Permanent, 8am-4.30pm Monday-Friday
Term time only 36 weeks per year (plus INSET & Open Mornings)
40 hours per week
We are seeking a highly organised and professional Secretary to provide administrative support to the Pre-Prep & Junior School. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality administrative support, act as a first point of contact for parents and visitors, and help ensure the smooth and efficient running of the school office.
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Provide efficient day-to-day administrative support to the Pre-Prep and Junior School office.
- Act as a first point of contact for parents, pupils, staff, visitors and external enquiries.
- Maintain accurate pupil records and support school registration processes.
- Manage communications, including emails, telephone calls and face-to-face enquiries.
- Assist with the organisation of school events, open mornings and other key activities.
- Help ensure safeguarding and visitor procedures are followed at all times.
For further information please see attached Job Description.
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Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise competing tasks.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word and Excel.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to build positive relationships and deliver excellent customer service.
- Discreet and trustworthy, with the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
- Able to work independently, use initiative and remain calm under pressure.
- Flexible, proactive and enthusiastic with a positive, ‘can-do’ approach.
Benefits include but are not limited to:
- Generous and competitive school fee remission.
- Free refreshments and fruit.
- Employee assistance packages - AIG SmartHealth and L&G Sparks.
- Recently refurbished gym on-site and access to gym membership offer for the University of Bath.
- Tax-efficient Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Pilates classes for staff, with colleagues also welcome to join the Senior School's weekly lunchtime Running Club.
- Support towards prescription glasses and eye tests.
About King Edward’s School, Bath
Founded in 1552, King Edward’s School (KES) is Bath’s oldest school and one of the leading co-educational independent schools in the south-west of England. The School was recently awarded Independent Secondary School of the Year in the South West by the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026 (Read more). Serving pupils aged 3–18 across its Pre-Prep, Junior, Senior and Sixth Form sections, KES combines a rich heritage with a forward-thinking approach to education (Read more).
The School is thriving and inclusive with a strong sense of community and reputation for excellence both in and beyond the classroom and has a long-standing tradition of academic excellence, reflected in consistently outstanding results (Read more). We are proud to provide a nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to grow in confidence, curiosity and character.
Working at King Edward’s means becoming part of a collaborative and welcoming staff team, where professionalism is balanced with warmth and a shared commitment to supporting young people. We value our staff and are dedicated to creating a positive working environment with opportunities for development and contribution across the wider school community.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
