Part Time Secretary

British School of Valencia (BSV) is a private British school for students aged 2 to 18 years old located in the city centre of Valencia.

BSV strives to offer a distinct educational model providing an excellent British education both at an academic and human level basing its curriculum on the core values of responsibility, curiosity, respect, and motivation. The school tries to adapt to the students’ needs to meet the shifting requirements of an ever-changing world by offering the British Curriculum; a varied, practical, and inclusive system which encourages the students to become the leaders of their learning.

BSV’s mission is to build success through a balance of academics, relationships, and character development. Their vision is focused on students valuing their education, to actively explore and investigate in order to achieve the goals they set for themselves. It seeks to empower them with the necessary skills and tools for them to acquire new knowledge that will help them improve their understanding of the world.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Part Time Secretary to join our fantastic team.

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.

As an Administration Secretary, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the school’s front office. You will be responsible for a wide range of administrative duties, including managing communication channels such as the telephone, email, and messaging platforms, as well as greeting visitors and ensuring the office is well-maintained. Working closely with the Headteacher and the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), you will assist in organising meetings, managing schedules, and preparing documents, reports, and presentations. Your role will also involve liaising with students, parents, staff, and suppliers to ensure that queries and concerns are addressed promptly. You will be responsible for managing supplies, coordinating travel arrangements, and handling confidential information with discretion. Additionally, you will assist with extracurricular activities, lunch and bus management, and organising student trips. Your contribution will be pivotal in ensuring the school runs smoothly, providing excellent service to students, staff, and parents.

This is a part-time, permanent position (20 hours a week) with a September 2025 start date.

We are looking for an experienced, proactive, and highly organised Administration Secretary with a strong background in office management or customer service roles. You should have exceptional communication skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently, even under pressure. A keen eye for detail, excellent organisational abilities, and proficiency in IT, including the Microsoft Office suite, are essential. Fluency in both Spanish and English is required. We are seeking someone who is approachable, reliable, and committed to maintaining a positive, professional environment. If you are dedicated to supporting the smooth running of the school while embodying our values of integrity, collaboration, and excellence, we would love to hear from you.

• Free lunch at Schools
• Discount on school fees
• My Benefits platform
• Support with relocation, including help finding accommodation and Spanish legalities.

Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: 28th April 2025.

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.