East Sussex County Council
Receptionist
Receptionist at East Sussex County Council, based in Eastbourne, South East, paying £26,427 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £26,427 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Eastbourne, South East
- Closing date
- Sector
- Receptionist
- DBS check
- Visa sponsorship
Bang in line with the market for receptionist
Reference 2be1263b0de830c0bac9763d0a03e58872ebccb3
About the role
Job Description
Are you an enthusiastic and committed person who is passionate about welcoming visitors and people? Then being part of Milton Grange Reception team could be the job for you.
As a part of the Reception team, you will lead the way in provide reception cover at Milton Grange. You will be responsible for providing an initial point of contact for visitors and clients. You will also be responsible for undertaking administrative duties including providing telephone cover and message service, process incoming and outgoing mail.
We are looking for candidates who have:
- Experience dealing with members of the public
- Interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a team
- Commitment to improving personal performance and supporting that of the service
Please download the Job Description and Person Specification for more information.
You can also download the following documents:
To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your Supporting Statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests.
For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page and our statement on the use of AI.
Interviews will be held at Milton Grange. Milton Road, Eastbourne, BN21 1SL within 2 weeks of the advert closing date.
Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See ourpriority status page for details.
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.
"I was very aware that women of a certain age are often overlooked. Not here at East Sussex/ Here I am taken in as a person with skills and are respected for what you can do and not discriminated against because of your age." Sarah, Administrative Support Assistant
For an informal conversation, please contact the lead business administrator Catherine Al Hashmi on [phone removed] or [email removed]
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About us
Additional InformationThis post is subject to 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. Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.
Reference: 2be1263b0de830c0bac9763d0a03e58872ebccb3 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 15 Nov 2026 · Listed via East Sussex County Council
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