School Office Secretary - Admin Lead for a Premier School

Reddam House Schools Sa; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Reddam House Durbanville, a prestigious private school in the Western Cape, is seeking a proactive School Secretary to support the Head of the Early Learning and Junior Preparatory Schools and ensure smooth daily operations. You will greet visitors, manage calls, handle admissions documentation and maintain confidential records.

The ideal candidate will have a Matric Secretarial Diploma, at least 3 years in a similar role, excellent planning, communication and typing skills, and a cooperative,

Qualifications

• Matric Secretarial Diploma
• Min 3 years’ experience in a similar position
• Strong planning/organising and reporting skills
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and good typing speed

Responsibilities

• School Office Administration: Ensure smooth, efficient and professional running of the school office daily. Welcome visitors, answer calls and respond to enquiries.
• Parent and Child Administration: Manage parent/visitor enquiries, appointments and admissions documentation.
• Staff Administration: Maintain staff records and assist with conferences, memberships and PD activities.
• Meetings and Communication: Schedule meetings, prepare venues and documentation, type official correspondence.
• Admissions, Orientation and Events: Organise Open Days and school tours, manage RSVPs and orientation program.
• School Systems, Records and Compliance: Maintain confidential records and follow safeguarding and health and safety policies.

Skills

Planning and organizing

Communication skills

Touch typing

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Administrative skills

Customer-centric

Education

Matric Secretarial Diploma

Job description

Reddam House Durbanville, a prestigious private school in the Western Cape, is seeking a proactive School Secretary to support the Head of the Early Learning and Junior Preparatory Schools and ensure smooth daily operations. You will greet visitors, manage calls, handle admissions documentation and maintain confidential records.

The ideal candidate will have a Matric Secretarial Diploma, at least 3 years in a similar role, excellent planning, communication and typing skills, and a cooperative,