Fair Access Performance & Data Officer - Hybrid

West Sussex County Council; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Flexible and hybrid working options

Retail, travel and fitness discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance

Job summary

West Sussex County Council in Littlehampton seeks a Fair Access Officer – Performance and Information to provide a performance management information service. You will support business decisions, maintain databases, and help plan funding distribution for schools.

The role requires accurate analysis, confidentiality, and strong communication. The position is a fixed term maternity cover, part-time (29.6 hours/week) with potential future relocation to Worthing.

Qualifications

• Degree level, or equivalent, qualification or equivalent level of significant experience which demonstrates that level of applied knowledge in researching, analysing and evaluating arguments and information.
• Relevant theoretical, practical and procedural knowledge of systems, policies and practices associated with operating the service.
• Extensive experience of using information systems and reporting tools.
• Experience of competently handling a full caseload of varying subjects without supervision and providing robust and professional advice.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with colleagues across Education and Skills, agencies, and other local authorities to collect and provide information, data, and advice.
• Supporting the Fair Access Manager with preparing and submitting data returns.
• Managing the distribution of funds to and from schools, including transport requests for commissioned places.
• Completing semi-routine and bespoke correspondence file notes, report checking, and statements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Analytical skills

Report writing

Team player

Flexible approach

Education

Degree level or equivalent

Job description

West Sussex County Council in Littlehampton seeks a Fair Access Officer – Performance and Information to provide a performance management information service. You will support business decisions, maintain databases, and help plan funding distribution for schools.

The role requires accurate analysis, confidentiality, and strong communication. The position is a fixed term maternity cover, part-time (29.6 hours/week) with potential future relocation to Worthing.