School Secretary
| Posting date: | 12 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £25,583 - £26,824 FTE Pro Rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 January 2026 |
| Location: | Hope, Flintshire, LL12 9NL |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | eTeach UK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1524950 |
Summary
YSGOL ESTYN
Hope, Flintshire. LL12 9NL
HEADTEACHER: Mr Gareth David Jones B Ed (Hones) NPQH 34 hours per week term time only and may include teacher training days on an additional/optional basis. Additional hours are negotiable. Salary and Conditions of Service in accordance with National Joint Council for Local Government Employees. Salary – Full Time 34 hours per week Administration 4.3a Grade 2 Point 5-8 £25,583 - £26,824 FTE Pro Rata The Governors at Ysgol Estyn are seeking to appoint a committed, enthusiastic and dedicated person who will undertake the above role in support of the school community. This is a key role within the school team being front of office and often the first point of call. We are looking for someone who shares our values, takes pride in their work and brings warmth, positivity and care to the role. The principle responsibilities will include servicing all the administrative needs of the school and those delegated by the Headteacher, and Senior Management Team. The working hours will be Monday to Friday, 8.15am – 3.30pm. Additional hours may be available on request and/or during busy times of the year. The successful candidate will be educated to a good standard, demonstrating excellent literacy, numeracy and ICT skills. The key requisites of this position are professionalism, integrity and confidentiality. Additionally, the post holder must be able to work independently, as part of a team and display enthusiasm and flexibility. The post holder must be self-motivated and willing to work largely unsupervised and must be able to foster a highly organised administrative operation. They must be approachable and friendly as they will be the first contact visitors will have with the school. Essential skills: Experience of working in a busy School Office. Knowledge and experience of SIMS, SchoolComms, P2P and other Flintshire County Council school systems and processes A sound knowledge of digital skills, including word processors and spreadsheets. The ability to relate well to adults and children. A caring, trustworthy and honest nature. Excellent communication skills and to be organised and efficient. Flexibility and the ability to adapt in a busy working environment and changing priorities. The ability to work in a team under directions and independently. Must be kind, caring and have a sense of humour. Knowledge of simple accounting systems and procedures. Desirable skills: Basic level of the Welsh language or a desire to learn and promote Welsh.
Completed Application Forms must be returned via Eteach or emailed to school for the attention of the Headteacher and Chair of Governors. Further details in the advert attachedClosing Date: Friday 23rd January 2026 at 12.00pm noon Interviews will take place shortly after the above date (exact date to be confirmed). Opportunities to visit the school are encouraged prior to applying for the position. Please phone the school office to arrange a visit. Ysgol Estyn has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are not always able to contact each applicant individually. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date you should assume that your application has not been successful. We have the right to withdraw this advert early should the position no longer be available.
HEADTEACHER: Mr Gareth David Jones B Ed (Hones) NPQH 34 hours per week term time only and may include teacher training days on an additional/optional basis. Additional hours are negotiable. Salary and Conditions of Service in accordance with National Joint Council for Local Government Employees. Salary – Full Time 34 hours per week Administration 4.3a Grade 2 Point 5-8 £25,583 - £26,824 FTE Pro Rata The Governors at Ysgol Estyn are seeking to appoint a committed, enthusiastic and dedicated person who will undertake the above role in support of the school community. This is a key role within the school team being front of office and often the first point of call. We are looking for someone who shares our values, takes pride in their work and brings warmth, positivity and care to the role. The principle responsibilities will include servicing all the administrative needs of the school and those delegated by the Headteacher, and Senior Management Team. The working hours will be Monday to Friday, 8.15am – 3.30pm. Additional hours may be available on request and/or during busy times of the year. The successful candidate will be educated to a good standard, demonstrating excellent literacy, numeracy and ICT skills. The key requisites of this position are professionalism, integrity and confidentiality. Additionally, the post holder must be able to work independently, as part of a team and display enthusiasm and flexibility. The post holder must be self-motivated and willing to work largely unsupervised and must be able to foster a highly organised administrative operation. They must be approachable and friendly as they will be the first contact visitors will have with the school. Essential skills: Experience of working in a busy School Office. Knowledge and experience of SIMS, SchoolComms, P2P and other Flintshire County Council school systems and processes A sound knowledge of digital skills, including word processors and spreadsheets. The ability to relate well to adults and children. A caring, trustworthy and honest nature. Excellent communication skills and to be organised and efficient. Flexibility and the ability to adapt in a busy working environment and changing priorities. The ability to work in a team under directions and independently. Must be kind, caring and have a sense of humour. Knowledge of simple accounting systems and procedures. Desirable skills: Basic level of the Welsh language or a desire to learn and promote Welsh.
Completed Application Forms must be returned via Eteach or emailed to school for the attention of the Headteacher and Chair of Governors. Further details in the advert attachedClosing Date: Friday 23rd January 2026 at 12.00pm noon Interviews will take place shortly after the above date (exact date to be confirmed). Opportunities to visit the school are encouraged prior to applying for the position. Please phone the school office to arrange a visit. Ysgol Estyn has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are not always able to contact each applicant individually. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date you should assume that your application has not been successful. We have the right to withdraw this advert early should the position no longer be available.