Trust Central Operations Administrator (The Southfield Trust)

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:    [email protected]
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.

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.

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: [email protected] 

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.