Project Officer- School-Aged Childcare Strategy
East Sussex County CouncilDo 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 maintenance of 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
RQF level 2 in English and Maths or ability to pass assessment at interview
Ability to plan and organise a varied workload for self and others, working to short deadlines.
Ability to communicate effectively with a range of people in a clear, concise and accurate manner, changing messages to suit different audiences.
Ability to monitor budgets effectively to support the Early Years Extended Childcare Manager in DfE monitoring returns.
Ability to work on own initiative without close supervision
Working knowledge of project management methods.
To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your Supporting Statement to shortlist so please 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 and our statement on the use of AI.Interviews will take place in person at County Hall, Lewes. Interviews will be taking place on 08 July 2026. If you are unavailable on this date 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 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.
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 [email protected] request a MS teams call or phone call.
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Additional Information
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record. Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.
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 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.