Weekend Receptionist | Housing & Support Role
Confidential
Posted: March 20, 2026
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Quick Summary
The position involves providing receptionist services to support individuals experiencing homelessness in Eastbourne, with a focus on providing a warm welcome and tailored support to help them move towards independent living.
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Job Description
Weekend Receptionist Job – Eastbourne | Housing & Support Role | SDR Living
Join SDR Living as a Weekend Receptionist and Make a Real Difference
📍 Location: Jevington Gardens, Eastbourne
💰 Salary: £13.45 per hour (annual review)
⭐ Enhanced Pay: Bank holiday rates
🕒 Hours: 12 hours per week (Saturday 09:00 – 21:00)
About SDR Living
SDR Living provides short-term accommodation and housing support services in Eastbourne, working in partnership with East Sussex local authorities. We support individuals and families experiencing homelessness, helping them move towards independent living with dignity and stability.
We are proud of our reputation for delivering high-quality supported housing and welfare support services
Weekend Receptionist Role – What You’ll Be Doing
This is more than a front desk role. As a Weekend Receptionist in a supported housing setting, you will play a key part in maintaining a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment.
Key responsibilities:
Deliver a professional and friendly reception service
Support residents with housing-related queries and guidance
Monitor and maintain building safety and security systems
Respond calmly to challenging situations and anti-social behaviour
Ensure compliance with health & safety procedures
Work collaboratively with the wider support and housing team
Who We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who is:
Calm, resilient, and confident in challenging environments
An excellent communicator with strong people skills
Able to maintain professional boundaries with empathy
Reliable and committed to a consistent weekend shift
Willing to cover additional shifts when required
💡 Experience in housing, support work, or customer service is desirable but not essential – full training is provided.
What We Offer
✅ Career Development – Ongoing training in housing and support work
✅ Holiday Allowance – Minimum 8 days (pro rata, including bank holidays)
✅ Pension Scheme – Available (eligibility applies)
✅ Structured Induction – Full onboarding and probation support
✅ Supportive Management – We invest in your success
✅ Refer a Friend Bonus – Earn £500 (T&Cs apply)
✅ Company Sick Pay – After successful probation
Why Join SDR Living in Eastbourne?
Be part of a supportive housing team making a real social impact
Gain experience in homelessness support and housing services
Work in a stable, consistent weekend role
Develop a career in the supported living and care sector
Our Values
We are guided by:
Kindness • Dignity & Respect • Calmness • Creativity • Responsibility
If these values reflect who you are, you’ll fit right in.
👉 Apply today and join SDR Living
If you’re ready to join a caring, supportive team and make a meaningful difference every day, we’d love to hear from you! If you don’t have a CV, please get in touch:
📧 [email protected]
📞 07484 482896
⚠ Please Note: Some, but not all, companies within our Group hold a UKVI sponsorship licence. Current Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) allocations are extremely limited, so we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.
Successful applicants will be required to complete a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check following a job offer.