Project Officer – SEND Reforms

East Sussex County Council

. Support delivery of SEND reforms across East Sussex .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeLewes • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £34,146 - £36,446 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong project management capabilities, effective stakeholder engagement, and the ability to translate policy into actionable plans while maintaining attention to detail in a complex organizational environment.

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Project ManagementStakeholder EngagementClear CommunicationMicrosoft Office ProficiencyInformation Analysis

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Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingAttention to DetailConfident Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office

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SEND ReformsProject GovernanceEducationHealthSocial Care

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support delivery of SEND reforms across East Sussex
Work closely with the Strategic Lead: SEND Reforms
Coordinate workstreams and keep plans on track
Ensure effective stakeholder engagement
Gather and analyse information
Support strong project governance
Translate policy and reform priorities into clear, practical actions
Work with senior managers and colleagues across education, health and social care
Support improvements for children, young people and families

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience supporting projects or programmes in a complex organisation
Ability to build effective relationships with partners and stakeholders across services
Clear and confident communication skills
Ability to produce concise updates and accurate documentation
Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain strong attention to detail under pressure
Strong IT skills, including confident use of Microsoft Office applications
CV and Supporting Statement required for application
If sponsorship is required to work in the UK, eligibility must be checked

Benefits

Comp & perks

Vocational Training through Apprenticeships, ranging from entry level to degree level qualifications
Support for apprenticeship training where relevant to the role
Reasonable adjustments to enable participation fully in the process
Hybrid working arrangement