Assistant Secretary, Junior School

Exeter School is looking for an Assistant Secretary to work in the Junior School on a term-time basis.  The post holder will be accountable to the Headmistress' PA.  The ability to maintain confidentiality is essential.  The post holder will need to be able  to work independently as well as part of a team.

Normal hours of work are Monday to Friday: 0845 to 1730 (with 45 minutes for lunch) in term time with an additional 10 days being worked in the School holidays (actual days to be agreed to meet the needs of the School).

This is an important and very busy position within the Junior School working closely with the Headmistress' PA to ensure the day-to-day functioning of the Junior School, in support of the Headmistress and her staff.  The position includes a wide range of tasks involving pupils, parents and staff.  The successful applicant should be committed to the aims of Exeter School, and be willing to show interest, initiative and motivation to contribute to the school community as a whole.

Required by September 2018.

To apply, please submit a covering letter with your application form.

Further details from the Bursar’s P.A. Mrs Julie Furniss (Tel: 01392 258712; e-mail: bursarspa@exeterschool.org.uk).

Closing date for applications: Midday on Friday 27th July 2018.

Interviews to be held on Friday 3rd August 2018.

This post falls into the category of Regulated Activity.  Exeter School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.