Hastings and East Children's University Officer

About the role:

Hastings and East Sussex Children's University Officer

Salary: SP21 to SP28 on the LSEC Harmonised Pay Scale

Hours:

This is a part-time, term-time only position (22.2 hours up to max 29.6 hours a week). Working hours are flexible and can be arranged to meet the needs of the programme, although occasional evening and weekend working will be required with time off in lieu.

Contract type: 2 years fixed term

Working Pattern:
This is a part-time, term-time only position (3-4 days per week). Working hours are flexible and can be arranged to meet the needs of the programme, although occasional evening and weekend working will be required with time off in lieu.

The Hastings and East Sussex Children’s University (CU) Officer will play a central role in coordinating, developing and delivering the Children’s University programme across East Sussex.

The Children’s University encourages participation in enrichment learning beyond the classroom, with children collecting hours through validated activities and celebrating through graduation ceremonies. The primary purpose of the Hastings and East Sussex CU Project Officer role is to develop the CU programme in Hastings and East Sussex from a standing start, embedding the CU brand and offer within the local community.

At the heart of Children’s University is the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to discover their talents, develop a love of learning and realise their full potential, regardless of background or circumstance. Through partnership working and a commitment to inclusion, Children’s University helps children explore new experiences, celebrate achievement and prepare for future success.

Please note that the location of this role will be across East Sussex and Hastings (with a focus mainly in Hastings).

London South East Academies Trust is a growing and ambitious Multi-Academy Trust, currently comprising mainstream, special and alternative provision academies, alongside an outreach service and a music hub. Our schools are located across Bromley, Bexley, Sussex, Lambeth and Surrey, serving a wide range of communities and educational contexts.

Across the Trust, our schools share a strong commitment to raising attainment, encouraging aspiration and supporting social mobility for every pupil, throughout their educational journey and beyond. We take a holistic but personalised approach to education, recognising that children thrive when their individual strengths, needs and circumstances are properly understood and supported. This enables pupils to flourish and achieve their full potential, whatever their starting point.

We believe that great schools are built by great people. As a Trust, we invest in our staff through strong professional development and leadership opportunities, clear expectations and supportive structures. We actively encourage collaboration and the sharing of best practice across schools, supported by high-quality, cost-effective central services that allow leaders and teachers to focus on what matters most: improving outcomes for pupils.

London South East Academies Trust sits within the Elevare Civic Education Group, which also includes a multi-campus further and higher education college, London South East Colleges and a charitable foundation, Elevare Education Foundation. This unique structure provides meaningful progression pathways for pupils and families, as well as broad development and career opportunities for staff across the wider Group.

Our teams are united by a shared belief in the power of education to change lives. By continuing to grow our Trust and welcoming new expertise and perspectives, we aim to strengthen our schools further and extend the positive impact we have on our communities.

London South East Academies Trust is fully committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer and to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful working environment, free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age,…