We’re looking for an enthusiastic and organised individual to join our busy team. In this varied role, you’ll be the welcoming face of our charity — managing reception and being the first point of contact for visitors, staff, and partners.
Behind the scenes, you’ll ensure the smooth running of our buildings and day-to-day operations, helping us create a well-organised and positive environment for everyone who uses our services.
Your strong organisational abilities, good communication skills, and solid IT skills will be key to your success in this role. If you enjoy working in a dynamic setting and making a real difference through your work, we’d love to hear from you.
Please see below a full job description and person specification, an application form and an equal opportunities monitoring form.
If you are interested, and would like more information, or an informal chat about the role, contact: Peter Thorpe (Deputy Director): 01424 444010 or email: [email protected]
For more information about working for HVA or to return your completed application form and equal opportunities monitoring form contact: Jan Papworth: 01424 444010 (Tuesday – Wednesday) or email: [email protected]
Employed by: Hastings Voluntary Action
Responsible to: Deputy Director of Hastings Voluntary Action
Base: Jackson Hall, Portland Place, Hastings, TN34 1QN
Salary: NJC scale point 8 (currently £26,403 FTE), rising to point 11
which starts at £14,985 for a 21 hr job
Hours: 21 hours per week (days/times to be confirmed)
Duration: Permanent
Holidays: 27 days plus bank holidays (pro rata)
Pensions: HVA will match up to 7% of salary in a NEST pension scheme.
Closing date: 12noon on Monday 24th November 2025
