Project Officer- School-Aged Childcare Strategy (Internal) at East Sussex County Council

Lewes, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Aug, 26

Salary

35282.0

Posted On

13 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Budget Monitoring, Stakeholder Engagement, Planning And Organisation, Effective Communication, Reporting, Case Study Development, Collaborative Working

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Do you want to be part of an exciting new role supporting the implementation of a new School-Aged Childcare Strategy? If the answer to the above question is yes this post could be for you. You will be responsible for developing, managing and co-ordinating project processes for the new school-aged childcare strategy. The post will work directly to the Extended School-Aged Childcare Manager and will support the effective operation of the project by providing specialist project support to the strategy. Together you will establish working relationships with senior school and setting leaders to support the delivery of the strategy and to facilitate collaborative working. The role will support to maintain Project Management procedures, and associated documentation templates including: * Maintain systems to plan, track, monitor and report on the strategy * Develop and maintain a library of case studies * hold master copies of all project information We are looking for candidates who: 1. RQF level 2 in English and Maths or ability to pass assessment at interview 2. Ability to plan and organise a varied workload for self and others, working to short deadlines. 3. Ability to communicate effectively with a range of people in a clear, concise and accurate manner, changing messages to suit different audiences. 4. Ability to monitor budgets effectively to support the Early Years Extended Childcare Manager in DfE monitoring returns. 5. Ability to work on own initiative without close supervision 6. Working knowledge of project management methods. Please download the Job Description and Person Specification [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/cs/groups/public/documents/document/yta4/nze2/~edisp/ucmfa08716808.docx] for more information. When writing your supporting statement be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education or personal interests. For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/External/pages/10005] and our statement on the use of AI [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/External/pages/23001]. Interviews will take place in person at County Hall, Lewes. Interviews will be taking place on 11 & 13 May 2026. If you are unavailable on these dates let us know and we may be able to schedule an alternative date to interview you. Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/External/pages/10009] for details. The successful candidate will join a high function and supportive team. There will be the opportunity to access training, and have hybrid or flexible working options. We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/External/pages/11003]. Vocational Training through Apprenticeships is now available to our staff, ranging from entry level to degree level qualifications. You can talk to the hiring manager and the apprenticeship team about what qualifications would be relevant to you and this job role, and if it is possible to support you in apprenticeship training. For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Joanne Grogan , Extended School-Aged Childcare Manager at joanne.grogan@eastsussex.gov.uk [joanne.grogan@eastsussex.gov.uk] to request a MS teams call or phone call. “We Choose East Sussex” It’s a really nice and supportive atmosphere here. Everyone is friendly, very approachable, very supportive of each other, and everyone wants everyone else to do well. Heather, Specialist Contract Manager Additional Information Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only. If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) [https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas]. If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.

Responsibilities

Responsible for developing, managing, and coordinating project processes to implement a new School-Aged Childcare Strategy. This includes maintaining project documentation, tracking progress, and establishing relationships with school and setting leaders.