Record Office to develop local history and heritage work.</li>\n<li>Plan and deliver strategic projects to engage and support residents and colleagues.</li>\n<li>Champion all elements of Enquiries, Learning and Enterprise as a core priority, contributing to the design of the Library Service plan working with managers across all localities and teams.</li>\n<li>Promote the work of the Enquiries, Learning and Enterprise Team with colleagues across the Communities directorate and the wider County Council and working collaboratively with a range of partner agencies and organisations.</li>\n</ul>What are we looking for?<ul>\n<li>Genuine passion for libraries and their role in providing access to trusted information. Excited by the challenge of providing an accessible and universal information service across library networks.</li>\n<li>Experience in curating specialist information for targeted audiences.</li>\n<li>Relevant experience in managing staff and demonstrating strategic leadership with the ability to inspire and motivate action in others.</li>\n<li>Track record of delivering impact for the community through projects and partnerships.</li>\n<li>Chartered Librarian or equivalent level of expertise and good knowledge of information resources and ideally to have experience relevant to public libraries.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication skills with an open mind and positive outlook. Strong interpersonal skills to build impactful working relationships with colleagues and partners.</li>\n<li>Commitment to developing and enhancing the West Sussex library offer.</li>\n</ul>For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached.Working for usAs 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:<ul>\n<li>an excellent <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/about-the-council/pensions/\">local government pension scheme</a>\n</li>\n<li>generous holiday entitlement of 29 days (plus opportunity to buy additional leave)</li>\n<li>a range of flexible working options, depending on your job role</li>\n<li>maternity, paternity, dependency and adoption leave</li>\n<li>volunteering opportunities</li>\n<li>training and development opportunities, including coaching and mentoring</li>\n<li>a range of discounts giving 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 (see our<a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/business-and-consumers/supplying-wscc-with-goods-or-services/staff-discounts/\">Staff discounts page</a> if you are a business looking to offer a discount)</li>\n<li>health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and Voluntary Health Cash Plans</li>\n</ul>For a full list this can be found at our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits page.</a>Further informationThe reference number for this role is CPP01074.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Hiring Manager Katie Gledhill (Lead Manager Library Service)at .For issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href=\"mailto:\"></a>.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 and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31575 - £33624 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-23T08:19:19.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-11T08:19:19.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/e43fb82f-05ed-4fbd-bc98-a2806029b3f2.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"1b983cf9-0982-4e19-8de5-127649496c5f","title":"Residential Childcare Worker","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":"About UsIn the Worthing area, WSCC Residential Services has a fantastic opportunity within a new home that will care for children with a variety of social, emotional, and behavioural needs brought on by early childhood trauma and family breakup. To make sure children receive the right support and have a clear long term plan, the home will function as a temporary emergency assessment home. This unique role will involve working as a team to provide support, specifically to children who would struggle to live with others and would require additional help from their support circle to thrive. We are looking for a driven professional with a child-centred approach to their work who is willing, able, and committed to helping children. Being able to truly impact the lives of the children and their families will come with joining our children's residential roles. You will be a part of a friendly and supportive team who are passionate about their work and commitment to supporting children.For more information, please visit our dedicated Residential website <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/featured-jobs/childrens-residential-care-careers/\">Children's residential care careers (westsussex.gov.uk)</a> The OpportunitySalary: £27,711 - £29,093 per annum including weekend working allowance (salary £26,409-£27,711 plus weekend working allowance of £1,302 - £1,382) Working Pattern: Full time (37 hours) + rota for evening and weekend work Contract: Permanent Location: <a name=\"_Hlk175319448\"></a>This position will be based in a Residential Home in the Worthing area, with the expectation to provide cover in another Residential Home, Blue Cove within Worthing, as and when required.Children's Residential Recruitment and Retention Payment scheme - £1500 during your first 18 monthsTo support recruitment into this vital area West Sussex County Council offer £1,500 during the employee's first 18 months where they are recruited to a new permanent role which is identified as hard to recruit and remain in the County Council's employment during this time. The scheme consists of two payments: £500 after successful completion of 6 months employment (including successful completion of probation where relevant) and £1,000 after 18 months Shifts and rotas - for day work, you will be required to work on a shift rota between 07:00 - 22:00, which will include every other weekend and sleep in duties when needed. This will be discussed and agreed with the successful candidate.Rewards and BenefitsAs an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance, and are rewarded for the work they do.In addition to working within a great team and a competitive salary you will have access to:<img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy9iMzljZmIyMTg0NTNmZTI3YjQ2Y2U2ZTg3NGUyOGJkZC5wbmc=.png?0\" alt=\"\" width=\"596\" height=\"227\">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.About YouTo succeed in this role, you will be:<ul>\n<li>Child centred, with the ability to build warm, positive and strong relationships with our children and young people.</li>\n<li>Caring, creative and passionate about supporting and developing positive outcomes for our children and young people</li>\n<li>A positive role model, supporting them to thrive and achieve their full potential.</li>\n<li>Helping to provide a nurturing, positive and safe environment, ensuring that we meet our statutory obligations to the highest standards possible.</li>\n<li>A good listener, patient and treat all with respect, kindness and dignity</li>\n<li>To promote and encourage a multi-agency approach to support the child.</li>\n<li>Qualified to Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent or willing to work towards this.</li>\n</ul>If you would like to join a newly created team, helping to shape our new home, please take a look at the attached job description to see if you have the skills, qualifications and experience to be a Residential Childcare Worker.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05350.For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, please contact one of the following people;Theo Barclay (Registered Manager) <a href=\"mailto:\"></a>Elaine West (Resourcing Advisor) <a href=\"mailto:\"></a> To apply, upload your CV and cover letter, explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role, ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV.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 an occupational health check. A fully employment history will be requested and covered for this role.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£27711 - £29093 per annum + Including Weekend Working allowance","publishDate":"2025-04-23T03:08:44.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-23T03:08:44.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/f5508f0f-7a66-4a46-b9a2-0051cb3d6760.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"659f45fe-9af7-406c-b31a-0d3352250406","title":"Support Worker","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Burgess Hill","locationType":3,"description":"Here at Burnside Day Opportunity Hub, we have an exciting opportunity for a Support Worker to join our team.About the JobSalary: £24,790 - £25,138 Working Pattern: Full Time 37 hours (Monday - Friday) Contract Length: Permanent Location: Burnside Day Opportunity Hub, Burgess HillAbout Burnside Day Opportunity HubBurnside's day opportunity hub is all on the ground floor. It has a large garden, with accessible pathways linking a small outdoor gym, covered outside seating, and plenty of shaded spots for the summer months.The hub has a variety of identifiable, focused areas, including: * Accessible training kitchen * Sensory/relaxation spaces * Art and craft studio * Garden studio * Computer suite * Dedicated spaces for drama, dance and fitnessAbout YouTo become a Support Worker with us you will be:<ul>\n<li>Passionate about supporting people to be the best they can be.</li>\n<li>Bring a passion, or skill to the team that you can spark some excitement with the people we care for it can be anything at all from baking, to bird watching, to crafting. We are always looking to inspire people & would love to see what you could bring to the team.</li>\n<li>Supporting people to have the opportunities to learn and grow.</li>\n<li>A good listener, patient and treat all with respect, kindness and dignity.</li>\n<li>Ensure people have opportunity to be involved in/Co-produce every aspect of their care and support.</li>\n<li>Support people to maintain friendships/relationships important to them and to make new friendships/relationships.</li>\n<li>Support people to maintain their health.</li>\n</ul>Key SkillsIf you feel this is the role for you take a look at the attached job description and see the full list of skills, qualifications, and experience required to be a Support Worker. Please note these will be used as the shortlisting criteria.Qualifications / experience<ul>\n<li>Adult Care Worker - Level 2 or equivalent is desirable. If you do not have this qualification it is expected that you will begin this immediately after your 6-month probationary period.</li>\n<li>Basic literacy and numeracy skills in order to record and document activities.</li>\n<li>Basic knowledge of Health and Safety practice, First Aid and Fire procedures, Moving and Handling of people is also desirable.</li>\n<li>UK full driving license - Desirable\n</li>\n</ul>Reward and BenefitsOur values and support for one another is intrinsic to everything we do and will be a key priority within the assessment for this post. 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.<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>Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres.</li>\n</ul>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.How to ApplyUpload your CV and complete the application explaining the key skills listed on the Job Description and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.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.The reference number for this role is CAFHE05381. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£24790 - £25138 per annum +","publishDate":"2025-04-22T07:42:52.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-04-29T07:42:52.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/77cbce5d-2d63-4848-a41c-4889cd202812.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"aad4ac61-b24e-4e14-92a2-cf299f076c63","title":"Social Worker / Senior Social Worker - LLS Transition","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Horsham","locationType":3,"description":"About UsWest Sussex County Council is a diverse organisation that provides services to more than 850,000 residents. If you are thinking why join West Sussex there is a supportive culture that is second to none. Employees are genuinely valued, respected and there is an emphasis on work life balance.Working in the Transition Teams is all about making a positive difference for young people on their journey to adulthood. We recruit colleagues who share our passion for supporting young people to be ambitious and develop lives of their own. If you join us you will be welcomed into supportive teams who will encourage you to be the best colleague that you can be.We aim to: - Offer early intervention - Build on an individual's strengths to develop skills and independence - Build and promote links with the individual's community - Promote and maintain safety and good health, and - Promote employment and meaningful daily occupation.About The JobSalary: NJC grade 9-11 dependent on experience £35,235 - £45,718 per annum Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week Contract Length: Permanent Location: HorshamThe Transition Teams are county-wide teams that offer a service to young people from the age of 16 who have lifelong disabilities. Lifelong disability transition services are for those young people with physical disability, learning disability and / or autism. The focus of the team is to support people moving from childhood to adulthood and plan for the time after the person turns 18. Transition is a busy and exciting time for workers and young people. You will be expected to work within organisational, policy and legislative frameworks as you support young people to increase their independence and plan for the future. As a Social Worker within a busy community team, you will be responsible for achieving positive change and improved outcomes for young people. You will have a varied, complex caseload, and provide an accountable social care service to those people who access or need the service. You will be undertaking high quality assessments and reviews including mental capacity act assessments, responding to safeguarding enquiries, and working as part of a team. You will be expected to work within organisational, policy and legislative requirements. You will have the opportunity to apply your social work skills, experience and values to the work that you do in supporting young people, their support networks and your team.Experience and SkillsKey Skills (These will be used as the shortlisting criteria so please cover with examples within your application):1. Good assessment skills, including the ability to ensure regular reviews and risk management with a variety of individuals, carers or families. 2. Able to effectively prioritise work and meet deadlines. 3. Able to analyse and interpret complex situations and people-related information, prioritise needs and formulate plans for intervention and service provision. 4. Able to work in partnership with carers, colleagues and external agencies to deliver an effective service. 5. Highly developed communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal format, to explain complicated information to others and to use negotiation and persuasion skills to encourage others to adopt a course of action they might otherwise not wish to take. 6. Able to recognise limits of own accountability and responsibility and seek appropriate support, advice and supervision.Please refer to the relevant job description for your level of experience for full Qualification and/or experience requirements. Includes:* Degree in relevant professional or equivalent qualification e.g. Certificate of Qualification in Social Work or Diploma in Social Work. * Completion of relevant post-qualifying training. * Registration with the relevant professional registration body and responsibility for maintaining registration with that body.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.West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme (if you meet the essential criteria), this can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£35235 - £45718 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-17T12:39:42.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-01T12:39:42.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/341f13fd-75cb-4466-8948-4b6965620ffd.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"4b11c067-c035-40cf-bcb3-25ab0f9d4245","title":"Advanced Assistant Care Manager - Changing Futures Programme","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Shoreham-By-Sea","locationType":3,"description":"About UsChanging Futures is a Pan Sussex system change programme focussing on improving the system for people experiencing multiple disadvantage. It is one of 15 national Programme's bringing together public and community sector partners to redesign ways that local systems and services are delivered, designed and commissioned to better meet the needs for adults experiencing multiple disadvantage. Multiple disadvantage is defined by the national Changing Futures Programme as 'people who experience three or more of: homelessness, current or historical offending, substance misuse, domestic violence and mental ill health'. To find out more please visit<a href=\"https://www.changingfuturessussex.org/\"> Social Care | Changing Futures Sussex</a>.The Changing Futures Programme Sussex aims to create an environment where individuals experiencing multiple complex needs, who repeatedly fall through the net of service provision, receive flexible, trauma informed, person-centred support. The Programme aims to enable positive changes in services; to make them better connected, and easier to access. Changing Futures Sussex works in partnership and is embedded across the three Local Authority areas: East Sussex, West Sussex, and Brighton & Hove.You'll work alongside colleagues from the Communities Directorate, Adult Social Care, and third-sector organisations in a newly developed team. Together, we bring a range of expertise to deliver intensive, holistic support for a small caseload of people across West Sussex who face multiple disadvantages - including homelessness or insecure housing, involvement with the criminal justice system, substance use, domestic abuse, and mental health challenges.About The JobSalary: £31,586 to £34,314 per annum Working Pattern: Full-time, 37 hours per week Contract Type: Fixed-term until March 2026* Location: Office-based in Shoreham, covering the Adur, Arun, and Worthing areas Interview Date: Week commencing 19th May*If you're an internal candidate, this position may be available as a secondment. Please ensure you discuss this with your manager before applying.We're excited to offer an opportunity for an Advanced Assistant Care Manager to join the Changing Futures Programme Sussex, as part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team (MDT) within the Communities Directorate at West Sussex County Council.Your Key ResponsibilitiesAs an Advanced Assistant Care Manager, you'll:<ul>\n<li>Provide intensive, person-centred support to help individuals lead meaningful, independent lives.</li>\n<li>Undertake strengths-based assessments under the guidance of a Social Work England-registered social worker and help develop and implement care and support plans that improve wellbeing and deliver outcomes.</li>\n<li>Carry out risk assessments and assessments under the Mental Capacity Act 2005, appropriate to your skills, knowledge, and experience.</li>\n<li>Represent Adult Services in multi-disciplinary forums related to housing, homelessness, substance misuse, and self-neglect.</li>\n<li>Manage a small budget for emergency provisions and subsistence to support people in urgent need.</li>\n</ul>In addition, you'll need to build a working knowledge of housing legislation and understand how it intersects with adult social care responsibilities.What You'll NeedThis role requires flexibility and resilience. You'll need to:<ul>\n<li>Work flexibly to support customers, carers, and families as needed.</li>\n<li>Travel across the county, including to locations not easily accessible by public transport.</li>\n<li>Be comfortable working with individuals who may be living in unsafe or unhygienic conditions and engaging in high-risk lifestyles.</li>\n</ul>A key aspect of this role involves identifying systemic barriers, adopting creative approaches, and contributing to continuous learning and development across the team.Experience and SkillsKey Skills (please cover with examples within your application as these are the short listing criteria):<ul>\n<li>Ability to develop and deliver innovative solutions for individuals, to engage with community assets and minimise the need for long-term formal support.</li>\n<li>A passion for enabling people to live independent and meaningful lives that meet their personal aspirations.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with a range of stakeholders to provide clear advice and guidance.</li>\n<li>Ability to recognise the limits of own accountability and responsibility, and to know when to seek appropriate support, advice and supervision.</li>\n<li>Ability to develop relationships within a multi-agency working environment that has contributed to improvements to individuals and or services.</li>\n<li>Experience of working within the statutory requirements of Adult Social Care, with experience of working in a hands-on role.</li>\n<li>Experience of strengths-based assessment of needs, and negotiating and implementing effective plans and outcomes working in partnership to meet people's outcomes.</li>\n<li>Experience of working with adults with homelessness, current or historical offending, substance misuse, domestic abuse, and mental ill health.</li>\n<li>Experience of applying a risk enablement approach and using evidence-based practice.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of a variety of associated legislation, for example Care Act, Mental Capacity, safeguarding, housing regulations, tenancy law.</li>\n<li>Good working knowledge of District and Borough housing sector</li>\n</ul>Further InformationFor 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.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£31586 - £34314 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-17T03:17:54.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-08T03:17:54.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/9b567fa7-1f4a-40ad-b398-1330197120df.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"0e32bd0a-1bb2-4f48-9c1e-6ea430e31935","title":"Social Worker - Changing Futures Programme Sussex","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Shoreham-By-Sea","locationType":3,"description":"About the RoleChanging Futures is a Pan Sussex system change programme focussing on improving the system for people experiencing multiple disadvantage. It is one of 15 national Programme's bringing together public and community sector partners to redesign ways that local systems and services are delivered, designed and commissioned to better meet the needs for adults experiencing multiple disadvantage. Multiple disadvantage is defined by the national Changing Futures Programme as 'people who experience three or more of: homelessness, current or historical offending, substance misuse, domestic violence and mental ill health'. To find out more please visit<a href=\"https://www.changingfuturessussex.org/\"> Social Care | Changing Futures Sussex</a>.The Changing Futures Programme Sussex aims to create an environment where individuals experiencing multiple complex needs, who repeatedly fall through the net of service provision, receive flexible, trauma informed, person-centred support. The Programme aims to enable positive changes in services; to make them better connected, and easier to access. Changing Futures Sussex works in partnership and is embedded across the three Local Authority areas: East Sussex, West Sussex, and Brighton & HoveAbout The JobSalary: £38,626 to £41,511 per annum Working Pattern: Full-time, 37 hours per week Contract Type: Fixed-term until March 2026* Location: Office-based in Shoreham, covering the Adur, Arun, and Worthing areas Interview Date: Week commencing 19th May*If you are an internal candidate, this position may be available as a secondment. Please ensure you discuss this with your manager before applying.We are excited to offer an opportunity for a Social Worker to join the Changing Futures Programme Sussex, as part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team (MDT) within the Communities Directorate at West Sussex County Council.You will work within a newly developed MDT alongside colleagues from the Communities Directorate, Adult Social Care, and third-sector partners. The team combines a broad range of skills and expertise in multi-disciplinary assessments and support services. Together, we take a holistic, assertive outreach approach to support a small caseload of clients across West Sussex who are facing homelessness (or insecure housing), involvement with the criminal justice system, substance misuse, domestic violence, and mental health challenges.As a Social Worker, your role will be twofold:<ul>\n<li class=\"\">Providing intensive, person-centred support to help clients lead meaningful, independent lives.</li>\n<li class=\"\">Undertaking traditional social work duties such as assessments, support planning, and reviews.</li>\n</ul>A key part of this role is identifying systemic challenges, working flexibly, and drawing on creative solutions and best practices to overcome barriers faced by people with multiple disadvantages. There is a strong emphasis on continuous learning and practice development.Experience and SkillsKey Skills (please cover with examples within your application as these are the short listing criteria):<ul>\n<li>Ability to apply a risk enablement approach and use evidence-based practice.</li>\n<li>Ability to analyse and interpret people related information and data to prioritise needs and formulate plans for intervention and service provision.</li>\n<li>Ability to provide informal supervision and develop the capabilities of less experienced social care practitioners, and to mentor and coach students and apprentices.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with a range of stakeholders to provide clear advice and guidance and interventions.</li>\n<li>Ability to recognise the limits of own accountability and responsibility, know when to seek appropriate support, advice and supervision, and to prioritise and organise work and meet agreed performance expectations.</li>\n<li>Sound and accurate IT skills to ensure effective record keeping, compliant with data protection and respecting confidentiality.</li>\n<li>Degree in Social Work, or a recognised equivalent Social Work qualification, e.g. Diploma in Social Work.</li>\n<li>Registered with Social Work England.</li>\n<li>Experience of undertaking assessments and social work intervention planning, implementation and review by means of creative and pragmatic solutions.</li>\n<li>\nGood up-to-date working knowledge of relevant legislation, e.g. Care Act (2014), Mental Capacity Act (2005) etc.\n</li>\n<li>Valid, full driving licence - Desirable</li>\n</ul>Further InformationWe 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.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. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£38626 - £41511 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-17T03:10:56.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-01T03:10:56.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/e24015d7-7c4a-476d-9448-4c2dc50c28cd.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"604b2aa2-54a5-4d6c-9d48-ecdc8299b6b4","title":"Team Manager - Changing Futures Programme Sussex","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Shoreham-By-Sea","locationType":3,"description":"About UsChanging Futures is a Pan Sussex system change programme focussing on improving the system for people experiencing multiple disadvantage. It is one of 15 national Programme's bringing together public and community sector partners to redesign ways that local systems and services are delivered, designed and commissioned to better meet the needs for adults experiencing multiple disadvantage. Multiple disadvantage is defined by the national Changing Futures Programme as 'people who experience three or more of: homelessness, current or historical offending, substance misuse, domestic violence and mental ill health'. To find out more please visit<a href=\"https://www.changingfuturessussex.org/\"> Social Care | Changing Futures Sussex</a>.The Changing Futures Programme Sussex aims to create an environment where individuals experiencing multiple complex needs, who repeatedly fall through the net of service provision, receive flexible, trauma informed, person-centred support. The Programme aims to enable positive changes in services; to make them better connected, and easier to access. Changing Futures Sussex works in partnership and is embedded across the three Local Authority areas: East Sussex, West Sussex, and Brighton & Hove.About The JobSalary: £53,350 to £57,005 per annum Working Pattern: Full-time, 37 hours per week Contract Type: Fixed-term until March 2026* Location: Office-based in Shoreham, covering the Adur, Arun, and Worthing areas Interview Date: Week commencing 19th May*If you are an internal candidate, this position may be available as a secondment. Please ensure you discuss this with your manager before applying.Are you an inspiring and effective leader ready to take on a pivotal role in delivering high-quality operational services? We're looking for a Social Work Team Manager to join our team - someone who can manage performance, lead with vision, and drive positive outcomes for both service users and staff.As a Social Work Team Manager, you will play a vital leadership role in shaping and delivering high-quality adult social care services. You'll be confident in navigating and advising on complex statutory frameworks including the Care Act 2014, Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, and related legislation. Your expertise will guide decision-making and ensure compliance across the team.In this key position, you'll lead and manage a dedicated team, acting as the principal professional within your service area. You'll oversee planning, coordination, and delivery of activities and objectives, ensuring consistent performance and continuous improvement. Your expertise will contribute to shaping the future of the service, and you'll play a crucial role in building strong relationships and influencing across the organisation and beyond.. You'll provide specialist advice and guidance across departments, support policy development, and tackle complex challenges - whether they're technical, professional, resource-based, or people-related. You'll uphold and champion equality, diversity, and inclusion, while also adhering to the highest standards, including those set out by Social Work England.We place a strong emphasis on learning and development. Our team is committed not just to delivering services, but to identifying and overcoming system barriers, using innovative approaches and best practice to support individuals experiencing multiple disadvantage.What we're looking for:<ul>\n<li>Proven leadership and management experience in a professional setting</li>\n<li>Ability to think strategically and deliver operational outcomes</li>\n<li>Strong relationship-building and influencing skills</li>\n<li>A collaborative, flexible approach to solving challenges</li>\n</ul>Experience and SkillsKey Skills (please cover with examples within your application as these are the short listing criteria):<ul>\n<li>Ability to make sound, pragmatic, problem-solving decisions including tackling difficult problems of a technical, professional, resource or people-related nature.</li>\n<li>Excellent communication skills with ability to influence actions by others and negotiate effective business solutions.</li>\n<li>Research and knowledge management skills; able to apply project management principles and practices.</li>\n<li>Leadership, effective people management and performance management skills and the ability to provide direction and support to individuals and teams during complex situations.</li>\n<li>Ability to challenge existing practices and identify innovative strength-based solutions within the required frameworks.</li>\n<li>Sound and accurate IT skills for general office duties, producing reports and research.</li>\n<li>Post graduate professional qualification relevant to the professional service specialism (such as CQSW/CSS/DipSW or BA/MA in Social Work or equivalent and PQSW).</li>\n<li>Significant and broad experience demonstrating applied 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>Registration with Social Work England and responsibility for maintaining registration.</li>\n<li>Significant post-qualification experience in dealing with diverse issues.</li>\n<li>Demonstrable experience of delivering or co-ordinating a quality customer-focussed service to others.</li>\n<li>Experience of managing and leading staff.</li>\n<li>Experience of managing a small budget and/or contributing to financially related decisions on larger spends.</li>\n<li>Experience of supporting initiatives in a political environment.</li>\n</ul>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.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. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£53350 - £57005 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-17T02:57:42.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-08T02:57:42.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/0c66b66c-9240-46d9-81a9-341d63f7fd5c.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"aeb7f7a0-7e58-4561-8da1-05c426aa1a6e","title":"Dedicated AMHP Hub Senior Social Work Practitioner","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Worthing","locationType":3,"description":"About usThis is an exciting time to join the County and be part of a new specialist Mental Health Social Work Service, that incorporates Older People's and Working Age Mental Health Social Work Teams and a Countywide AMHP Service.We are building a centre of excellence and are keen to recruit passionate and committed individuals, who hold the same values that we do. We provide a working environment that values professional supervision and offers the right balance between challenge and support. This provides our workforce with what they need to deliver the best possible outcomes for our residents. We work to ensure that innovation and evidence-based practice underpins what we do and that we maintain an environment within which our social workers can develop and progress in their careers. If you have the talent and ambition to achieve the best for the people we serve, then we will support you to progress and develop throughout your social work career. We offer a comprehensive training programme for the development of our AMHP's, ensuring you have the most up to date knowledge and skills to undertake this essential role. We offer our dedicated AMHP staff regular specialist supervision and an enhanced pay offer for undertaking this important role. About the jobSalary: NJC Grade 12 £46,731 to £49,764 Working Pattern: Full Time 37 hours Contract Type: Permanent Location: Worthing Please note that WSCC offer a Relocation Allowance for this role: If you relocate for a role with us then we can offer a tax free relocation allowance of £8,000. We have the following permanent dedicated Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) Hub Senior Social Work Practitioner grade 12 post available:*Rolling rota. This involves working an 8 week repeating pattern that essentially consists of 7-3 shifts one week and 2-10pm another and includes some weekend hours, bank holidays (additional pay when worked) with an enhancement of 18%.Please ask to see a copy of the rota pattern if you are interested.This role will involve a combination of going out to assess under MHA and working as a lead to take referrals and triage / prioritise according to risk.The base location for this role is Bridge House, Worthing but generally this role is remote working. Please note that the AMHP hub covers the whole of WSCC.Any questions or for more information please contact Joanne Cooper Team Manager on 07715242490 / Rewards and benefitsOur values and support for one another is intrinsic to everything we do and will be a key priority within the assessment for this post. 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.<img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy83MmVlODMyYmFkNDNhNmEwNzVkNTQ0OWM5ODdkMGI3ZC5wbmc=.png?0\" alt=\"\">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.Further informationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE04815.Any questions, or for more information please contact Joanne Cooper Team Manager on 07715242490 / <a href=\"mailto:\"></a> or Zowina Green <a href=\"mailto:\"></a> For issues or queries regarding your application please contact .To apply, upload your CV and cover letter explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.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. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£46731 - £49764 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-17T02:32:45.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-01T02:32:45.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/f97cd655-ca85-41ed-8406-a7123031899d.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"dcb2c638-5662-4698-95df-f5a24d866249","title":"Social Worker or Advanced Social Worker - Family Safeguarding","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Chichester, West Sussex","locationType":3,"description":"About the JobSalary: £42,003 - £54,533 (inclusive of market supplement) Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full time, hybrid working 37 hours per week Location: Durban House, Bognor Regis / County Hall, Chichester with countywide travel\"In West Team, you have a voice that is listened to and a management team that understand the saying 'one size fits all' doesn't always work with the children and family's we are working with. Management allows you to think outside the box, be creative and come up with ideas that help better support the family and children that we support and protect.\" - Jade, Social Worker with Family Safeguarding West Team. Joining the Family Safeguarding team in Chichester or Bognor Regis, you will be undertaking meaningful evidence-based interventions that contribute to improved levels of engagement and safeguarding with parents and children. All of our staff are trained on the new Family Safeguarding model and motivational interviewing.We are looking for passionate, motivated, and resilient social workers who are excited by a new way of delivering support to children and families to enable lasting change. You will have specialist knowledge of social work practice and expertise to take the lead in complex situations, with the support of our fantastic small practice teams. You will work within a positive, nurturing environment where successes are celebrated and individuals within the team are supported to grow and develop.For further information about us and about working in Children's Social Care at West Sussex County Council, please visit <a href=\"http://www.westsussex.gov.uk/CSCR\">Careers in children's social work in West Sussex</a>.How We Support You\"My managers have provided me with great support with case work, personal learning and when any personal circumstances have come up…I would thoroughly recommend being a social worker in West, it is a supportive and rewarding environment to be part of.\" - George, Social Worker with Family Safeguarding West Team.At West Sussex County Council we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where you can achieve your full potential, gain a healthy work-life balance, and are rewarded for the work you do with clear pathways to achieve your future aspirations. A few examples of these include:<ul>\n<li>Flexible and hybrid working options within your small practice teams, managed by a Team Manager and supported by Child & Family Workers as well as additional flexible administrative support from Coordinators embedded within the service.</li>\n<li>Regular group supervision and peer learning alongside specialist roles within the team to focus on the most vulnerable children.</li>\n<li>We pay your Social Worker England registration fee.</li>\n<li>Excellent learning and development provisions with 5 CPD and training days per year and access to Research in Practice and Community Care Inform.</li>\n<li>An excellent <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/about-the-council/pensions/\">local government pension scheme</a>\n</li>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement of up to 29 days (plus opportunity to buy additional leave)</li>\n<li>Health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and Voluntary Health Cash Plans.</li>\n</ul><ul><li>For a full list this can be found at our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits page.</a>\n</li></ul><img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy9iMzljZmIyMTg0NTNmZTI3YjQ2Y2U2ZTg3NGUyOGJkZC5wbmc=.png?1742482167990\" alt=\"\" width=\"1198\" height=\"456\"> About YouJust some of the skills and experience you will need include: <ul>\n<li>Analyse and interpret complex information and data, being able to prioritise needs and devise plans for intervention and provision.</li>\n<li>Proactively work as a member of the team to make accurate assessments of needs and negotiate and implement effective outcomes.</li>\n<li>Develop strong relationships, working alongside carers, colleagues and external agencies to deliver an effective service.</li>\n<li>Communicate clearly and effectively in both written and oral format, including the ability to explain complicated information to a variety of people and use negotiation and persuasion skills to encourage others to adopt a course of action they may not wish to take.</li>\n</ul><ul>\n<li>A recognised Social Work qualification e.g. Degree in Social Work, Post Graduate Certificate in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent as recognised by the relevant professional body.</li>\n<li>Completion of relevant post qualifying training.</li>\n<li>Registration with the relevant professional registration body and maintaining registration with that body.</li>\n<li>You will need to be able to travel independently around the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Pool cars are available.</li>\n</ul>For a full list of key skills and experience please refer to the job description attached. Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05719.To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and application form . In your application form please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£42003 - £54533 per annum + local gov pension scheme, hybrid working","publishDate":"2025-04-17T02:32:26.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T02:32:26.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/797f3d83-cd04-4b40-9331-e7c30350e244.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a8840e0a-2a47-4652-a0de-7de3b356115f","title":"Leaving Care Housing Support Worker","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":"Salary: £22,899 to £24,853 per annum pro rata (Full Time Equivalent is £28,624 to £31,067 per annum) Contract Type: Fixed term due to project funding Working Pattern: Part time - 29.6 hours per week Location: Based at Bridge House - Worthing, when not out visiting young people or required to be in the office then home working is available.Do you have experience in supporting, families/young people/care leavers?Do you have experience of supporting care leavers/young people who are at risk of becoming homeless?Do you have excellent communication skills and are you great with IT?Then it might be you we are looking for…As a Leaving Care Housing Support Worker, you will be engaging with our care leavers who are homeless or at risk, to support them to explore the options available to them. You will provide intensive support to help them to prioritise their housing needs and ensure they understand their housing options and the best matches that will offer them a good housing pathway.The support you will provide to our care leavers will be practical and may involve attending meetings, helping with budgeting, as well as understanding how they are better equipped to maintain a tenancy and address their homelessness difficulties. In this role you will work collaboratively alongside our Personal Advisors, as well as external agencies such as housing providers, substance misuse, adult social care, mental health workers and probation services to address the issues that are increasing care leavers risks of homelessness.Whilst this work can be very rewarding, it can also be emotionally demanding, for example, involving significant work dealing with vulnerable young people who can have complex needs. The role could also involve exposure to challenging behaviour from our young people who access our services.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:<img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy83MmVlODMyYmFkNDNhNmEwNzVkNTQ0OWM5ODdkMGI3ZC5wbmc=.png?0\" alt=\"\" width=\"1198\" height=\"456\">For a full list this can be found at our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits page.</a>About YouTo be successful in this role you need to:<ul>\n<li>Have experience of direct work with young people and the ability to work effectively with care leavers in crisis to provide a solution focussed approach.</li>\n<li>Have extensive experience of working with young people/families at risk of homelessness.</li>\n<li>Have the ability to manage casework for the children/young people ensuring that needs are reviewed, objectives are set and measuring progress of these.</li>\n<li>Engage, communicate and work creatively in partnership with the children/young people we support, their support networks and partner organisation.</li>\n<li>Analyse and interpret complex data and information and make informed decisions, recommendations and prioritise on this basis to gain positive outcomes.</li>\n<li>Have experience of using a range of direct work interventions in crisis situations, working with young people and their families and or support networks.</li>\n<li>Have an NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent qualification/experience, demonstrating a level of ability in working with young people and families and or support networks.</li>\n<li>Be able to travel independently around the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Pool cars and pool bikes are available.</li>\n</ul>For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached.About UsAt West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for all children, young people, families, and our workforce. We are committed to improving our services for children, young people, and families in West Sussex that we support. You will join us at a key time in our improvement journey.We have established a new and experienced leadership team driving forward our 'Children First' improvement plan. We don't underestimate the work that needs to be done and the challenge ahead. That's why we need professionals, like you, who really want to be part of the positive change that is happening in the Care Leavers service. Be part of an ambitious improvement plan and make a significant difference to the Care Leavers in West Sussex - there has never been a more rewarding time to join!The Care Leavers service work with our care leavers between the ages of 17-25 in their transition to adulthood. Personal Advisors support care leavers to develop the skills needed to live independently and to be aspirational in identifying and achieving their goals, including healthy living, stable homes and good educational opportunities. Transitioning into adulthood is a challenging time for any young people. This is especially so for our care leavers who have often experienced trauma and may have complex needs including mental health, substance use and offending behaviours.Click here to find out more about the team - <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/featured-jobs/leaving-care-team-jobs/\">Leaving Care Team jobs - West Sussex County Council</a>Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05707.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact or for general queries please contact .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 an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page.EC","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£28624 - £31067 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-17T02:22:50.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-01T02:22:50.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/49518bb5-da2a-41e7-8366-0b22312f8bd4.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"5048baa2-12c3-4dc5-99ce-220b12af6ab0","title":"CYPL Coordinator","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":"About The JobSalary: £26,409 to £27,711 per annum Contract Type: Permanent Working Pattern: Full Time - 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5pm) Location: Based in County Hall North, Horsham - hybrid working availableYou will be providing self-directed and proactive, confidential professional business and administrative support. This will include directly supporting the work of social workers by updating databases, attending complex meetings to produce written records, and providing support to senior leaders to enable them to deliver their strategic objectives and key outcomes.By providing professional business and administrative support you will be making a difference to the work of Children, Young People and Learning Directorate and enhancing the effectiveness of the whole team. More detailed descriptions and information can be found in the Job Descriptions attached.Experience and SkillsJust a few key skills you will need include:<ul>\n<li>Work independently, confidently, flexibly and in close partnership with others in the Directorate and wider organisation.</li>\n<li>Good time management to manage short deadlines and conflicting priorities.</li>\n<li>Excellent Word and Excel skills, and the ability to concentrate over long periods of time to take accurate and comprehensive notes during meetings on complex and sensitive subjects.</li>\n<li>Resilience and excellent interpersonal skills when dealing with vulnerable individuals or those with complex problems, and occasional challenging behaviours from those accessing the service.</li>\n<li>Handle information with sensitivity and confidentiality.</li>\n<li>GCSE English and Maths, or equivalent qualification or experience operating at this level of literacy and numeracy.</li>\n<li>Recognised qualification in office skills or administration, or a business-related subject at level 2 or 3 of the national qualifications framework, or have acquired equivalent experience within the workplace.</li>\n</ul>For full list of Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached.Rewards and BenefitsAs an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where you can achieve your full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work you do. Upon joining us you will have access to a range of benefits including: <img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy83MmVlODMyYmFkNDNhNmEwNzVkNTQ0OWM5ODdkMGI3ZC5wbmc=.png?0\" alt=\"\">For a full list this can be found at our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits page.</a>About UsHere at West Sussex County Council, we are passionate about our children and our workforce. We are committed to improving our services for the children and families in West Sussex we support.We are committed to improving our services for the children and families we support in West Sussex. In May 2023 Ofsted Inspectors praised West Sussex County Council's Children's Services for its 'relentless approach to improving practice,' giving the service an overall rating of 'requires improvement', with 'good' judgements for children in care and leadership and management. The judgements on children needing help and protection and children leaving care are they 'require improvement to be good'.We don't underestimate the work that still needs to be done and the challenge ahead. That's why we need professionals, like you, who really want to be part of the positive change that is happening. Be part of an ambitious improvement plan and make a significant difference to children and families in West Sussex. There's never been a more rewarding time to join.For further information about us and about working in Children's Social Care at West Sussex County Council, please visit <a href=\"http://www.westsussex.gov.uk/CSCR\">Careers in children's social work in West Sussex</a>.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05533.For any query regarding the role, please contact Tana Jackson <a href=\"mailto:\"></a>. If you have general queries around your application, you can contact <a href=\"mailto:\"></a>.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 explain 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 3 years referencing and a health check.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page. EC ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£26409 - £27711 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-17T02:18:21.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-01T02:18:21.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/2a799502-59a2-439a-b996-badd56628a16.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"a7b76138-0666-481f-a0f6-37bf11662ba8","title":"Social Worker or Advanced Social Worker - Family Safeguarding","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":"About the JobSalary: £44,015 - £56,545 (inclusive of 12.5% Market Rate Supplement and Crawley Weighting Allowance) Contract: Fixed Term for Maternity/Parental Leave Cover Working Pattern: Full time, hybrid working 37 hours per week Location: Crawley<img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy80ODcvZmJkYmUxMGU3YjliNTk5MjU4OWJmNjQ1NTU5NDZjNjQucG5n.png?1731334085892\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\">Join our Family Safeguarding East Team in our offered Social Worker or Advanced Social Worker role, and you will be undertaking meaningful evidence-based interventions to facilitate positive change for children and families within a supportive team environment.We are looking for passionate, motivated, and resilient social workers who are excited by a different way of delivering support to children and families to enable lasting change. You will have specialist knowledge of social work practice and expertise to take the lead in complex situations, with the support of our fantastic small practice teams. You will work within a positive, stable team environment where successes are celebrated and individuals have a fantastic platform to develop and grow their skillsets.Family Safeguarding is a whole family strengths-based approach to safeguarding children who may be in need of support or at risk of harm. We work with families with children aged 0-18years to help them identify and make real changes, so that they can stay together, and children can remain safely at home. Our teams are co-located multi-disciplinary teams that include specialist adult practitioners from domestic abuse (to support both victims and perpetrators), substance use/recovery and mental health services ensure that families are getting support at the right time.Internal candidates wishing to apply for this role will be considered for a secondment position. Please can you therefore discuss and agree this with your manager before applying for this position.Rewards & BenefitsAt West Sussex County Council we aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where you can achieve your full potential, gain a healthy work-life balance, and are rewarded for the work you do with clear pathways to achieve your future aspirations. A few examples of these include:<ul>\n<li>Flexible and hybrid working options within your small practice teams, managed by a Team Manager and supported by Child & Family Workers as well as additional flexible administrative support from Coordinators embedded within the service.</li>\n<li>Regular group supervision and peer learning alongside specialist roles within the team to focus on the most vulnerable children.</li>\n<li>We pay your Social Worker England registration fee.</li>\n<li>Excellent learning and development provisions with 5 CPD and training days per year and access to Research in Practice and Community Care Inform.</li>\n<li>An excellent <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/about-the-council/pensions/\">local government pension scheme</a>\n</li>\n<li>Generous holiday entitlement of up to 29 days (plus opportunity to buy additional leave)</li>\n<li>Health and wellbeing benefits including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and Voluntary Health Cash Plans.</li>\n</ul>For a full list this can be found at our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits page.</a>Skills & ExperienceJust some of the skills and experience you will need include:<ul>\n<li>Analyse and interpret complex information and data, being able to prioritise needs and devise plans for intervention and provision.</li>\n<li>Proactively work as a member of the team to make accurate assessments of needs and negotiate and implement effective outcomes.</li>\n<li>Develop strong relationships, working alongside carers, colleagues and external agencies to deliver an effective service.</li>\n<li>Communicate clearly and effectively in both written and oral format, including the ability to explain complicated information to a variety of people and use negotiation and persuasion skills to encourage others to adopt a course of action they may not wish to take.</li>\n</ul><ul>\n<li>A recognised Social Work qualification e.g. Degree in Social Work, Post Graduate Certificate in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent as recognised by the relevant professional body.</li>\n<li>Completion of relevant post qualifying training.</li>\n<li>Registration with the relevant professional registration body and maintaining registration with that body.</li>\n<li>Knowledge of theoretical Social Work concepts and practices, with demonstrable examples of dealing with a breadth of complex issues and situations, for example, attachment, impact of developmental trauma and child development, motivational interviewing, relational practice, solution-focussed interventions and systemic working. A good understanding of anti-oppressive, anti-discriminatory and anti-racist practice in social work.</li>\n<li>You will need to be able to travel independently around the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Pool cars are available.</li>\n</ul>For a full list of key skills and experience for the Advanced Social Worker or Social Worker role, please refer to the appropriate job description attached when applying.About UsHere at West Sussex County Council, we are ambitious for our children and our workforce. We have made great improvements in our service for the children and families in West Sussex over 5 years. You will join us as at a key time on our continuous improvement journey; the service you would be joining has a stable workforce with manageable caseloads and a fully permanent management team. We are proud of the work we do and we are proud to be a supportive and inclusive employer.That's why we need professionals, like you, who really want to be part of the positive change that is happening for children. Be part of an ambitious ongoing improvement plan and make a significant difference to children and families in West Sussex. There has never been a more rewarding time to join.For further information about us and about working in Children's Social Care at West Sussex County Council, please visit <a href=\"http://www.westsussex.gov.uk/CSCR\">Careers in children's social work in West Sussex</a>.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05581.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Heidi Farr at and for issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href=\"mailto:\"></a>.To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and complete our application form. In your application form please outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the appropriate job description) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. We ensure our approach to recruitment is flexible and supportive to enable all applicants to be at their best and to ensure they have the best possible chance of success.We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that have a disability, are a veteran or are a care leaver. More information can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page.","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£38626 - £49764 per annum","publishDate":"2025-04-17T02:10:57.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T02:10:57.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/96e47697-1a8d-442e-992e-14b3d7cceb55.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"eb9b375f-ae4c-4f31-b824-9f6267f99570","title":"Family Support Lead","employer":"West Sussex County Council","department":"","location":"Crawley, West Sussex","locationType":3,"description":"About UsThe Family Time Team arrange and deliver sessions where Children's Social Care Services are required to supervise a child's time with a parent or family members with whom they are not resident.About The JobSalary: £39,187- £42,072 (includes Crawley Weighting Allowance) Contract: Secondment or Fixed Term, maternity cover Working Pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week Location: Office based at Teasel Close, CrawleyInternal candidates wishing to apply for this role will be considered for a secondment position. Please can you therefore discuss and agree this with your manager before applying for this position.We're recruiting for a Family Support Lead to join our team based at our Family Time Centre in Crawley, whose leadership will support children to have safe, supportive and enriching family time sessions.As a key member of the team, the Family Support Lead will act as a lead professional responsible for delivering an operational service to families who access or need it. You will work in a multi-agency way to ensure children are central to all coordinated responses. You will support the team and colleagues within the service, carrying out regular management oversight and making the initial decisions on risk level to ensure the service meet the needs of children and families. You will ensure clients receive regular feedback and progress regarding their cases from agencies and organisations.We are looking for a confident and resilient leader who can effectively motivate their team and manage expectations across a range of multi-disciplinary services. You will thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment and demonstrate exceptional organisational to manage the high volume of referrals this team receives. You will have excellent IT skills, particularly with Excel spreadsheets. You will handle potentially volatile scenarios and navigate conflict with professionalism, while always prioritising the safety and wellbeing of all involved. A successful candidate will be passionate about creating positive and enriching experiences for the children we support.As the needs of families do not always fit into traditional working hours, and in order to deliver the best outcomes for children and families, it is expected that the Family Support Lead will be flexible with regular working hours. The role also requires you to be able to travel throughout the County including to locations that are not always easily accessible by public transport.Experience and SkillsJust some of the key skills required for the role: <ul>\n<li>Excellent crisis management skills with the ability to deal with stressful, difficult situations and the leadership ability to motivate others to provide the highest possible level of service to families and Social Care.</li>\n<li>Good assessment skills, with the ability to analyse and interpret complex and varied people-related information and data in order to prioritise needs and to negotiate and implement effective support and service provision.</li>\n<li>Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with families in crisis and manage conflict, containing anxieties and working within the boundaries of the role.</li>\n<li>Excellent advisory, guiding, negotiating and persuasive skills in order to encourage others to adopt a particular course of action.</li>\n<li>Computer literacy with sound and accurate IT skills, particularly with excel, and the ability to maintain databases and appropriate records.</li>\n<li>Educated to degree level or equivalent level of significant experience demonstrating comprehensive understanding of social care.</li>\n<li>Advanced theoretical, practical and procedural knowledge of legislation and national policy developments regarding children and young people and the implications for practise.</li>\n<li>Experience of managing levels of risk with the families and identifying complex needs.</li>\n<li>Advanced knowledge of safeguarding children.</li>\n<li>A valid full driving license is preferable.</li>\n</ul>For full list please read the job description attached.Rewards and BenefitsAs an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work they do.In addition to working within a great team and a brilliant opportunity you will receive:<img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy9iMzljZmIyMTg0NTNmZTI3YjQ2Y2U2ZTg3NGUyOGJkZC5wbmc=.png?1742482167990\" alt=\"\" width=\"1198\" height=\"456\">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.Further InformationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05306.To apply, please follow the links below to upload your CV and application form. In your application form outline your motivations for applying and explain how you meet the key skills listed in full and the experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills) ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check. Being able to drive a car is essential due to it being a countywide service and children we care for potentially being placed out of county.West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/help-applying-for-jobs/\">application help</a> page. ","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£39187 - £42072 per annum + local gov pension scheme","publishDate":"2025-04-17T02:10:46.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-05T02:10:46.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.lgjobs.com/logos/logos/debaee1e-25aa-493c-950d-c42b7d2f7c0d.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"9ddc5c1d-c858-4c1b-b92c-ec509c947d39","title":"Service Manager - Adoption South East","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":"The OpportunitySalary: £37,605 to £39,726 per annum pro rata (Full Time Equivalent: £62,676 to £66,211 per annum) Contract Type: Permanent Working Pattern: Part time - 22.2 hours per week including Wednesdays Location: Hybrid working across four Local Authorities, with an office base at County Hall North, HorshamWe're looking for a Service Manager to join our Adoption South East Senior Leadership Team. In joining our team, you will lead Social Workers and Managers employed by all four local authorities in finding the right families for children with a plan for adoption.We work to a hybrid working model, meaning that although you would have an administrative base in Horsham, team members work largely remotely, making best use of technology, but with the option to touch base at any of our offices across the region. Regular team meetings are conducted both online and in person at a central base.This is an opportunity to join a supportive and committed team of adoption professionals. You will provide professional leadership with a particular focus upon child centred family finding, ensuring effective practices in situations of complexity, risk, uncertainty and challenge, in line with the Professional Capabilities Framework.If you are a qualified social worker, with management experience and you share our commitment to children and families, we would be delighted to hear from you.Rewards and BenefitsAs an employer we recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive and dynamic working environment where employees can achieve their full potential, achieve a healthy work-life balance and are rewarded for the work they do. Upon joining us you will have access to a range of benefits including:<img src=\"https://static.lumessetalentlink.com/repository/NDgzQF9AL2ltYWdlcy83MmVlODMyYmFkNDNhNmEwNzVkNTQ0OWM5ODdkMGI3ZC5wbmc=.png?0\" alt=\"\" width=\"1198\" height=\"456\">For a full list this can be found at our <a href=\"https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/jobs/rewards-and-benefits/\">Rewards and Benefits page.</a>About youTo be successful in this role you will have:<ul>\n<li>Ability to deliver change and continually improve practice and performance in a supportive, positive way.</li>\n<li>Emotional intelligence and be able to provide effective leadership, people management and performance management skills ideally with a recognised management qualification to go alongside this.</li>\n</ul><ul><li>Effective research, evaluation and interpretation skills to derive conclusions and plan over the short and longer term and consider changes in legislation and national policy.</li></ul><ul>\n<li>Ability to make sound pragmatic problem-solving decisions, which will have a wider service impact.</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</ul><ul>\n<li>Able to reflect on practice and identify innovative solutions within the required framework.</li>\n<li>A recognised Social Work qualification e.g. Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent as recognised by the relevant professional body.</li>\n<li>A recognised post qualifying award in Social Work or demonstrable evidence of continuous professional development at a similar level.</li>\n<li>Experience managing resources to deliver a service for example, leading staff, managing a budget, or contributing to financial related decisions.</li>\n</ul><ul><li>You will need to be able to travel independently around the county, including to areas that may not be easily accessible by public transport. Pool cars and pool bikes are available.</li></ul> For more information on the Key Skills as well as the Qualifications and/or experience required, please refer to the Job Description attached.About usAdoption South East (ASE) is a regional adoption agency delivering adoption services on behalf of four local authorities (Surrey, West Sussex, East Sussex and Brighton and Hove) under a partnership agreement. Although our staff are all employed by the partner local authorities we exist as a separate organisation, with our own ASE management structure. This vacancy is hosted by West Sussex County Council, whose terms and conditions of employment would apply. To learn more about us and our work please visit our website: <a href=\"http://www.adoptionsoutheast.org.uk\">www.adoptionsoutheast.org.uk</a>ASE works across the combined footprint of the four local authorities, from the London borders in the North all the way down to the South Coast. We place up to 100 children in adoptive families each year as well as supporting families in the early stages, and later during the children's growing up years, recognising that as well as joy, adopting brings challenges.For further information about us and about working in Children's Social Care at West Sussex County Council, please visit <a href=\"http://www.westsussex.gov.uk/CSCR\">Careers in children's social work in West Sussex</a>Further informationThe reference number for this role is CAFHE05572.For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Michael Wilson (Head of Service) at <a href=\"mailto:\"></a> For issues or queries regarding your application please contact <a href=\"mailto:\"></a>.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 Social Work England registration, an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.Equity, inclusion and accessibility is very important to West Sussex County Council. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, as this helps us build a diverse and talented workforce, that reflects the communities we serve. 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Social Worker - Princess Royal Hospital Team

West Sussex County Council

£38626 - £41511 per annum

Princess Royal Hospital (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Legal Clerk

West Sussex County Council

£25584 - £25992 per annum

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

Posted 3 days ago

Social Worker - Hospital Team Maternity Cover

West Sussex County Council

£38626 - £41511 per annum

Haywards Heath (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Litigation Lawyer

West Sussex County Council

£38626 - £41511 per annum

Chichester (On-Site)

Posted 3 days ago

Night Support Worker

West Sussex County Council

£12.45 - £12.65 per hour + (plus enhancements)

Bognor Regis (On-Site)

Posted 4 days ago

Social Worker - Hospital Team

West Sussex County Council

£38626 - £41511 per annum

East Surrey Hospital (On-Site)

Posted 4 days ago

(Library) Team Manager - Enquiries Learning and Enterprise

West Sussex County Council

£31575 - £33624 per annum

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

Posted 5 days ago

Residential Childcare Worker

West Sussex County Council

£27711 - £29093 per annum + Including Weekend Working allowance

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

Posted 5 days ago

Closing in 1 day

Support Worker

West Sussex County Council

£24790 - £25138 per annum +

Burgess Hill (On-Site)

Posted 6 days ago

Closing in 3 days

Social Worker / Senior Social Worker - LLS Transition

West Sussex County Council

£35235 - £45718 per annum

Horsham (On-Site)

Posted 11 days ago

Advanced Assistant Care Manager - Changing Futures Programme

West Sussex County Council

£31586 - £34314 per annum

Shoreham-By-Sea (On-Site)

Posted 11 days ago

Closing in 3 days

Social Worker - Changing Futures Programme Sussex

West Sussex County Council

£38626 - £41511 per annum

Shoreham-By-Sea (On-Site)

Posted 11 days ago

Team Manager - Changing Futures Programme Sussex

West Sussex County Council

£53350 - £57005 per annum

Shoreham-By-Sea (On-Site)

Posted 11 days ago

Closing in 3 days

Dedicated AMHP Hub Senior Social Work Practitioner

West Sussex County Council

£46731 - £49764 per annum

Worthing (On-Site)

Posted 11 days ago

Social Worker or Advanced Social Worker - Family Safeguarding

West Sussex County Council

£42003 - £54533 per annum + local gov pension scheme, hybrid working

Chichester, West Sussex (On-Site)

Posted 11 days ago

Closing in 3 days

Leaving Care Housing Support Worker

West Sussex County Council

£28624 - £31067 per annum

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

Posted 11 days ago

Closing in 3 days

CYPL Coordinator

West Sussex County Council

£26409 - £27711 per annum

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

Posted 11 days ago

Social Worker or Advanced Social Worker - Family Safeguarding

West Sussex County Council

£38626 - £49764 per annum

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

Posted 11 days ago

Family Support Lead

West Sussex County Council

£39187 - £42072 per annum + local gov pension scheme

Crawley, West Sussex (On-Site)

Posted 11 days ago

Service Manager - Adoption South East

West Sussex County Council

£62676 - £66211 per annum

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

Posted 12 days ago

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Social Worker - Princess Royal Hospital Team

Legal Clerk

Social Worker - Hospital Team Maternity Cover

Litigation Lawyer

Night Support Worker

Social Worker - Hospital Team

(Library) Team Manager - Enquiries Learning and Enterprise

Residential Childcare Worker

Support Worker

Social Worker / Senior Social Worker - LLS Transition

Advanced Assistant Care Manager - Changing Futures Programme

Social Worker - Changing Futures Programme Sussex

Team Manager - Changing Futures Programme Sussex

Dedicated AMHP Hub Senior Social Work Practitioner

Social Worker or Advanced Social Worker - Family Safeguarding

Leaving Care Housing Support Worker

CYPL Coordinator

Social Worker or Advanced Social Worker - Family Safeguarding

Family Support Lead

Service Manager - Adoption South East

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West Sussex County Council jobs