Shared Lives scheme
"We have a good laugh, I like going out to restaurants and takeaways. My bedroom is being decorated and it looks really nice."
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Director, Alan Sinclair talks about Adults' Services at West Sussex, the career opportunities and the benefits of joining us.
“I would rate the support I have received in recent years, and continue to receive, as exemplary. Great reciprocal communication and highly professional attitude with a friendly, concerned and supportive approach.”
Shared Lives scheme in West Sussex County Council
Make an enquiry
Chat to one of our team about starting your journey as a Shared Lives carer.
About the scheme
Learn more about how the Shared Lives scheme works.
Role and responsibilities
What to expect as a Shared Lives carer.
Foster carer transitions
If you’re a Foster carer looking to transition to Shared Lives carer.
Pay and benefits
Information on pay banding and benefits of the Shared Lives scheme.
Stories
Hear from our Shared Lives carers and adults’ they support.
"I am now in my first 6 months of this role and must say that it is the most rewarding and personally fulfilling role I have held within the care sector."
Our Shared Lives team
West Sussex County Council has a dedicated Shared Lives team. The team includes a Head of Service, Area Service Manager, Registered Manager, Shared Lives Manager, Senior Shared Lives worker and 8 Shared Lives workers.
Our team supports Shared Lives carers from their first enquiry through to approval. Once a carer is approved, their Shared Lives worker keeps in touch through regular support and monitoring visits. The worker also carries out a review every year.
The Shared Lives team is always available to help. Carers can contact us by phone or through our duty inbox whenever they need support.
Enquire now by emailing: sharedlives.dutyworker@westsussex.gov.uk.
“If I had a friend or relative with a learning disability, I would wholeheartedly recommend our service.”
Contact us
If you’d like to chat to us about our vacancies or any other questions you may have on becoming a Shared Lives carer, email sharedlives.dutyworker@westsussex.gov.uk
or call 033 022 25700.
Call using Relay UK: 18001 0330 22 25700 (from a textphone or the NGT Lite app downloaded onto a computer, tablet or smartphone).