School Secretary

School Secretary Temporary position (6 months) Part-time, 29 hours per week Term time, Inset days, plus 5 days during the summer holidays Salary based on new NJC Grade 4, Scalepoint 7 to 11 (Actual starting salary £18,252 per annum) St Ambrose College is seeking to appoint a highly organised and professional individual to join our administrative team as a Temporary School Secretary for a fixed term of six months. This is a key front-facing role within the College, providing efficient and effective administrative support while acting as a first point of contact for parents, pupils, staff, and visitors. St Ambrose College is a high-performing Catholic grammar school where students benefit from an ambitious curriculum, high expectations, and a strong culture of respect and personal development. We are proud of our inclusive community and the excellent attitudes to learning demonstrated by our students. The successful candidate will play an important role in representing these values. Experience within an educational setting or admissions environment would be advantageous, although not essential. Key Responsibilities: • Providing comprehensive administrative and clerical support to the school office • Acting as the first point of contact, managing telephone, email, and face-to-face enquiries • Maintaining accurate pupil records and school information systems • Assisting with attendance records and reporting procedures • Supporting the organisation of school events, meetings, and communications • Undertaking general office duties including filing, data entry, and correspondence The Ideal Candidate Will: • Have excellent organisational and administrative skills • Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills • Be proficient in Microsoft Office and general IT systems • Be able to manage a busy workload with accuracy and attention to detail • Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times • Have previous experience in an administrative role (experienc