Position : Support Services Officer (Reception) Location : South Downs Centre, Midhurst Closing Date : 11 October 2026 Interview Date : 26 October 2026 Salary : £25,673 - £28,563 Hours : 37 hours per week Type of post : Permanent You will deliver Support Services, including the front-of-house service, at the South Downs Centre. We would like to hear from you if you are interested in working in a rewarding and challenging environment. Covering a range of administrative duties, you will assist colleagues throughout the organisation when required. You will have experience of working with the general public and handling a wide range of enquiries, in sometimes challenging situations. You will also have experience of taking notes, using office systems, including data management and filing, be experienced in dealing with a busy workload and have strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook. You will also be the first point of contact for members of the public, partners and stakeholders, as well as delivering an efficient and responsive reception service for the South Downs Centre, including managing all incoming post, telephone calls and also guiding people through our interpretation area and assisting them in finding further information about the South Downs National Park along with identifying activities they may wish to undertake. This is a fantastic introductory level role that can lead to further opportunities as they arise. Sound like something that interests you? Think you can really add value to the role? Meet the person specification? Then please apply! To apply : Please apply via the button shown to upload your CV and complete our application, referring to the person specification. SDNPA is an inclusive organisation, and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, faith and religion, disability and age. We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS) for disabled applicants. In all circumstances, the SDNPA appoints on merit based on evidence the applicant supplies in meeting the essential criteria for the post. Further information on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion can be found on our website. SDNPA Enhanced Benefits - Flexible working (this is available for the majority of our roles. However, some positions may require on-site presence and/or specific hours due to business needs) - Local government pension scheme - Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme - Heat Scheme (capped interest-free green home improvement loan, available on a first-come, first-served basis) - Healthcare - includes cash plan, counselling and wellbeing discounts - Access to Health and Wellbeing portal and webinars - 28 days annual leave, increasing to 31 days, plus bank holidays - Professional development support - Cycle to work scheme - Car sharing - Use of pool cars - Regular staff events / activities, which support the SDNPAs Purposes and Duty TPBN1_UKTJ
Support Services Officer (Reception) employer: South Downs National Park Authority
The South Downs Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. With flexible working options, generous annual leave, and unique benefits like the Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme, employees are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally while contributing to meaningful conservation efforts in the beautiful South Downs National Park.
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South Downs National Park Authority Recruitment Team
