Relief Site Manager (The Southfield Trust)

Job Description

Hours of work: Casual
Working pattern: Casual

Closing date: Friday 18 September 2026

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

The Southfield Trust
Lindfield Road
Eastbourne
East Sussex
BN22 0BQ

Phone: 01323 921630
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.

BE OUTSTANDING. JOIN OUTSTANDING

Join Our Team

The Southfield Multi Academy Trust consists of four outstanding special schools across six sites;

South Downs School, The Lindfield School, Hazel Court School and Summerdown School.

All provide the best possible educational opportunities for all its SEN learners and their families.

We Offer

• A supportive and welcoming staff team with a wealth of expertise

• Staff Wellbeing - Free Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)

• Opportunities for professional development and ongoing training

• A dynamic and creative work environment

• Flexible relief zero hours contract on an ad hoc basis to cover operational needs of the Trust

Hourly pay of £13.95ph - based on the Single Status Grade 5.12 / £26,847 (1.0fte)

The Role

This is an opportunity for a practical and well-motivated individual to carry out a role which will include a wide range of responsibilities and duties connected with Health & Safety, grounds and facilities maintenance and security ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for children, staff and visitors.

About You

We are looking for candidates who have:

• A genuine passion for providing the best environment for our pupils

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• The ability to work as an individual and as part of a wider team

• Patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude

• A full UK driving licence

• Please see the full job description

How to Apply

CLOSING DATE Friday 18th 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 and 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.

About us

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.