About the School - Kings Plymouth
King’s School and Nursery in Plymouth is a co-educational independent school for children aged 8 months up to 11 years old. We provide a complete education in a warm and nurturing environment.
Our strong sense of family and community, where each child is guided and encouraged to aim high and do their best both academically and personally, is something we are very proud of. Good manners and thoughtfulness for others are core values and children learn to take responsibility whilst gaining in self-confidence, self-discipline and maturity.
The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced
School Administration Manager (Front of House) to join our fantastic team.
About Cognita
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 90 schools in 21 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.
About the role
You will be the welcoming face of the school, based at the front-of-house reception, playing a key role in ensuring the smooth daily running of administrative operations. As the first point of contact for visitors, parents, students, and staff, you will provide a professional and friendly service while managing enquiries, communication, and general office tasks. Alongside maintaining accurate pupil records and attendance, you will support wider school functions, including admissions, marketing activities, event coordination, and HR administration. This is a varied role where no two days are the same, requiring strong organisation, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy school environment.
This is a full-time, term-time only role.
Please note: This role is term-time only (35.6 weeks per year) and offers a salary of £21,273 per annum. If you are interested in a year-round position, we may be able to accommodate this depending on business needs. In this case, the full-time equivalent (FTE) salary would be £27,726 per annum.
Who we are looking for:
You will bring a confident and professional approach, with excellent communication skills and a natural ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. Highly organised and proactive, you will be comfortable managing competing tasks while maintaining accuracy and discretion. You will have strong administrative skills and be confident using standard office systems, with the ability to work independently and use sound judgement. A calm and approachable manner is essential, particularly when handling queries or challenging situations, alongside a genuine commitment to safeguarding and supporting the wellbeing of students and colleagues.
Benefits at Cognita:
- Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
- Enrolment in our company's pension scheme
- Subsidised lunch available
- School holidays and public holidays
- School fee discount
- Exclusive third-party discounts
- Ongoing professional development
How to Apply:
Complete this application before the closing date:
23:59 BST (UTC+1), Sunday 30th August 2026.
Cognita Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available on the school website. Details on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is included within the Application Guidance.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.
Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.
