Job Description

Croydon High School

Croydon



Expiring soon

Salary:

19,994 per annum pro-rata (40,872 per annum full-time equivalent)

Job type:

Part Time, Permanent

Apply by:

2 July 2025

Job overview

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If you are an organised administrator with first class interpersonal and communication skills this position offers an exciting opportunity to play a key role supporting the Senior Leadership Team at Croydon High School.


In this role you will be vital to the smooth running of the school. Your responsibilities will include managing the diaries of Senior Leadership Team members, organising their meetings, travel arrangements and responding to telephone calls and Emails on their behalf. You will also provide support with preparing their documents, reports and presentation materials as well as assist the Senior Leadership Team with the management of the systems they oversee, such as the school database.


Collaboration in this role is key, as you will work with other administrative teams within Croydon High as required and particularly the Head's Executive Assistant.


The working hours are 21.6 hours per week (over 3 days) between the hours of 9.00am to 5.00pm.


This is a term time only role, with some additional days to be worked during school closure periods.

About You

Excellent organisational and administrative skills are essential, as is the ability to remain calm under pressure, work to tight deadlines and maintain administrative systems and records.


Proficiency in the use of various Microsoft applications and the ability to deal with callers and visitors in a calm and courteous manner is equally important.


You do not require experience of working in a school, however a "can do" and calm approach and a professional attitude is essential.

Why Croydon High School:

Established in 1874, Croydon High School prides itself on its innovative approach and friendly atmosphere. The School is located in Selsdon, south of Croydon, on a beautiful campus. Croydon High is made up of students from a broad and culturally diverse range of backgrounds and the school recognises and hugely values the positive impact this has on all who teach and learn here.


As part of the GDST, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as:

Competitive salaries and pay progression Extensive professional development opportunities Training grants for obtaining further qualifications GDST central training and development programme Generous pension schemes Life assurance benefit Free school lunches Up to 50% discount on fees for children at GDST schools Interest free loans for training, computer purchase or season tickets Cycle to Work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Retail and lifestyle discounts Financial guidance and support Competitive terms and conditions of employment

For further details and an application form please click the apply button.

The closing date for applications is 12.00pm noon, Wednesday 2 July 2025.

The school reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.

The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.

The GDST is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

About

Croydon High School

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Croydon High School

Old Farleigh Road, Selsdon, Croydon
Surrey
CR2 8YB
United Kingdom

+44 20 8260 7500

An independent day school for girls aged 3-18.



Croydon High is a leading girls' school set in beautiful grounds in the leafy suburb of Selsdon. We believe in education in the broadest sense and aim to provide talented young women with a stimulating learning environment in which to grow - academically, socially and culturally. This aim is underpinned by our strong commitment to providing excellent pastoral care.



Our academic achievement is only part of our success. We offer a broad curriculum with a wide range of extra-curricular activities and are dedicated to helping every girl achieve her personal best. Every girl here is a member of a friendly, caring community where tolerance, respect and concern for others are valued and expected.

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