This is a key front-facing role supporting the smooth day-to-day running of a busy Junior School. Acting as both Secretary and Receptionist, you will provide high-quality administrative support while delivering a professional, friendly and reassuring welcome to pupils, parents, staff and visitors.

Hours: Monday to Friday (typically 8:00am-2:45pm)

Client Details

Our client is a highly regarded independent school set within an exceptional campus in South East London. Known for its strong community ethos, high standards and commitment to pupil wellbeing, the school offers a warm, professional and inclusive environment where staff are valued, supported and encouraged to thrive.

Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Offering a warm, professional welcome to all visitors
• Handling telephone calls and emails efficiently, accurately and courteously
• Liaising confidently with pupils, parents, staff and senior stakeholders
• Providing comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to the Junior School
• Managing written, electronic, telephone and in-person enquiries
• Maintaining accurate pupil attendance records and acting as the attendance lead
• Using IT systems (including Microsoft Office) and school databases effectively

Profile

Person Specification:

• Previous experience in an office or administrative role within a school setting
• Strong IT skills, including Outlook and Microsoft Office
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and strong organisational ability
• Ability to manage a varied and busy workload
• Hold a clean enhanced DBS

Job Offer

• Opportunity to work at a prestigious private school.
• Key experience in a busy school environment

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