Abingdon Preparatory School has an exciting opportunity for a School Secretary to join the team.
Location: Frilford, Oxfordshire, OX13 5NX
Salary: £25,230 to £26,766 pro rata (£29,460 to £31,253 Full Time Equivalent salary) per year depending on skills and experience.
Schedule: The hours of work are 9.30am to 6.00pm on a term time plus basis (34 weeks during term time plus 5 weeks during school holidays).
About Us:
Abingdon Preparatory School is a thriving independent day school for pupils aged 4 to 13, located in the picturesque Oxfordshire village of Frilford Heath.
School Secretary – The Role:
Abingdon Prep School is seeking to appoint a skilled and experienced School Secretary to be part of the administrative team in the main School Office. The role is front facing for parents, pupils and staff and as such the post holder will receive visitors to the School and act as a suitable ambassador.
School Secretary – Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the first port of call for parental and other visitor inquiries
- Answer School Office telephone calls efficiently
- Handle post, deliveries, and supplies for the photocopiers
- Assist with distribution of school reports and information to parents via e-mail and database
- Regularly update information on internal television screens
- Manage school cameras and phones, uploading photographs to relevant locations
- Act as qualified Paediatric First Aider and support the School Nurse
- Support electronic pupil registration, dealing with late pupils and contacting the parents of absent students
School Secretary – Person Criteria:
High levels of organisation, computer literacy and excellent interpersonal skills are essential criteria for candidates. These skills, alongside a warm and friendly disposition are needed for this busy and varied role at the heart of our vibrant school community.
School Secretary – Benefits:
The School offers a range of generous benefits including up to 14.1% employer pension contribution, private healthcare insurance, free use of leisure facilities with discounted exercise classes and discounted school fees (eligibility criteria apply).
We recognise the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to ensure that our staffing at all levels and in all roles is diverse. Applications are welcome from all backgrounds and all sections of the community.
Closing date: Monday 7 October 2024 (midday)
Interview date: Wednesday 16 October 2024
Early applications are encouraged and we may make an appointment prior to the published closing date.
To submit your application for this exciting School Secretary opportunity, please click ‘Apply' now.
Abingdon is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.