Social Worker – Changing Futures Sussex

Sponsorship Jobs UK; Eastbourne; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a Social Worker for their Changing Futures Sussex program based in Eastbourne. The role involves supporting vulnerable adults with complex needs through tailored assessments and care plans, working collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have experience with vulnerable adults and a Social Work qualification. This position offers a hybrid working model and opportunities for professional development and training.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Broad range of training opportunities

Wellbeing initiatives

Reimbursement of registration fees

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable adults, whether individuals or families.
• Strong assessment skills, including legal and safeguarding frameworks.
• Ability to develop care and support plans confidently.
• Understanding of psychological development and intervention models.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable adults with complex needs through assessments and care planning.
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team to challenge existing systems and improve services.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions tailored to individual needs.

Skills

Experience working with vulnerable adults

Strong assessment skills

Confidence in developing care and support plans

Knowledge of psychological development

Education

Social Work qualification registered with professional regulator

Job description

# Social Worker – Changing Futures Sussex### Job Description**Social Worker – Changing Futures Sussex****Location**: Eastbourne (covering East Sussex) **Workspace**: Hybrid – office, home, and community visits **Base**: St. Mary’s House, Eastbourne **Employer**: East Sussex County Council### About the ProgrammeChanging Futures Sussex is part of an ambitious multi-agency partnership reshaping how support is delivered to people living with multiple challenges—homelessness, trauma, mental ill-health, substance misuse, and other complex needs.The programme’s goal is simple but powerful: ensure that people who regularly fall through the gaps in traditional services receive flexible, trauma-aware, person-centred support. By improving how systems connect and communicate, Changing Futures aims to build services that are easier to access and truly responsive.This work spans East Sussex, West Sussex, and Brighton & Hove, and sits at the heart of collaborative practice across local authorities, partner organisations, and community providers. (Find out more at: www.changingfuturessussex.org)### About the RoleWe are seeking a Social Worker who thrives in a multi-disciplinary environment and brings curiosity, creativity, and collaboration to their practice. Your work will be embedded within a team that champions trauma-informed approaches and helps identify barriers in existing systems—working together to challenge those obstacles and highlight examples of best practice.You’ll support vulnerable adults with complex needs across East Sussex, providing professional assessments, care planning, and evidence-based interventions. You’ll also help shape a service that adapts to individuals rather than asking individuals to adapt to the system.This is a role where your contribution genuinely matters—professionally and personally. As one Changing Futures client shared:> There are no words to express how grateful I am for the care and support you’ve shown… I wouldn’t be safe, clean, sober, or alive without you both. If there were more workers like you, more people would be getting well like me. Don’t ever change. Thank you.#### #### What You’ll BringWe are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:* Experience working with vulnerable adults and, where relevant, their families* Strong assessment skills, including applying legal and safeguarding frameworks* Confidence in developing care and support plans* A solid grasp of psychological development, systemic practice, and intervention models* A Social Work qualification, registered with the professional regulator (and a commitment to maintaining this)* Practical knowledge of key legislation including MCA, Care Act 2014, and related safeguarding duties#### Working ArrangementsThis post offers a hybrid working model that blends:* Office-based work* Community visits* Remote/home workingTravel across East Sussex is required, and applicants should demonstrate how they will meet these needs.You’ll be part of a supportive, energetic team with opportunities to grow, train, and develop your career. Benefits include:* Hybrid and flexible working* A broad range of training and development opportunities* Lease car scheme (subject to eligibility)* Access to wellbeing initiatives and wellness training* Reimbursement of Social Work England annual registration feesMore details are available on our benefits page.#### How to ApplyTo apply, click ‘Apply now’ and upload your CV along with a supporting statement. Your supporting statement should clearly explain how you meet all essential criteria and provide examples from your professional, educational, or personal experience.You can find more details in the job description and person specification, as well as guidance on our How to Apply page.#### Interview InformationInterviews will take place week commencing 12 January 2026 via Microsoft Teams. If you prefer an in-person interview or cannot attend at the scheduled time, please contact us to discuss alternatives.Some applicants may receive priority consideration at the shortlisting stage—details can be found on our priority status page.#### Contact UsFor an informal conversation about the role or the Changing Futures Programme Sussex, please contact:* Tara Klokstad, Senior Practitioner – [e-mail]* James Morton, Project Delivery Officer – [e-mail]#### Additional Information* This post requires an Enhanced DBS check (or Enhanced DBS with Regulated Activity). Guidance on checks:* Applicants who have lived or worked abroad must provide an overseas police check.* Salary is pro-rata for part-time or term-time-only positions.* If you need UK visa sponsorship, please indicate this in your application. More details:* If you need reasonable adjustments due to disability, please contact the hiring manager.Choose East Sussex for a role that supports your wellbeing, values your expertise, and gives you the space to make real change.LocationExperience2 Year