School Administrator

RECEPTIONIST / SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR- Required for January 2025                   

(Part-time, Term-time 34 weeks per year) 

We are seeking to appoint (from January 2025) an enthusiastic Part-time School Receptionist (Saturdays) at our Senior School and part-time Receptionist and School Administrator at our Prep School.

Both roles will provide a professional and welcoming reception service to all visitors at Cranleigh School and Cranleigh Prep School and include a variety of administrative duties. Acting as the primary point of contact between the school and its parents and visitors, the ideal candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills; be flexible and approachable in a busy day to day environment and have an understanding of safeguarding children. Written and verbal communication skills are important, along with the ability to prioritise and work under pressure. The ideal candidate will have experience of undertaking a range of administrative tasks in a busy customer facing role however full training and guidance will be given to the right candidate. Experience of working within a school environment is desirable.

Working hours per week:

Cranleigh School: Saturdays during term time from 08:30 – 12:30 (although some flexibility will be required for additional hours on the occasional Saturday).

Cranleigh Prep School: Wednesdays and Thursdays 07:30 – 17:30, Friday 07:30 – 13:00 during term time.

We would ideally like one person to fulfil both roles however we also welcome applications from candidates who would prefer to only do one role at either Cranleigh School or Cranleigh Prep School. Please state clearly in your application what your preference would be (both roles, Cranleigh School Receptionist Saturdays or Cranleigh Prep School Receptionist/School Administrator weekdays).

We are a forward thinking and innovative family of schools and offer a supportive community environment, a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, and a wide range of non-contractual benefits including:

• Bursarial School Pension Scheme
• Complimentary lunch during term time
• Free use of school gym
• Free onsite parking

For further details about the role and to apply, please visit our websites:

https://www.cranleigh.org/about-us/join-our-team/

https://www.cranprep.org/about-us/join-our-team/

Candidates are requested to submit a brief letter of application, together with a completed application form (apply via the websites) supported by a full CV as soon as possible and no later than midday on Monday 2 December 2024.

Applications are considered as they are received and therefore the vacancy may close sooner than advertised.

Only applications submitted on the School’s Application Form will be considered.

Cranleigh School recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post holder will be subject to a DBS check.