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<h2>Job introduction</h2>We are looking for a motivated and committed Senior Social Worker to join our&nbsp;Hospital Discharge and Response Team (DART).Brighton and Hove is a vibrant and exciting place to live and work and an opportunity has arisen to join our high performing team. It is a friendly and supportive team but also a&nbsp;fast paced&nbsp;place to work with a need to perform in a flexible and autonomous manner, working closely in a fully integrated health and social care service to support our service users, health colleagues and facilitate safe timely discharges across several sites in the city.Please do not apply if you are not a qualified Social Worker and registered with Social Work England. &nbsp;Unfortunately, if you are not qualified and registered, your application will not be read.For an informal discussion, please contact Marcus Brooks - (General Manager) on 07825862557Fixed term/Secondment until: 9th October 2026Contracts will be offered as fixed term to external candidates and maybe offered as secondments to internal candidates.Internal candidates -&nbsp;efore applying, please ensure you have read&nbsp;<a href="https://brightonandhovecc.sharepoint.com/sites/TheWavePoliciesandProcedures/SitePages/Secondment-policy.aspx?web=1" target="_blank">the Secondment policy</a>&nbsp;to ensure you are eligible to apply. In accordance with the policy, please ensure you have the written approval of your line manager before applying. Evidence of this must be included with your application. <h2>About the role</h2>The DART team is based over&nbsp;several&nbsp;sites in the city and as the role will involve direct supervision and support of staff across the sites, flexible working is necessary and can offer variety and autonomy to the Senior role.We are looking for someone with strong leadership skills, relevant experience supporting often complex short term casework, someone who has high professional standards, a commitment to supervision and who is keen to continue their professional development. An excellent knowledge of current legislation such as the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and&nbsp;Safeguarding Procedures is essential.You will need experience of undertaking Safeguarding enquiries and will be expected to both undertake and supervise these, and be able to manage complex and crisis situations using professional judgement, leading practice and promoting a range of interventions including strengths based practice. &nbsp;You will need experience of Mental Capacity assessments and Best Interests decision making.As a team we are committed to professional development and you will supervise and support colleagues, including ASYE, student Social Workers, and experienced staff. &nbsp;You will receive regular supervision and support and have opportunities for ongoing development and specialist training.Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to upload your Application Form and a supporting statement. Your supporting statement is the most important part of your application as it will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/application-form-guidance" target="_blank">Application Form guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> and (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/supporting-statement-guidance" target="_blank">Supporting statement guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.<h2>Additional information</h2>Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours&nbsp;or term-time only.We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers. Team and service working arrangements are designed to support both employee work life balance and team collaboration. These would be part of your individual working arrangements alongside any personal preference agreed with your manager in advance of joining. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team and travel to and from your contractual location would be at your own expense.For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us&nbsp;</a><h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).</a>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Qualified Social Worker - Discharge, Assessment and Response Team (Acute Hospital) (DART) – Permanent.We're pleased to offer a fantastic opportunity for one full time qualified Social Worker (37 hours per week) to join our supportive and friendly Discharge, Assessment and Response (DART) Social Work team, based in the heart of vibrant Brighton and Hove. &nbsp;Our Social Workers provide Social Work support to, and work in partnership with the wards at the Royal Sussex County Hospital to enable safe discharges of patients from hospital.Position Available:<ul><li>1 Full-Time Permanent Social Worker&nbsp;(37 hours per week)</li></ul>For an informal discussion please contact Carl Killeen (Operations Manager) on 01273 696955 x64001 <h2>About the role</h2>About the role<ul><li>We are seeking one full-time qualified Social Worker to be based at the Royal Sussex County Hospital. &nbsp;They will provide Social Work support, undertake assessments and recommend provision to patients and families to empower and enable them to achieve their maximum potential for recovery, independence, and quality of life in their community or other locations to meet their needs.</li><li>Social Workers’ who are registered with Social Work England, who is equipped with strong assessment and communication skills.</li><li>Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act, is essential. &nbsp;In addition to having excellent, assessment and communication skills and knowledge around Safeguarding and the management of risk.</li><li>The role is perfect for those who thrive in a fast-paced, supportive and friendly multidisciplinary environment.</li></ul>Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Undertake assessment of need with patients and their families, with an aim to facilitate their transition from acute hospital care to their homes, or alternative community settings, where care can be provided alongside rehabilitation and support services, promoting recovery, independence, and long-term wellbeing.</li><li>Collaborate with individuals, families, and carers, adhering to statutory legislation and embedding strengths and relationship-based practice in assessments.</li><li>Demonstrate confidence in Safeguarding vulnerable adults and assessing risks.</li><li>Understand the critical role of information and advice in promoting independence and wellbeing.</li><li>Promoting Social Work, contributing valuable expertise and working alongside and in partnership with our Health colleagues including nursing staff, therapists and Consultants and contributing and playing a key part in the weekly multi-disciplinary meetings.</li></ul>Our Team's Focus:<ul><li>Delivering high-quality, strength based and person-centred Social Work supporting the Royal Sussex County Hospital to enable safe discharges from hospital. &nbsp;This includes undertaking Care Act Assessment of need and Mental Capacity Assessments.</li><li>Undertaking Safeguarding and Section 42 Enquiries for vulnerable adults.</li><li>Professionalism and a commitment to ongoing professional development are the keystones of our practice and very much encouraged.</li><li>This is an exciting time to join our team with the introduction of the Transfer of Care Hub, changes within the Discharge to Assess (D2A) model and with Brighton and Hove HASC working towards and preparing for the imminent CQC inspection.&nbsp;</li></ul>Our Work Environment:<ul><li>The Louisa Martindale Building at the new, modern, and spacious Royal Sussex County Hospital has recently opened. &nbsp;The multi-agency teams on the wards have an established, strong, effective, supportive multi-disciplinary &nbsp;approach with effective partnership working and systems in place to build upon.</li><li>We pride ourselves on being a friendly and supportive Social Work team, thriving in a busy and sometimes challenging system and hospital environment. &nbsp;We are lucky to be based in our own offices in the Sussex Eye Hospital, Kemptown, Brighton, where there are local independent shops and cafés and its just a short stroll to the sea. &nbsp;The Royal Sussex has large communal spaces, a coffee shop and M&amp;S food. &nbsp;There is paid parking near our office, and secure free bicycle parking is available too.</li><li>We understand the benefits of being office based given the nature of our work and to support our team, however there are opportunities to work flexibly and we encourage a work/life balance.</li></ul>Our Team<ul><li>Our Social Work team consists of 1 Operations Manager, 2 Senior Social Workers, 4 Social Care Workers, 10 Social Workers (including this&nbsp;post) and 1 Community Support Worker.</li></ul>Other benefits&nbsp;–<ul><li>You will have generous annual leave &nbsp;allowance, and Bank Holidays. &nbsp;Brighton and Hove Local Authority also operate a Cycle to Work Scheme.</li></ul>Important - Please do not apply if you are not a qualified Social Worker and registered with Social Work England. &nbsp;Unfortunately, if you are not qualified and registered, your application will not be read.Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to upload your Application Form and a supporting statement. Your supporting statement is the most important part of your application as it will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/application-form-guidance" target="_blank">Application Form guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> and (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/supporting-statement-guidance" target="_blank">Supporting statement guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.<h2>Additional information</h2>Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours&nbsp;or term-time only.We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers. Team and service working arrangements are designed to support both employee work life balance and team collaboration. These would be part of your individual working arrangements alongside any personal preference agreed with your manager in advance of joining. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team and travel to and from your contractual location would be at your own expense.For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us&nbsp;</a><h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).</a>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Social Worker

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>We have a vacancy for a social worker in our adolescent pod, which is part of our multi-agency adolescent service. &nbsp;Social workers in the adolescent pod support a considered number of young people who are experiencing extra-familial harm, often in the form of exploitation and are at risk of coming into care or custody.&nbsp;"The multi-agency adolescent service that works with children who are hard to engage and require intensive support is an example of good practice. Social workers are tenacious in seeking to build meaningful relationships with children, and this supports the reduction of risk effectively" (Ofsted)&nbsp;Successful candidate(s) will be able to start on or after 1 April 2026 subject to pre-employment checks being completedFor more information about this role, please contact: Emily Batchelor (Adolescent Pod Team Manager) <a href="mailto:tom.stibbs@brighton-hove.gov.uk" target="_blank">emily.batchelor@brighton-hove.gov.uk</a> <h2>About the role</h2>We are looking to recruit a social worker for our adolescent social work team, which sits within out multidisciplinary specialist adolescent service. Based at our offices on Regency Road, in central Brighton.Social workers in the Adolescent Social Work Team work with a considered case load of young people who are experiencing criminal, and/or sexual exploitation, persistently experiencing extra-familial harm, or have additional vulnerabilities such as acute mental health needs or acute substance use which is not being fully met via other services and is impacting their experiences of harm in the community.In this role you will be supported to take a tenacious and assertive social work approach to build meaningful relationships with young people and their families who may have previously had difficult experiences with statutory organisations. &nbsp;You will work closely with multiagency partners where you will work creatively to engage young people, their families, and networks in the work. &nbsp;You will be given space to be curious and innovative in the development of the work to support our young people, the successful reduction of risk, and practice development of work with adolescents. &nbsp;You will be committed to working in an anti-racist, trauma informed, and LGBTQ+ inclusive way, that recognises and is supportive of young people’s developing identities.Please read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to complete your education and work history and provide answers to some shortlisting questions. Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as they will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/shortlisting-questions-guidance" target="_blank">Shortlisting questions guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.<h2>Additional information</h2>Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only.We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers. Team and service working arrangements are designed to support both employee work life balance and team collaboration. These would be part of your individual working arrangements alongside any personal preference agreed with your manager in advance of joining. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team and travel to and from your contractual location would be at your own expense.For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a><h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/council-jobs/apply-job-council/encouraging-diverse-workforce" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a>.Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Specialist Adolescent Social Worker

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>Queen’s Park Primary School has an exciting new opportunity for an innovative, driven and enthusiastic Family Support Worker. The successful candidate will support the school in multi-agency working to improve the welfare of pupils and families.Relevant experience of working with young people and their families is essential and you will be able to demonstrate expertise and skills from your previous employment history.What we are looking for: A practitioner who will support the school in multi-agency working to improve the welfare of pupils and families who are facing multiple challenges.Paid weeks per year: 45.05 (inclusive of holiday entitlement)Fixed term:&nbsp;1 yearStart date: As soon as possible, dependant on relevant employability checks &nbsp;<h2>About the role</h2>The main responsibility areas are:<ul><li>Support the work of the school Safeguarding team through monitoring school reporting systems; liaising with social work teams; making referrals; report writing; attending safeguarding and child protection meetings as a school representative.</li><li>Build positive working relationships with external agencies to set up and maintain effective client referral systems</li><li>Secure appropriate support for families and negotiate effective partnership solutions with housing providers, CAHMS, Police, Youth Offending Service, Probation, Children’s social work teams and other key partners&nbsp;</li><li>With the SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) and school team, coach pupils and their families on basic skills, motivation, confidence building, and self esteem</li><li>Provide individually tailored support appropriate to each young person/ family, guiding and motivating pupils and families to achieve action plan goals</li><li>To encourage parents to be part of the school community through events that promote parental networking and support</li><li>Assist pupils and families with preparation for accessing education, appropriate training and support opportunities&nbsp;</li><li>Seek out training and funding opportunities to enhance work with pupils and families, writing and presenting fundraising bids</li></ul>We can offer you:<ul><li>A clear vision for our school</li><li>An excellent range of professional development opportunities, including further training if necessary</li><li>A hard-working, friendly and supportive staff team who are committed that at Queen’s Park we ‘think big’</li><li>A positive, well-resourced school environment</li><li>Enthusiastic children with a desire to learn</li><li>The chance to impact on Inclusion and to drive school improvement</li></ul>General Accountabilities<ul><li>To uphold the Council’s policies for anti-discriminatory practice and equality of opportunity.</li><li>To uphold the Council’s and other departments’ Health and Safety requirements, particularly with regard to agreed codes of practice and safe methods of working.</li></ul>At this time, visits to the school are not possible but if you wish to have a telephone conversation with the Head teacher about the role and the school, please contact the School Business Manager via the email address <a href="mailto:mellawrance@queenspark.brighton-hove.sch.uk" target="_blank">mellawrance@queenspark.brighton-hove.sch.uk</a> to arrange this.Brighton and Hove City Council does not accept CVs or Resume. The application pack is available to download from the Council website <a href="http://www.brightonhove.gov.uk/content/jobs/council-jobs" target="_blank">http://www.brightonhove.gov.uk/content/jobs/council-jobs</a>&nbsp;or upon request from the school:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@queenspark.brighton-hove.sch.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@queenspark.brighton-hove.sch.uk</a>Closing date:&nbsp;Tuesday 30th December 2025Interview date:&nbsp;Tuesday 6th January 2025How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email/post direct to the school office:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@queenspark.brighton-hove.sch.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@queenspark.brighton-hove.sch.uk</a> or&nbsp;Queens Park Primary School,&nbsp;Park Street, Brighton, BN2 0BN &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Telephone:&nbsp;01273 686822Website:&nbsp;<a href="//www.queenspark.brighton-hove.sch.uk" target="_blank">www.queenspark.brighton-hove.sch.uk</a><h2>Additional information</h2>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.<h2>Company information</h2>Brighton &amp; Hove Schools - Taking Action for EqualityQueen’s Park Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. &nbsp;As part of our commitment to safeguarding, an online search will be conducted on all candidates prior to a job offer. &nbsp;An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post.Brighton &amp; Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.

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<h2>Job introduction</h2>We have three permanent opportunities for M11 Social Workers to join our Neighbourhood Mental Health Teams. Each role is full-time, working 37 hours per week.West Neighbourhood Mental Health Team is based at Mill View Hospital in Hove.East Neighbourhood Mental Health Team is based at East Brighton Community Mental Health CentreFor an informal discussion, please contact Victoria Cottis &nbsp;<a href="mailto:victoria.cottis2@nhs.net" target="_blank">victoria.cottis2@nhs.net</a>&nbsp;Interview date – TBC<h2>About the role</h2>&nbsp;As a Social Worker you will support the delivery of statutory duties placed upon us by the Care Act carrying and other tasks related to the provision of Mental Health Services. These duties will relate to individuals, families and carers in accordance with relevant statutory legislation.&nbsp;Community Mental Health Services in Brighton &amp; Hove has a well-established Section 75 (S.75) agreement in place. This agreement contributes to the improvement in mental health and wellbeing and results in easier access to a more responsive mental health service.The S.75 agreement between Brighton and Hove City Council and Sussex Partnership Foundation Trust has been in place for many years and has meant several Social Care staff have been co-located within the Trust to deliver statutory duties. &nbsp;This way of working in close partnership has been valued by both organisations, and by those that use our services, and this new agreement seeks to maintain and strengthen this collaborative way of working.The S.75 agreement serves as a significant tool in achieving the ambitions to transform adults and older adults’ community mental health services and reduce health inequalities.&nbsp;In practice, Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and Brighton and Hove City Council delegate tasks to each organisation to ensure a joined-up health and social care offer to those that use our services. Relevant training and support will be provided when acting on behalf of the other organisation and it also means that you're able to access a number of other training, learning and development opportunities from both organisations.We are looking for someone with relevant experience of holding complex casework, someone who has high professional standards and who is keen to continue their professional development. An excellent knowledge of current legislation such as the Care Act and Mental Capacity Act is essential.Warranted Approved Mental health Act Professionals (AMHPs) will be encouraged to take part in the rota arrangements for the AMHP provision across the city. The AMHP service operates from the AMHP team’s base at Millview Hospital in Hove. A market supplement of £3500 p.a. is paid for 30 days a year on this rota, subject to satisfactory adherence to the 2008 Regulations for AMHPs.You will receive regular supervision and support and have opportunities for ongoing development and specialist training including AMHP training, subject to the Local Authority’s selection process.The post holder will be responsible for:<ul><li>Providing advice to staff about proportionate and personalised responses to service users and their carers.</li><li>Helping to embed consideration of strengths and relationship based practice in all of our assessment processes.</li><li>Providing a specialist view and/or intervention in the assessment and management of risk</li></ul>The successful candidate will: &nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Be a qualified social worker. &nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Confident in their knowledge and experience of safeguarding vulnerable adults and the assessment of risk. &nbsp; • &nbsp; &nbsp;Have an understanding of the importance of information and advice in supporting people to maintain their own independence and wellbeingPlease read our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/how-apply-job-council" target="_blank">Apply for a job at the council</a> pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.As part of your application, you will need to upload your Application Form and a supporting statement. Your supporting statement is the most important part of your application as it will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/application-form-guidance" target="_blank">Application Form guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> and (<a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/open-vacancies-and-how-apply-brighton-hove-city-council/supporting-your-job-application/supporting-statement-guidance" target="_blank">Supporting statement guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)</a> as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.<h2>Additional information</h2>Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only.For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us" target="_blank">Why work for us&nbsp;</a><h2>Company information</h2>Encouraging a diverse workforceOur city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton &amp; Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/fair-and-inclusive" target="_blank">fair and inclusive</a> actions, our <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/becoming-anti-racist-city" target="_blank">anti-racism strategy</a> and the work we are doing to <a href="https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/jobs/why-work-us/how-we-create-fair-and-inclusive-workplace" target="_blank">encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).</a>Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure &amp; Barring Service (DBS) Check.

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