School Secretary

School Secretary and PA

• Location: Kensington, London
• Position: School Secretary and PA to SLT
• Start Date: 26/02/24
• Employement Type: Permanent, Full-Time Contract

A wonderful, Independent, Prep school in Kensington are looking to appoint a dynamic, professional and friendly School Secretary to work within an exceptional administration team. This will be a permanent, full-time contract.

Qualifications:

A university or higher education degree Skills

Excellent organisational, administrative and technology skills

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Experience:

Previous experience working in a school environment (desirable)

Personal Qualities:

Commitment to safeguarding pupils

Friendly, professional manner

High levels of personal and professional integrity

Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality where required

Positive rapport with pupils and parents

High standards of personal presence and presentation and attention to detail

Ability to communicate concisely and sensitively, both orally and in writing, to a variety of audiences

About the Role:

You will be:

• Greeting and Assisting Visitors
• Checking Registers
• Attending to medical issues
• Answering Phones/ Managing Correspondence
• Pupil Check-In and Check-Out
• Managing Supplies and Inventory
• Acting as PA to the Senior Leadership Team

Essential:

Be IT literate (Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Google Suite)

Enjoy working in a thriving, busy atmosphere

Enjoy working with children from age 4+

Be highly organised with an eye for detail and an ability to prioritise work as required

Strong interpersonal skills

Desirable

Familiarity with iSAMs or other school management software

If you would like to be considered for this role, please submit your CV and we will be in touch shortly.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'