Job Description
Our client, a prestigious independent school in Central London, is seeking an exceptional School Secretary to join their dedicated team on a temp-to-perm basis. This is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of school life, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to make a genuine contribution to a thriving educational community.
This School Secretary will serve as the first point of contact for visitors, parents and visitors, presenting a warm, professional image of the school at all times. Working closely with the Head, the Director of Finance & Operations, and the Office Manager, this candidate will be required to provide comprehensive administrative and reception services, supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school whilst upholding its ethos, values, and safeguarding responsibilities.
The successful candidate will be a highly organised and composed individual, capable of managing competing priorities in a busy, service-driven environment. First-class communication skills, a confident telephone manner, and strong ICT proficiency across Microsoft Office applications are essential.
English and Maths GCSE is required, and degree-level education is desirable. Previous experience in a busy administrative role is essential; experience within an educational setting would be a distinct advantage.
Hours: Mon – Fri 8 – 4 pm (sometimes 7.30 am start)
Based: Office / Central London
Duties include but are not limited to:
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* Handle all telephone, email and face-to-face enquiries, taking messages and directing call to the appropriate member of staff
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* Manage incoming and outgoing mail
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* Monitor the school office inbox, responding to or forwarding parent and staff enquiries as appropriate
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* Support SLT and staff with parent communications
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* Maintain accurate attendance registers, follow up on absent pupils / confirming daily lunch numbers
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* Assist with the administration of school trips, including transport bookings and correspondence
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* Manage extra-curricular club lists and communicate changes or cancellations
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* Provide general administrative support using MS Office, SIMS and other school systems, ensuring accurate and efficient data management
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* Receive deliveries and maintain a professional and welcoming reception area
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* Act as a supportive and sympathetic point of contact for students and parents, whilst undertaking any other reasonable duties as required
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