Why work for East Sussex County Council?

Working with us means that you can make a difference to the lives of local people on a daily basis – whether this is teaching children, caring for the elderly, repairing roads or protecting our environment.

Perhaps the most important benefit of working at the Council is the knowledge that you're working to help others, and the real sense of achievement that brings. This section of our website lists some of the other benefits you can enjoy if you take a job with us.

About the County Council

Information about how local and national government works. Find out about councillors and the people that work in and around the Council.

Staff benefits

Some of the benefits of working for the Council, including flexible hours, interest-free season ticket loans and staff discount schemes.

Pay and allowances

A complete list of salary scales, from the most junior positions up to Chief Officer grade. Plus our annual pay policy statement and allowances paid for working outside normal hours.

Local Government Pension Scheme

Information for new and existing members of the East Sussex pension scheme, pensioners and employers within the fund.

Employment policies

Details of our policies on all aspects of employment.

Workplace training at the Council

Details of how we can help employees and the community develop their work skills.

Social work in East Sussex

Vital information for qualified practitioners thinking of working in either Adult Social Care or Children's services in East Sussex, including special staff benefits.

Staff stories

Watch our video interviews and read our job profiles to find out what it's like to work here.