Salary: £27,510 pa pro rata (£17,376.45 pa for 38 weeks)
Hours of Work: Mondays to Fridays, 8am – 2pm for 38 weeks/year with one Saturday morning & one weekday evening per term
Additional hours may be required to suit the needs of the business
Contract Type: Permanent
Dates : Closing Date for Applications: Sunday 24th August 2025
Interviews Held on: Thursday 28th August 2025
Website: http://abbeyschool.co.uk
Are you an experienced Executive Secretary or Senior Administrator seeking a rewarding, part-time role in a supportive and high-achieving educational setting?
Abbey School, a respected independent preparatory school in Torquay, is looking for a highly organised and proactive professional to support the Headmistress and contribute to the efficient day-to-day operations of the school. This is a key role at the heart of our community, requiring discretion, initiative, and strong communication skills.
You will bring experience from a busy administrative environment, where attention to detail, adaptability, and professionalism are essential. The successful candidate will be confident in managing a range of administrative tasks and liaising with pupils, families, staff, and visitors with warmth and efficiency.
As our school continues to grow and evolve, we are looking for someone who values excellence, builds positive relationships, and takes pride in their work.
Abbey School is a thriving co-educational prep school and nursery located in the heart of St. Marychurch. With a strong academic record and a welcoming atmosphere, we offer a high-quality education in a well-equipped and nurturing environment.
If you’re ready to make a meaningful contribution to our school community, we’d love to hear from you.
Abbey School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at the appropriate level, all offers of employment are subject to the satisfactory completion of all safer recruitment checks. The school is an equal opportunities employer.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £27,510.00 per year
Expected hours: 28.75 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In perso

Please refer the Job description for details