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The Vacancy
Required as soon as possible
Full-time, 52 weeks per year
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum
Part of the Tormead family, Rydes Hill Pre-Prep and Nursery School provides exceptional education and pastoral care for children aged 2-7 within idyllic surroundings in the suburbs of Guildford.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and well-presented School Secretary to be the first point of contact for parents and visitors, providing a warm and responsive front of house service. Key responsibilities will include creating a vital first impression to visitors, answering the main school telephone and dealing with all queries from parents, pupils and visitors, administering first aid and ensuring the safety and welfare of the children as a first priority.
No two days are the same, as a result, being flexible in responding to the changing needs of our school and nursery will be key. We are seeking a team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, who can also work independently, and is highly administratively efficient. Experience of working in an educational environment would be considered favourably but is not essential.
This is a full-time position, all year round. Hours of work will be 8am until 6pm during term time, and 8am until 4pm during the school holiday periods. We offer a friendly and inclusive working environment, and our benefits package includes a competitive salary, 5 weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays, professional development opportunities, and free lunch when school is in session.Â
For more information and to apply for the role, please click 'Apply Now' at the top of the page.
The closing date for applications is Monday 1 June 2026 at 9.00am. However, applications will be considered in the order in which they are received, and the School reserves the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date should the ideal candidate(s) be identified.
Tormead School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS check.
At Tormead, we take pride in employing talented individuals who love what they do and can bring that passion to our vibrant and progressive family of schools. We value the expertise, energy and commitment of our excellent team of academic and business staff, who work together in partnership to provide an outstanding educational experience for our students.
We pride ourselves on supporting our staff to ensure they THRIVE. We provide staff with ample opportunities for high quality training and development for every stage of their career. We encourage staff to get involved and to further their aspirations and progression. At Tormead, you will have access to excellent facilities and resources, and you will receive the guidance and support you need to excel in your role and to contribute your best.
We are proud to be a caring and inclusive community, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to creating and sustaining an environment that values individuality and celebrates the diversity of both staff and students. Whether you are at the start of your career or highly experienced, if you have passion and expertise in your chosen field, then we want to hear from you!
Set in the beautiful Surrey countryside, Tormead is a short stroll from the historic town centre of Guildford, just 40 minutes by train to London, with excellent transport links by road and rail.
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The Values
We are creative and fearless in our work.
We take ownership of our work and lead from the front.
We collaborate widely and build supportive environments.
Tormead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We believe that a robust, fair and transparent recruitment and selection policy plays a central role in achieving this aim. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
To read our Safeguarding and Recruitment policies, please go to our Policies page.
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"The culture is very positive, and people-focused - the staff here enjoy what they do!"
"I feel supported in my department with great colleagues, and I find my teaching has become fun again."
"I am proud to be part of a school that values inclusivity and innovation in learning support."
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Tormead School
Cranley Road, Guildford, Surrey GU1 2JD
Recruitment Team:
01483 510996
recruitment@tormeadschool.org.uk
General Enquiries:
01483 575101
office@tormeadschool.org.uk
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