School Secretary - Danesfield School
Location: Marlow
Overview
Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting a busy school environment?
Do you thrive in a fast-paced role where no two days are the same but only want to work during term time?
If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
Salary: Bucks Pay Range 2 (point 11 – 15)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 8.00am - 4.00pm 5 days a week, term time only
Closing date: 13th March 2026
About us
Danesfield School is located in a wonderful woodland setting just outside Marlow, including a Forest School, dedicated science block and a digital suite, which together with the pigs and chickens, all help to enrich the learning for our children.
Our staff team are enthusiastic and motivated, providing a happy environment where each child and member of staff is given the opportunity to make the most of individual talents.
Website: Danesfield School
About the role
We are looking to appoint a dedicated School Secretary to play a key role in the smooth running of our school.
As the first point of contact for parents, staff, and visitors, you will provide outstanding administrative support, ensuring the school operates efficiently and effectively. You will handle a wide range of tasks, including school communications and coordinating a range of school events
About you
The ideal candidate will be proactive, adaptable, and able to multitask with ease. You will have excellent communication skills, the ability to maintain confidentiality, and a keen eye for detail.
Experience in a school setting is desirable, but not essential - most importantly, we’re looking for a team player who is enthusiastic, professional, and committed to making a difference.
Other information
We would love to show you around our amazing school and answer any queries; please contact Karen DiMascio by email [email protected] to arrange a visit.
Do take a look at our website which will give you a flavour of Danesfield, but what we can’t show you is our inclusive, happy and nurturing environment.
Completed application form should be sent via email to [email protected]
An information pack can be also downloaded from the school website: Vacancies - Danesfield School
Danesfield School is a Safeguarding School committed to promoting the welfare of children. Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:
• All unspent convictions and conditional cautions
• All spent convictions and adult cautions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020).
For further information on filtering please refer to Nacro guidance and the guidance issued by the Ministry of Justice (see, in particular, the section titled ‘Exceptions Order’).
It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete self-disclosure form and return prior to interview.
