Receptionist (Cuckmere House School)

Hours of work: 15 Hours
Working pattern: Part-time Term-time only etc.
(As the position is part-time/term-time only the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: 12pm Tuesday 6 October 2026

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

Cuckmere House School
Eastbourne Road
Seaford
East Sussex
BN25 4BA

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Please note we do not accept CVs.

Cuckmere House School
Receptionist
Permanent Term Time Only
15 hours per week (Thursday & Friday)
40 weeks worked and 46 weeks paid per year
Single Status Grade 3
(current value at FTE 25614)
Pro-rata salary starting from 9160 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 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.

Cuckmere House based in Seaford is part of the SABDEN Multi Academy Trust and is an Outstanding SEMH Special school. We are passionate about creating a safe and supportive learning environment that fosters respect for others develops resilience promotes high expectations and prepares young people for successful futures.

We are looking to recruit an efficient and flexible Receptionist into our administration team to support the smooth running of our reception area. The ideal candidate will need to be experienced in administrative support and will need to have a good telephone manner be able to deal sensitively with a range of children parents and outside agencies. They will also need excellent IT and interpersonal skills. Previous school office experience using SIMS would be an advantage but is not essential.

Other necessary qualities include confidentiality efficiency and being able to work on your own initiative and under pressure and a willingness to contribute to the continued improvement of the school. The working pattern will be Thursday to Friday 8:15am-15:45pm.

The successful candidate will be joining a Trust and school that continues to be ambitious in its drive to improve outcomes for our pupils. You will join a highly dedicated and professional staff team and be part of a supportive working and learning environment where your professional development is highly valued.

For an application pack please visit the vacancy section of the SABDEN Multi Academy Trust website here: date for completed applications is by midday Tuesday 6th October 2026

Please send completed applications to

Please note CVs will not be accepted.

For further information about Cuckmere House School please visit the schools profile page by visiting here: 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).
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