Job Description

Hours of work: 32.5


Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only


(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)


Closing date: Monday 10 November 2025


For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:


The Southfield Trust


3 Broadwater Way


Eastbourne


East Sussex


BN22 9PZ





Email: recruitment@thesouthfieldtrust.com


Website: www.thesouthfieldtrust.com


Please note, we do not accept CVs.


This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.


The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.


If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.

BE OUTSTANDING. JOIN OUTSTANDING.

Join Our Team


The Southfield Multi Academy Trust consists of four outstanding special schools across six sites;


South Downs School, The Lindfield School, Hazel Court School and Summerdown School.


All provide the best possible educational opportunities for all its SEN learners and their families.

We Offer

A supportive and welcoming staff team Staff Wellbeing - Free Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) Opportunities for professional development A dynamic and creative work environment An actual salary of 19,214, based on Single Status Grade 3.7 / 24,796 (fte). Term time only, paid for 46 weeks per annum.

Hours are 08:30 - 15:30, five days (32.5hrs) a week

with an unpaid half hour lunch. Permanent contract, subject to a successful one year probationary review.

The Role

As a receptionist, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the day to day support to one of our schools. Your responsibilities will include:


Provide General clerical support in one of our busy school offices To be the first point of contact to all visitors to the school Using standard Microsoft software including Excel and Bromcom Knowledge around Safeguarding To communicate with across Trust team members May be required to work at any of our six sites permanently or as cover.

About You

We are looking for candidates who have:


A genuine passion for education and the well-being of children A drive to deliver a high standard of customer service Excellent communication and word processing skills Excellent organisational skills and able to work to deadlines The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across the Trust Patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude Self motivated

How to Apply

CLOSING DATE Midday Monday 10th November 2025

For more information about the Trust and to apply please visit our website: www.thesouthfieldtrust.com where you can find the Support Staff Application forms & Personal Specification.

We do not accept CVs. We are unable to offer overseas sponsorship.

We look forward to receiving your application which can be sent to: recruitment@thesouthfieldtrust.com


The Southfield Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Employment will be subject to pre-employment checks including satisfactory DBS Enhanced clearance and references. This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.



Additional Information



The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record .



All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school's Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.