How much does a School secretaries earn in the UK?

A School secretaries earns a median salary of £22,155 per year in the UK (2025 ONS ASHE data). The middle 50% earn between £14,834 and £27,528 per year.

What is the average salary for a School secretaries?

The median annual salary for a School secretaries in the UK is £22,155 according to the Office for National Statistics Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ONS ASHE 2025).

SOC 4213 Secretarial and related occupations

School secretaries Salary

Median salary £22,155 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.

About this role

School secretaries manage the administrative operations of schools, handling pupil admissions, attendance records, communications with parents, financial administration and day-to-day office management within the school environment.

Key responsibilities

Managing school reception and handling parent and visitor enquiries
Maintaining pupil records, admissions and attendance data
Processing school correspondence and communications
Supporting school financial administration and budget monitoring
Coordinating with teaching staff, governors and local authority

Qualifications and entry routes

Administrative experience is essential. SIMS (school information management system) proficiency is widely required. GCSEs or equivalent are typical entry requirements. DBS check is mandatory.

Career outlook

Every school needs administrative support. Academy trusts are centralising some functions but individual school secretaries remain essential for day-to-day operations.