Receptionist (St Mary's, as part of the SABDEN Multi Academy Trust)

East Sussex County Council; Wealden; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education authority is seeking a part-time Receptionist for St Mary's School in Heathfield, East Sussex. The role demands 17.5 hours per week during term time, primarily providing administrative support. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and be comfortable interacting with children and parents. The salary is pro-rata up to £27,353 per year, with a supportive work environment. Applications must be submitted by midday on 8th January 2026.

Qualifications

• Previous school office experience using SIMS is an advantage.
• Ability to deal sensitively with children, parents, and agencies.
• Flexibility to work Monday to Friday from 12 to 3:30 PM.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support and assist in the school office.
• Handle phone calls and inquiries sensitively.
• Maintain a welcoming atmosphere for students and parents.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent IT and administrative skills

Good telephone manner

Enthusiastic and friendly

Flexible and reliable

Tools

SIMS

Job description

Receptionist (St Mary's, as part of the SABDEN Multi Academy Trust)

East Sussex County Council
Heathfield, East Sussex,

£27,353 per year - estimated ?

Part time

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Description

• Hours of work: 17.5
• 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: 12 noon, Thursday 8th January 2026

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

St Mary's, as part of the SABDEN Multi Academy Trust
Maynards Green
Heathfield
East Sussex
TN38 9QU

Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]..uk
Website: www.sabden.org.uk

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.

Receptionist

St Mary's School

• 17.5 hours per week
• 40 weeks worked and 46 weeks paid per year
• Grade 3 SSP07 (FTE £24,795)
• Pro-rata starting salary from £10,345 p.a.

The SABDEN Multi Academy Trust, based across East Sussex, is an aspirational and supportive Trust, aiming to create a warm, caring, stable, supportive environment in which all staff and pupils feel safe. We are three special schools and a vocational free school. We strive to discover success through learning, self-belief and achievement. Pupils are empowered to take responsibility through a personalised curriculum supported by secure systems.

St Mary's School, as part of the SABDEN Multi Academy Trust, is a 'Good' special school in Horam. As one of three special schools within the Trust, we make provision for children and young people with a range of social, emotional and mental health needs, all of whom have an Education Health Care plan (EHCP). We are ambitious in our drive to improve outcomes for all our learners. St Mary's School offers the right candidate the opportunity to work in a lively, industrious environment.

St Mary's School, Heathfield, is seeking to recruit a part time Receptionist, Monday to Friday 12 to 3:30pm. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, efficient, flexible, friendly and reliable. They will need to have strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a good telephone manner and be able to deal sensitively with a range of children, parents and outside agencies. They will need excellent IT and administrative skills. Previous school office experience using SIMS would be strong advantage but not essential.

For an application pack, please visit the vacancy section of the SABDEN Multi Academy Trust website here: sabden.org.uk/216/vacancies

Closing date for completed applications by midday, Thursday 8th January 2026.

Please send completed applications to [e-mail]

The school has a proven commitment to 'Equality of Opportunity' and actively promotes the welfare and safeguarding of young people. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced check from the Disclosure and Debarring Service (DBS).