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IT Systems Trainer
East Sussex County Council
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Source date: 10/23/2026
About this role
Job Description Do you enjoy helping people feel more confident using technology? Could you turn complex systems and processes into clear, accessible learning? If so, join us! You could be suited to the role of IT Systems Trainer within our IT & Digital service. As an IT Systems Trainer, you will help staff get the most from the Council’s corporate and specialist IT systems. You will design and deliver engaging training, create accessible learning materials and provide guidance to help people use technology confidently and effectively. You will turn this information into practical training, guidance, videos, e-learning and other support resources and contribute to the successful adoption of new ways of working. This is a varied role involving people from across the Council. You will need to communicate technical information clearly and adapt your approach to suit people with different roles, needs and levels of digital confidence We are looking for candidates who: Have experience of designing, delivering and evaluating IT systems training. Can create clear, accessible learning materials and support resources. Can turn complex information into practical learning for non-technical audiences. Have supported system implementation, testing or user-readiness activities. Can plan varied workloads and take defined work packages through to completion. Please download the job description and person specification for more information To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your Supporting Statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests. Please also confirm that, if appointed, you will be able to work from County Hall, Lewes or one of other offices at least one day a week. We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are working towards recruiting a workforce that reflects our community, because we recognise the value of diverse perspective and experiences. For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page and our statement on the use of AI. Interviews will take place in person at East Sussex County Council, County Hall, St Anne's Crescent, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 1UE. Interviews are expected to take place during November 2026. If you are unavailable, please let us know and we may be able to offer an alternative interview date. Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page. Vocational Training through Apprenticeships is now available to our staff, ranging from entry level to degree level qualifications. You can talk to the hiring manager and the apprenticeship team about what qualifications would be relevant to you and this job role, and if it is possible to support you in apprenticeship training. For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Lucy Winder, Digital Adoption & Capability Manager at lucy.winder@eastsussex.gov.uk to request a MS teams call or phone call. Be part of something that makes a difference – for our communities, our colleagues and our future choose East Sussex. Additional Information Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only. If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above. Job Info Job Identification 4532 Job Category Information Technology Posting Date 10/23/2026 Apply Before 11/15/2026 Locations East Sussex, United Kingdom (Hybrid) Enable Applications Yes Working Hours 37 Salary £34,146 - £36,446 per annum Salary From 34,146 Salary To 36,446 Working Pattern Full Time Contract Type Permanent Contract