Elective Home Education Support Officer
Location: Horsham
Contract: Initial 6 Months
Hours: 30 hours per week – Term Time Only
Rate: £21 per hour (Umbrella) (£16 PAYE an hour)
Working Arrangement: Hybrid – Office presence required for meetings and regular travel across West Sussex
Start: ASAP
DBS: Enhanced DBS required
About the Role West Sussex County Council is seeking a committed and proactive Elective Home Education (EHE) Support Officer to join the team based in Horsham.
You’ll play a key part in supporting families across the county who elect to home educate their children. This role blends administrative tasks with field-based engagement, requiring travel to both urban and rural areas of West Sussex.
Working closely with EHE Advisory Teachers, you’ll gather insight, provide written reports, and contribute to decisions around the educational provision for home-educated children. Your ability to build positive, supportive relationships with families will be central to your success in this role.
Key Responsibilities
Engage with and support home-educating families across the county.
Provide advice and guidance on educational provision and development.
Compile written reports and assist in decision-making processes.
Work collaboratively with the EHE Advisory team and wider stakeholders.
Travel independently across the county (own transport required).
Maintain accurate records and manage your schedule effectively.
Occasionally support in different regions of the county depending on need.What We’re Looking For
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
Resilience and tenacity in sensitive or challenging family situations.
Confident using IT systems and writing formal reports.
Experience working with children, families, or in an education-related setting is desirable.
Flexibility to travel across the county (locations may not be accessible by public transport).Additional Information
You will be accountable to an EHE Advisory Teacher.
Majority of the work will be focused in the South of West Sussex, but flexibility to support the North is required.Ready to make a difference in children’s education across West Sussex?
Apply now to join a dedicated team focused on improving learning outcomes through effective engagement and support