Administrator

We are recruiting for an outstanding Administrator to join our School Administration team. In this role you will assist the Administration Manager in maintaining the smooth running of the school office by dealing with all administrative functions as required. You will take responsibility for minute taking at meetings of the Leadership Team and other staff meetings. This role will also be involved in the planning and preparation of whole school events and parents’ meetings.

The successful candidate will have previous experience of providing administrative support, as well as developing and maintaining administrative systems. They would require the ability to work under pressure and balance a varied workload, whilst maintaining a high standard of work. The ideal candidate will have the ability to minute meetings accurately and disseminate key information efficiently. Previous experience of working in a school would be desirable, but not essential.

Full time hours are required during term time, working 08:30 – 17.00 Monday to Friday, however we are willing to consider flexibility on hours during school holiday periods. Please indicate on your application if you would require a different working pattern during the holidays.

Downe House is a leading independent boarding and day school for girls aged 11-18, based in the village of Cold Ash near Thatcham. Our aim is to provide pupils with a wealth of academic, pastoral and co-curricular opportunities to allow them to grow into confident young women prepared to take on the world.

Benefits Include:

• Generous pension scheme, with employer contributions at 9%
• Delicious free meals daily
• Free onsite parking
• A modern gym and swimming pool facilities available for staff use at set times
• Life insurance 

How to Apply

Application forms can be downloaded from our website. Completed application forms should be sent to recruitment@downehouse.net by 9.00am on Friday 8th November 2024. We reserve the right to interview/appoint before the closing date.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Own transport is essential as the school is in a rural location with no public transport links.

For further details you can contact the HR Department on 01635 204712 or email recruitment@downehouse.net

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and any offer of employment is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Check (DBS), satisfactory references, and social media checks.

At Downe House we promote equality of opportunity for all pupils and staff, both current and prospective, and we actively support an environment and culture that values diversity and inclusion.