Description
Do you want to develop a career in admin work? Then this role is for you
The apprenticeship will be fast-paced and varied. We will make sure you get all the training and support you need to succeed. We will offer a very supportive environment for you to learn and work in. In this role you will have the chance to work across two teams: Planning and Performance and LADO Safeguarding in the Communication, Planning and Performance division of Children's Services. Our administrators play a key role in supporting the Council. They help us to provide a better service to the people of East Sussex. You will work on specific tasks set by the team members, with time to complete the required coursework for your apprenticeship. Through this apprenticeship you will gain the knowledge, skills and experience to take you forward to the next step of your career.
The Planning and Performance team supports Children's Services by helping to plan, monitor and improve how services work. We help coordinate inspections, support managers with information handling (such as data protection and data quality), and assist with health and safety arrangements. The team also helps manage business risks, emergency planning, and requests for information such as Data Protection and Freedom of Information requests.
The LADO Safeguarding team (Local Authority Designated Officer) helps make sure concerns about adults who work or volunteer with children are handled properly and safely. The team provides advice to organisations, works closely with the police and social care, and ensures the right procedures are followed so that children are protected. The team does not carry out investigations but supports a fair and timely process.
We are looking for candidates who have the ability to:
* Ability to effectively organise own workload
* Ability to communicate effectively
* Ability to check for accuracy and give attention to detail.
* Ability to work in a team
* Ability to use own initiative
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.
Please download the Job Description and Person Specification for more information.
For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page and our statement on the use of AI.
Interviews are scheduled to take place on Friday 13 March 2026 in person at County Hall in Lewes.
Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details.
Our teams work in the office and from home. You will need a homeworking space, but we will provide the technology needed. We call this hybrid or remote working. You will be required to travel to work at least two days per week, one day for Planning and Performance, and one day for the LADO Team, both based at County Hall in Lewes. There may be occasional additional days in the office.
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.
For an informal discussion about the role, email Laura Neal to arrange a time on
'Originally, I was working as a cleaner at the NHS, but I had an interest in Business Administration but didn't know how to find the right way into that kind of career. I found an apprenticeship here and it's enabled me to get into the career I want.' Henry, Project Assistant
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