Job Description
Do you want to help to improve the lives of high-risk victims of domestic abuse? If you do, then you might be well suited to the role of Multi-Agency Assessment Conference (MARAC) Co‑Ordinator. A MARAC is a multi‑agency meeting which produces safety plans for individuals and their children who have been identified as at high risk of serious harm or homicide from domestic abuse. There are two meetings every week in East Sussex. You will provide administrative support to the MARAC. It is a challenging role and involves reading, listening, and recording (in written format) information which you might find distressing. You will work with representatives from a range of other agencies and as part of the East Sussex Domestic Abuse, Sexual Violence/ Abuse & Violence Against Women and Girls Team. You will receive support from a small and dedicated team and will be offered 6 weekly clinical supervision to support you in this role. As a MARAC Co‑ordinator you can make a real difference to a person’s life by accurately recording the information shared at MARAC.
We Are Looking For Candidates Who
* Are proactive.
* Have high attention to detail to accurately record the information shared at a fast‑paced MARAC meeting.
* Have a commitment to improving the response to victims/ survivors of domestic abuse.
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 will take place in person at County Hall, Lewes. Interviews will be taking place on Monday 27 April 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 for details.
After the interview and if you are offered the role, we will ask you to request a Basic Disclosure directly (and you will be reimbursed). The Council cannot process a Basic Disclosure. Request a basic DBS check - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
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.
The role of MARAC Co‑ordinator offers the ability to put your advanced administration skills to use for the benefit of individuals at high risk or harm or homicide.
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 this opportunity contact Nicola Spiers, MARAC Team Leader Nicola.Spiers@eastsussex.gov.uk to request a MS teams call or phone call.
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.
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