Eastbourne, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$27k–$27k/yr
Are you ready for a fresh challenge and to make the move to the Joint Community Rehabilitation service? Can you put a spring back into Sue’s steps? Sue lost confidence after injuring her hip in a fall, but she wanted to …
Skills: Personal Care, Therapy Exercises, Emotional Support, Communication, Patience
Peacehaven, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$25k–$26k/yr
Are you passionate about working with young people and do you strive to make a difference? If so, apply now! We have an exciting opportunity for people to apply for part-time roles as a Youth Worker at our Youth Hubs acr…
Skills: Interpersonal skills, Activity planning, Project delivery, Safeguarding, Youth engagement
Hailsham, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$32k–$38k/yr
Can you make a difference to the lives of children who need it the most? If so, apply now! Lansdowne Secure Children’s home is one of only 14 in the England & Wales and is a modern, state of the art building with excelle…
Skills: Conflict Management, Behavioral Challenge, Trauma-Informed Care, Safeguarding, Communication Skills
Lewes, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$52k–$57k/yr
Ready to shape the future of Adult Social Care and Health? Lead our ambitious Workforce 2030 programme, driving innovative workforce transformation to attract, develop and retain talented people; Influence strategic chan…
Skills: Workforce Transformation, Organisational Development, Strategic Change Management, Project Management, Programme Management
Eastbourne, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Salary: Starting at £14.00 per hour Contract type: Permanent Working pattern: Part-time, 25 hours per week Closing date: 23:55pm, Tuesday 25 August 2026 Interview date: In Eastbourne, week commencing 17 August 2026 How t…
Skills: Positive Behaviour Support, Autism Support, Learning Disability Support, Epilepsy Management, Community Access
Hartfield, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$25k–$26k/yr
Hours of work: 27.5 hours per week Working pattern: Part-time, term-time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 5.6 weeks annual leave, which will increase after 5 years' continuous service) (As the position is part-ti…
Skills: EHCP Implementation, Classroom Management, Specialist Interventions, Peg Feeding, Oxygen Administration
Brighton, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$27k–$28k/yr
Salary: £27,254 – £27,694 per annum pro rata (actual £19,953 inclusive of MDSA duty on Grade 3) Contract type: Fixed Term Working pattern: Part time & Term-time Only Closing date: 2nd September 2026 9am Interview date: 3…
Skills: SEND Support, Makaton, Behavior Management, Individualised Learning Plans, Risk Assessment
Crowborough, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Hours of work: 6.25 hours per week, Monday-Friday 12:00pm - 13:15pm Working pattern: Part-time, term-time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 6.05 weeks annual leave, which will increase after 5 years' continuous se…
Skills: Teamwork, Professionalism, Child Supervision, Positive Attitude
Wealden, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Hours of work: 22.50 hours INA role and 5 hours MDSA role, per week. Working pattern: Part-time, term-time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 6.05 weeks annual leave). As the position is part-time/term-time only, t…
Skills: Student Support, Special Educational Needs Support, Classroom Management, 1:1 Support, Group Support
Lewes, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Hours of work: 30.42 per week. Working pattern: Part-time, term-time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 6.05 weeks annual leave). As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata. Fixe…
Skills: Special Educational Needs Support, Childcare, Communication Skills, Teamwork, Flexibility
Polegate, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Hours of work: 10 per week. Working pattern: Part-time, term-time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 6.05 weeks annual leave). As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata. Closing…
Skills: Child Supervision, Behavior Management, Safeguarding, First Aid, SEN Support
Wealden, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$25k–$26k/yr
Hours of work: 21 per week. Working pattern: Part-time, term-time only (working for 38 weeks per year plus 7.05 weeks annual leave). As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata. Fixed t…
Skills: Behaviour Support, Inclusion Support, Pastoral Care, Teaching And Learning, Student Relationship Management
Hastings, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Hours of work: 29.6 per week. Working pattern: Part-time, term-time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 6.05 weeks annual leave). As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata. Fixed…
Skills: SEN Support, 1:1 Support, Autism Support, Speech and Language Support, Communication Strategies
Eastbourne, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Hours of work: 32.5 Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata) Closing date: Midday Monday 31 August 2026 For more information and to apply…
Skills: Safeguarding, Child Protection, Family Support, Home-School Engagement, Attendance Monitoring
Eastbourne, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$16k–$16k/yr
Hours of work: 16 Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata) Closing date: Sunday 23 August 2026 For more information and to apply for the …
Skills: Art Department Support, Technical Assistance, Student Support, Staff Support, Departmental Operations
Hastings, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$23k–$26k/yr
Hours of work: 32.5 Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata) Closing date: Sunday 13 September 2026 For more information and to apply for…
Skills: Special Educational Needs Coordination, Teamwork, Pupil Engagement, Resilience, Safeguarding
East Sussex, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$28k–$30k/yr
Hours of work: 35 Hours Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only etc. (As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata) Closing date: 9am Tuesday 18 August 2026 For more information and t…
Skills: Mental Health Support, Physical Health Management, First Aid, Medical Needs Coordination, Strategic Planning
Rye, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Hours of work: 6.25 Hours Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only etc. (As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata) Closing date: Monday 31 August 2026 For more information and to a…
Skills: Behaviour Management, Communication Skills, Teamwork, Childcare, Adaptability
Lewes, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$30k–$32k/yr
Hours of work: 12.5 hours per week Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only working for 39 weeks per year plus 5.85 weeks annual leave, which will increase after 5 years' continuous service. As the position is part-tim…
Skills: Spanish Language Teaching, Classroom Management, Lesson Delivery, Child Engagement, Flexibility
Lewes, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$30k–$32k/yr
Hours of work: 30 hours per week Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 6.05 weeks annual leave, which will increase after 5 years' continuous service) (As the position is part-tim…
Skills: Special Educational Needs Support, Classroom Management, Student Support, Behavioural Intervention, Lesson Delivery
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Support older adults in regaining independence after illness or injury through personal care, therapy exercises, and emotional support. Assist clients in achieving personal goals and managing everyday tasks within their own homes.
Candidates must have a driving licence, access to a car, and the ability to communicate effectively with patience and understanding. The role requires the ability to work as part of a team and pass an Enhanced DBS check.
Are you ready for a fresh challenge and to make the move to the Joint Community Rehabilitation service? Can you put a spring back into Sue’s steps? Sue lost confidence after injuring her hip in a fall, but she wanted to be able to walk her dog, Daisy, to the local park again.
We work with people like Sue to achieve the goals that are important to them. This may be walking Daisy to the park, staying well or adjusting to a new routine. The Joint Community Rehabilitation service is at the heart of care in the community. Our teams assist older adults after an illness or injury get back to independence in their own home. Working alongside other professionals, you may initially be providing some personal care, helping with therapy exercises, and giving emotional support to help people regain the skills and confidence they need to manage these everyday tasks themselves.
As a JCR Support Worker, you will be supporting an everchanging group of people across the local community to regain independence. There are permanent contracts available ranging from 6 to 30 hours per week. We also offer 24 - 30 hour Apprenticeships, 6 – 24 hour weekend only contracts and 6 - 24 hour contracts for evening only work. The salary is from £26,824 (£13.90 per hour) to £27,254 (£14.13 per hour) per annum pro-rata and mileage is paid at a rate of 55p per mile. The role involves working shifts between the hours of 7am and 10pm, including weekends and Bank Holidays.
We are looking for candidates who:
Please note we cannot offer sponsorship for these positions.
To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button and you will be asked to answer 5 questions. Please answer these questions 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.
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Interviews will be held face to face at Firwood House, Brassey Avenue, BN22 9QJ, within 2 weeks of the closing date of the advert.
Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details.
We can offer you:
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.
We also offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment, including an attractive pension and annual leave package. More information can be found on our benefits page.
This role is eligible for the ESCC Refer a Friend scheme. If you have been recommended to apply for this role by a friend who is currently an ESCC employee, you may both be eligible for an incentive payment. Please visit the refer a friend page for more information.
If you wish to have an informal discussion about the role please contact Tracy Sampson, Intermediate Care Manager on [email protected].
For more information about being a Support Worker for JCR please follow this link - Join us as a JCR support worker | East Sussex County Council.
'Being a JCR support worker, every day is different. Every client is different. We truly make a positive difference to our clients lives and this makes me proud and happy every day. Some days are challenging but our team is strong and supportive. My job is part of my life now.' Sarah – JCR Support Worker.
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East Sussex County Council is a local authority who deliver vital community services to over half a million people, residents, businesses and visitors in East Sussex. As an employer we offer a diverse and rewarding range of career opportunities. If you came to work for East Sussex County Council, your chosen pathway could involve work that directly influences the education, social, mental, financial, and physical wellbeing of our residents and shapes the environment within which they live, or you might make your mark within one of the essential functions that supports the delivery of these services. • Adult Social Care and Health – provide social care services for residents over 16, including residential care and sensory care services. It also has the public health remit. • Governance Services – provides overall governance aspects of the council including legal and constitutional arrangements. • Children’s Services – provide social care for people under 16, state education and other childcare services. • Business Services – responsible for managing our finances, IT, human resources, procurement and property. • Communities, Economy and Transport – responsible for community services such as libraries and registrars, customer access/services, roads, transport planning, economy and the East Sussex environment. For information about the latest job vacancies visit our LinkedIn jobs page: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/east-sussex-jobs/about/ Click "follow" to keep in touch with news about our public services. Our Privacy notice tells you how we process your information when you contact us via social media: eastsussex.gov.uk/privacy/social-media See our website for how we use social media, our response times, and our guidelines for moderating comments: eastsussex.gov.uk/contact-us/socialmedia/social-media-policy
Offices: St Anne's Crescent, Lewes, East Sussex BN7 1UE, GB
Job seekers, please go to our website.
East Sussex County Council is a local authority who deliver vital community services to over half a million people, residents, businesses and visitors in East Sussex. As an employer we offer a diverse and rewarding range of career opportunities. If you came to work for East Sussex County Council, your chosen pathway could involve work that directly influences the education, social, mental, financial, and physical wellbeing of our residents and shapes the environment within which they live, or you might make your mark within one of the essential functions that supports the delivery of these services. • Adult Social Care and Health – provide social care services for residents over 16, including residential care and sensory care services. It also has the public health remit. • Governance Services – provides overall governance aspects of the council including legal and constitutional arrangements. • Children’s Services – provide social care for people under 16, state education and other childcare services. • Business Services – responsible for managing our finances, IT, human resources, procurement and property. • Communities, Economy and Transport – responsible for community services such as libraries and registrars, customer access/services, roads, transport planning, economy and the East Sussex environment. For information about the latest job vacancies visit our LinkedIn jobs page: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/east-sussex-jobs/about/ Click "follow" to keep in touch with news about our public services. Our Privacy notice tells you how we process your information when you contact us via social media: eastsussex.gov.uk/privacy/social-media See our website for how we use social media, our response times, and our guidelines for moderating comments: eastsussex.gov.uk/contact-us/socialmedia/social-media-policy
Offices: St Anne's Crescent, Lewes, East Sussex BN7 1UE, GB
