Junior School Secretary - Administration for Junior Leadership Team and Clubs

Contract term: Permanent
Hours: Full time 10.15am - 6.15pm, Term time plus 5 days
Salary: G3 mid range £30,500-£33,100. Pro rata £24,809-£26,990
Required from: September 2026
The Role
We are seeking an organised, proactive, and personable individual to join us as Junior School Secretary at Wimbledon High School. This is an exciting opportunity for both recent graduates looking to start their administrative career and experienced administrators seeking a new challenge in a dynamic school environment.
The successful candidate will work as part of the front of house team as a first point of contact within the Junior School, greeting visitors and responding to telephone and email enquiries in a professional and welcoming manner.
A key aspect of the role is providing administrative and organisational support to the Junior Leadership Team. The postholder will work closely with senior colleagues to organise meetings, prepare paperwork, and take notes or minutes as required. They will also work in collaboration with relevant staff to coordinate extra-curricular clubs and wraparound care each term, ensuring smooth administration and clear communication.
The role also involves covering for members of the administrative team, supporting the organisation of school events such as parent evenings, and attending meetings as required.
The ideal candidate will have excellent organisational and time-management skills, strong communication and interpersonal abilities, and the capacity to work under pressure while managing multiple priorities.
A high level of discretion and confidentiality is essential alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media platforms. Experience with school MIS systems, would be advantageous however training will be provided.
About Wimbledon High School
Since 1880, Wimbledon High School GDST has been educating girls to go out into the world and make a difference. Our acclaimed pastoral programme GROW, enriching co-curricular opportunities, character-forging partnerships and our ‘playful scholarship' approach to academic life make for a compelling environment where every individual can flourish and be herself. Located in the heart of Wimbledon, we are less than 20 minutes from central London.
Benefits
As part of the Girls' Day School Trust, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as:
• Competitive salaries and pay progression
• Access to extensive professional development opportunities
• GDST Flexible Pension Plan
• Training grants for qualifications
• Free life assurance benefit
• A discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools
• Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season tickets
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Competitive terms and conditions of employment
The closing date for applications will be 9.00am on Monday 1 June 2026.
Interviews will take place on Monday 8 June 2026 We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. To be eligible for employment, candidates must provide proof of their right to work in the UK.
The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.