Careers AdministratorEDV/2025/CGS/04900

Chesham Grammar School; Chesham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Chesham is seeking a well-organised administrator to support the Careers Leader. Candidates should demonstrate excellent administration skills and possess the ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, and external agencies. The role entails managing records and databases in a fast-paced environment. The school prioritises staff wellbeing and provides various benefits, including a generous pension scheme, social events, and a supportive induction programme.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Subsidised gym membership

Social events

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Ability to liaise with staff, parents, students, and external agencies.
• Demonstrated efficiency in administrative tasks.
• Capable of managing records and databases accurately.

Responsibilities

• Support the Careers Leader in organising programmes and events.
• Ensure up-to-date and accurate records and databases.
• Assist in communication with various stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent administration skills

Effective communication

Organisational skills

Job description

We have an opportunity for a well organised and efficient administrator to support our Careers Leader. The successful applicant will liaise with staff, parents, students (present and past) and external agencies to assist in organising and communicating programmes and events and will ensure records and databases are up to date and accurate. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent administration skills, the ability to communicate effectively and to operate in a fast-paced and varied role.

Benefits Of Working At Chesham Grammar School

Chesham Grammar School is one of the largest employers in the town of Chesham. We know that our staff are our most important resource and we try to do all we can to look after them. Our vision is for everyone at CGS to enjoy, achieve and belong. This applies to staff and students alike. Some of the benefits of working at CGS are:

• A strong commitment to ensuring staff workload is manageable and to staff wellbeing
• Engaging, highly motivated and able students
• High staff retention
• Staff social events
• London Fringe Allowance
• Long service awards
• Preferential admission for qualified children of school staff
• Access to the generous Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• A comprehensive induction programme for new staff
• Strong commitment to ongoing staff CPD, including support for NPQs
• Free on-site parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Subsidised gym membership at Chesham Leisure Centre (next door to the school)

APPLICATIONS

Please complete an application form via the “mynewterm” portal (follow link: https://mynewterm.com/school/Chesham-Grammar-School/137091)

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS:

Monday 12 January 2026, midday

INTERVIEW DATE:

week commencing 19 January 2026

We reserve the right to interview and appoint on application. Early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment

Red Kite Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Chesham Grammar School, our vision is for everyone to enjoy, achieve and belong. Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is one way in which we seek to fulfill this for everyone in our diverse and vibrant school community