School Secretary

Schools; Chichester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

North Mundham Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, organised and professional School Secretary to join our welcoming team. This part-time role (35 hours per week, term time) is permanent and starts 7 December 2026.

The successful candidate will manage the daily operation of the school office and provide high-quality support across the school. Experience in a school office is desirable, with Bromcom knowledge noted as advantageous.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a school office is highly desirable.
• Experience of using Bromcom and other school management systems would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Managing the daily operation of the school office and ensuring efficient administrative systems.
• Providing high-quality support across the school and working closely with the Business Manager.
• Prioritising competing demands, working independently, and maintaining a calm, professional approach in a busy environment.

Skills

School office experience

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Tools

Bromcom

Job description

Salary: NJC Grade 4 (point5/6) (depending on experience)
Hours: Part Time, 35 hours per week, term time
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: 7th December 2026

Join Our Friendly and Dedicated School Team

North Mundham Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, organised and professional School Secretary to join our welcoming team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced administrator to play a key role in the smooth day-to-day operation of our busy school office, working closely alongside our Business Manager.

North Mundham is a friendly, single form entry primary school with a dedicated staff team and a strong commitment to providing the very best education and care for our children. The school office is at the heart of school life, and we are looking for someone who will be a positive ambassador for our school and provide an exceptional service to pupils, families, staff and visitors.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the daily operation of the school office, ensuring efficient administrative systems and providing high-quality support across the school.

This is a varied and rewarding role requiring someone who can confidently prioritise competing demands, work independently, and maintain a calm and professional approach in a busy environment.

We Are Looking for Someone Who Is:

• Welcoming, approachable and endlessly patient
• Highly organised and able to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Flexible and adaptable with excellent attention to detail
• An effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Able to work collaboratively as part of a team whilst using their own initiative
• Committed to providing excellent customer service to parents, pupils, staff and visitors

Previous experience working in a school office is highly desirable. Experience of using Bromcom and other school management systems would be advantageous.

We Can Offer:

• A supportive and friendly working environment
• Dedicated and enthusiastic colleagues
• Opportunities for professional development
• The chance to make a real difference to the lives of children and families within our community

Safeguarding

North Mundham Primary School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, satisfactory references, pre-employment checks, health check, along with other relevant employment checks.

Advert Closing Date: 6th November 2026 (by 12 noon)

Interview Date: Week commencing 9th November 2026

Application Attachments:

Application Form - Non Teaching

School Secretary Advert Oct 2026

School Secretary Job Description

School Secretary Job Specification

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