Responsible to: Bursar / EA to the Head and Bursar
Job Type: 12.45pm – 5.45pm, Monday to Friday Term time (including INSET days) plus 2 additional weeks per year. (Three days at the end of the summer term and start of the autumn term, plus one day before and after the end of each of the remaining terms).
Salary: £15,278 per annum (£14.55 per hour). Salary paid 40 weeks spread evenly over 12 months.
Closing Date: 9am, Friday 9th October 2026
Start Date: As soon as possible
Interview Date: W/c 12th October 2026
We are seeking a friendly, organised and professional Afternoon School Secretary / Receptionist to join our busy and welcoming school community.
As the first point of contact for visitors, parents and pupils, the successful candidate will play a key role in creating a positive impression of the School while supporting the smooth running of the School Office. This varied role combines reception, administrative and secretarial responsibilities and includes providing basic first aid to pupils when required.
Key responsibilities include welcoming visitors, answering telephone and email enquiries, supporting day-to-day administrative processes, maintaining accurate records, ordering supplies and assisting with a wide range of School Office duties. The successful candidate will be organised, adaptable and able to work calmly and efficiently in a busy school environment.
We are looking for an individual with excellent communication and customer service skills, strong attention to detail and a professional, approachable manner. Previous reception, administrative or school office experience would be advantageous.
St John’s is an independent boys’ preparatory school for 250 boys aged 3-11, set within 35 acres of beautiful grounds on Pinner Hill. We offer a welcoming and supportive working environment and the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the life of the School.
St John’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS and other relevant safeguarding checks.
To apply: please submit your completed Application Form, Equal Opportunities Form, together with a covering letter explaining your interest in the role and how your skills and experience meeting the requirement of the position, to HeadsEA@st-johns.org.uk by 9.00am on Friday 9th October 2026.