Project and Engagement Manager - Autism
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Would you like to make a difference to the lives of neurodivergent people in East Sussex? Are you looking for an exciting and varied role within a supportive team? Do you enjoy working with others to solve problems and achieve improvements?
If so, we would love you to join our team!
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic individual with an interest in autism and neurodiversity. The role offers opportunities to work with a range of services, departments and stakeholders in the local health and care system. You will develop, monitor, implement and evaluate change projects to improve the lives and health of people living in Sussex.
We are looking for candidates who:
- Are able to develop and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders
- Are experienced in supporting neurodivergent people and their carers
- Are able to work with partners to identify and deliver workable solutions
- Are organised, proactive and motivated
- Can manage competing priorities
- Have experience of managing projects
- Have analytical skills
- Have some knowledge and understanding of the health and care sector
- Are able to show an understanding of and commitment to equal opportunities.
For a full list of criteria, please refer to the Job Description.
Here's a short video from a member of our team explaining why she chose East Sussex:
To apply, please click the 'apply now' button to complete an application form in the recruitment system. Please explain how you meet the essential criteria listed in the job description. Please also explain how you meet any desirable criteria which are applicable to you.
Interview likely to be held 31 January 2025.
For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Sarah Crouch, Strategic Commissioning Manager on 07701 394821
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.
- Job Description and Person Specification [docx]
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 http://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check . 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.
Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency's Points-based Immigration System.
Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.
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.
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.
Reasonable adjustments include things like an offline application form. If you would like to discuss your requirements further, please get in touch.
Equal Opportunities
East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.