Current jobs
Jobs with WSCC
We have a variety of opportunities for a range of roles in various schools across West Sussex.
We have full and part-time positions, the majority are term-time only.
“I feel I really make a difference to the lives of those I work with.”
Applying for a job with us
To apply for a role with us you will need to:
- enjoy working with children
- be able to build good working relationships with both pupils and adults
- be organised
- be flexible and creative
- have good communication skills
- have good literacy and numeracy skills
- work well in a team
- be committed to supporting children’s mental health and wellbeing
For specific skills and experience required for a role, look at the job description for more details.
Job descriptions
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If you are looking to join us in a non-teaching support role, we are looking for an individual who can:
- demonstrate great people skills
- be able to communicate effectively with key stakeholders
- be open to change
- understand the challenges schools face
- show administration skills
For our non-teaching roles currently being advertised, look at our vacancies.
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Are you a newly qualified teacher or an experienced professional looking for your next role? We’d love to hear from you if you are:
- able to devise lesson plans following the curriculum
- able to lead and inspire a classroom
- able to encourage and motivate students effectively
- able to formulate assessments of student’s behaviour and attainment
- able to promote a love of learning through enriching activities
If this sounds like you, look at our teaching vacancies.
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Ready for your next challenge? Successful candidates are able to demonstrate you can:
- lead and inspire staff to provide the best opportunities for students
- demonstrate a commitment to the continual professional development of your team
- promote a safe and positive working and learning environment
- understand financial responsibility
- analyse data to track performance of students and staff
- show a strong commitment to safeguarding
- develop strong connections with the local community, including parents/carers, local schools and the wider community
- demonstrate a personal commitment to continuous professional development, including staying up to date with current legislation and policies and procedures
For your next step in your career, see our Leadership roles.
Job search - School Leadership jobs (external link)
“My working pattern gives me the flexibility to be with my children during the school holidays and fits around my family and home life.”