Headteacher's PA and Head of Admissions (including SCR Lead)

Oakhyrst Grange School; Tandridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A small independent preparatory school in Tandridge is seeking a Headteacher's PA and Head of Admissions. This is a replacement position beginning in February 2026. The ideal candidate will support the Headteacher through a high-quality PA service and lead the Admissions process. Additionally, they will act as the SCR Lead, ensuring compliance with recruitment requirements. The role offers a chance to contribute to a caring and safe environment focused on the welfare of children and young people.

Qualifications

• Experience in PA roles with a focus on confidentiality and efficiency.
• Proven ability to manage admissions processes from inquiry to enrollment.
• Strong communication skills for liaising with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support the Headteacher through efficient and confidential PA service.
• Manage the Admissions process from initial inquiry to enrollment.
• Act as Lead for the Single Central Register (SCR), ensuring compliance.

Job description

Oakhyrst Grange School, are looking to appoint a Headteacher's PA and Head of Admissions (including SCR Lead)

Oakhyrst Grange is a small, co-educational independent preparatory school in Caterham. Within the extensive grounds surrounding Oakhyrst Grange School there are a range of educational, recreational and sporting facilities. Our sporting facilities include Multi-Use Games Area used for netball, hockey, cricket and tennis, Cross Country Course, Athletics Area, Heated Indoor Swimming Pool, Purpose-built Sports Hall (also used for school plays, productions and daily assemblies). Our extensive grounds including a woodland area also offer opportunities for Forest schools and outdoor science and nature lessons.

Oakhyrst Grange School also offers all year round play with our all-weather playground with play equipment. The School facilities are amongst the very best of any independent preparatory school, both indoors and outdoors.

Please see the job description attached.

• This is a replacement position within the school effective from February 2026
• Age range ~ 3 to 11 years.
• Responsible to the Head Teacher and Board of Governors.

Specific Duties

• To support the Headteacher through a high-quality, efficient and confidential PA service.
• To lead and manage the Admissions process from initial enquiry through to enrolment.
• To act as the Lead for the Single Central Register (SCR), ensuring full compliance with safer recruitment requirements.
• To maintain positive communication and liaison between staff, parents, pupils, visitors and external agencies.
• To ensure all matters relating to finance, buildings, health & safety or ancillary staff are passed to the Bursar as appropriate.

Key Dates

Closing date for applications Tuesday 6th January 2026

Short‑listed candidates will be called for interview w / c 12th January 2026

Safeguarding Statement

Oakhyrst Grange School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. At this school we respect and value all children and are committed to providing a caring, friendly and safe environment for our pupils so that they can learn in a relaxed and secure atmosphere. We believe that every pupil should be able to participate in all school activities in an enjoyable and safe environment and be protected from harm. This is the responsibility of every adult employed by, or invited to deliver services at Oakhyrst Grange School. We recognise our responsibility to safeguard all who access school and promote the welfare of all of our pupils by protecting them from physical, sexual and emotional abuse, neglect and bullying.