East Sussex County Council
Trust Central Operations Administrator (The Southfield Trust)
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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: Midday Friday 25 September 2026
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.
Join Our Team
Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting education? The Southfield Trust is seeking a Central Operations Administrator to provide essential administrative support across our Trust, helping our schools deliver the very best outcomes for pupils.
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 £20,803, based on Single Status Grade 5.12 / £26,847 (fte)
- Term time only paid for 46 weeks (one week to be worked in a holiday), fixed term for one year subject to a successful 6 month probationary period. Hours are 08:30 - 15:30, five days (32.5hrs) a week.
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The Role (please see the full Job Description & Personal Specification)
To provide high-level administrative support across the Trust’s central operations, with particular focus on HR operations, Estates operations and organisational projects. The postholder will help ensure that statutory operational and compliance processes are delivered efficiently, accurately and to agreed timescales.
About You
The successful candidate will have:
- RQF level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics and evidence of continuing professional development.
- Ability to use technology as part of the role.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and compliance documentation.
- Awareness of the Data Protection regulations and a commitment to maintain confidentiality.
- Previous experience of working in an operational capacity within a public sector organisation.
- Ability to plan and organise a varied workload, on occasion working to short deadlines, whilst maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a range of people in a clear, concise and accurate manner, changing messages to suit different audiences.
- Willingness to undertake training and continuous professional development.
- Positive and proactive approach to problem solving.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team whilst also working independently.
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How to Apply
CLOSING DATE Midday Friday 25th September 2026
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 & Job Description & 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.
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