Reference: 98678
Date Added: 26 February 2026
Closing Date: 20 March 2026
Job Title: Caseworker
Working For: Alison Bennett MP (Mid Sussex)
Location: Burgess Hill
Salary: In line with IPSA pay scales
Length of Contract: Permanent, after successful completion of 6-month probation period
Job Details
We are seeking a dedicated Caseworker to provide support and advice to constituents in Mid Sussex.
Job Overview
You will lead on the response to mass campaigns and constituents’ policy questions and you will support the Senior Caseworker with constituents' personal casework.
You will liaise with government and other organisations to resolve matters for constituents and ensure their concerns are heard.
You will co-ordinate constituency surgeries, including briefing Alison, taking notes and following up actions.
The role is full time. We may consider 4 days a week for the right candidate.
You will spend most of your week in the Burgess Hill office though some hybrid working is possible.
The Ideal Candidate
You can manage a large caseload, prioritising effectively, taking actions in a timely manner and keeping constituents informed.
You enjoy working in a small team and contributing to the team culture. You are flexible, particularly when it is busy, and support Alison and the team.
You thrive in a customer facing environment with experience gained through work, volunteering or an elected position.
You understand and share Alison and the Liberal Democrats’ core values and priorities.
You are an effective and empathetic communicator. You tailor the style and tone of your communication for the situation and audience.
Responsibilities
• Ensure that surgeries are well planned and run to time, and follow up on actions as appropriate
• Deal with large numbers of queries from the public, as well as assisting on more complex cases from members of public by email, phone or face to face
• Ensure that each case is dealt with promptly, sensitively, confidentially and accurately in accordance with the MP’s aims and objectives
• Gather relevant information to assist with resolving cases
• Log all cases, monitor progress and ensure all identified actions are taken
• Be a supportive team member, assisting in any other tasks that might be needed
• There may be a requirement for the role holder to work outside of the normal working hours and travel to London occasionally
Requirements
• Right to work in the UK
• Fluent spoken and accurate written English
• Sympathetic to Liberal Democrat values and aims
Desired Skills
• Previous experience of managing casework or customer service experience
• Experience of CRM systems
Upon appointment you will be required to comply with the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, undertaken by the Members’ Staff Verification Office (MSVO). See Members’ Staff Verification Office (MSVO) page for further info. MPs generally pay staff in accordance with IPSA guidelines.
Closing Date: 20 March 2026
Interview/Start Dates
Interviews will include a written task. We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible and reserve the right to close applications before the closing date, so please apply as early as possible.
We aim to respond to all candidates though cannot guarantee to provide detailed feedback.
Application Details
Please send your CV and a covering letter to Alison Bennett MP's Chief of Staff, Kirsty Lord, at kirsty.lord@parliament.uk stating how your experience and skills match the job description and why you are interested in the role.
Please do email Kirsty if you have any questions before applying or during the application process
Website: http://www.alisonbennett.co.uk