School Secretary

Start Date: April 2025Full-Time | Term-Time Plus Occasional Holiday Work

Are you a highly organised and proactive administrator with experience in a school or nursery setting? A welcoming nursery school in Islington is seeking a School Secretary to provide essential administrative support to the Principal, Deputy Principal, and teaching team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a nurturing environment and play a key role in the daily operations of the school.

• Supportive & Inclusive Environment - Be part of a warm and collaborative team.
• Varied & Rewarding Role - Enjoy a dynamic role where no two days are the same!
• Great Location - Based in Islington with excellent transport links.
• Career Development - Training and progression opportunities available.

• Administrative Support: Ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery office.
• Communication: Answer and redirect calls/emails, liaise with parents, staff, and external partners.
• Organisation: Manage school schedules, visits, events, and meetings.
• Finance: Handle invoicing, petty cash, expense reports, and nursery fees.
• Compliance: Maintain nursery policies, procedures, and records in line with Ofsted and safeguarding regulations.
• Data Management: Update class lists, allergy information, staff/parent contact details, and extra-curricular activity registers.
• Procurement: Order office supplies, groceries, school lunches, and educational resources.
• Training & Policies: Book staff training sessions and ensure compliance with nursery policies.

• Experience in a school or nursery administrative role (preferred).
• Knowledge of school/nursery legislation, including Ofsted and safeguarding.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong IT skills, including experience with school/nursery management systems.
• A professional, friendly, and proactive approach to work.

This nursery school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%