Do you have strong administrative experience, confidence using a range of systems, and effective communication skills? If you can work under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage competing demands, we would love to hear from you.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the East Sussex Education Division for a full‑time, permanent Business Administrator to join the Specialist Teaching Services Admin Team. We are a Local Authority service committed to championing change for children across East Sussex.
You will play a key role in supporting the Council to deliver excellent services to children, families and schools. The work is fast‑paced and varied, and you will receive full training and ongoing support to help you succeed.
Our administrative team supports a wide range of services, including:
- Teaching and Learning Provision
- Elective Home Education
- Interim Provision
- English as an Additional Language (EALS)
- Sensory Needs Service.
In this role, you will contribute to several of these areas, giving you valuable insight into the East Sussex Education Division while applying your existing skills and developing new ones.
We are committed to supporting your career progression, and the variety of work provides excellent opportunities for personal and professional growth.
The successful candidate will have the following:
- Confidence using email and word‑processing software including working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite.
- The ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- A resilient approach, with strong personal drive and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
- A strong team ethic, able to work collaboratively as well as independently.
To apply for this role, please select the ‘Apply Now’ button above and upload your CV and Supporting Statement. We will shortlist based on your Supporting Statement, so please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, using relevant examples from work, education, or personal experience.
For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page and our statement on the use of AI.
Please download the Job Description and Person Specification for more information.
Interviews are scheduled for Friday, 22 May 2026. These will include a face‑to‑face interview followed by a task, and will take place at Eastbourne Teaching and Learning Centre.
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.
If you have any questions or would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Sarah Leggatt, Office Manager at Sarah.Leggatt@eastsussex.gov.uk, or Amanda White, Business Support Officer at Amanda.WhiteCS@eastsussex.gov.uk.
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