PA to Headteacher

Philosophy Education; Croydon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking an experienced PA to support the Headteacher at a popular secondary school in Croydon. The role offers a full-time, term-time contract with flexibility in hours. Ideal candidates will have prior PA experience, display diplomacy and confidentiality, and be capable of managing administrative tasks efficiently. This position promises a rewarding opportunity in a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Personal Assistant in education or corporate.
• Must display a high level of professionalism.
• DBS Enhanced disclosure required or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential support to the Head Teacher.
• Manage and coordinate the Headteacher’s diary.
• Draft memorandums, letters, and reports for approval.
• Screen phone calls and handle inquiries.

Skills

Previous Personal Assistant experience

Diplomacy and confidentiality

Attention to detail

Flexibility with working hours

Job description

Overview

• PA to Headteacher
• Full-time
• After October Half Term Start
• Temp contract - covering Maternity
• Secondary school
• Croydon

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced PA to join a large Secondary school in Croydon to provide Personal Assistance to the Headteacher.

The Role

The Headteacher is looking for a PA with a professional and adaptable approach and the ability to be flexible according to the needs of the school. Your role will include a variety of administration and management tasks and you should have a highly professional approach at all times.

The Headteacher is seeking a PA with previous experience in a similar role whether in education or a corporate/commercial environment.

This is a full-time, term-time role although there will be a requirement to be flexible with hours as you will be required to work later some evenings for meetings etc

Responsibilities

• Providing a confidential Personal Assistant support service to the Head Teacher
• To manage and co-ordinate the Headteacher’s diary and organise meetings, as appropriate
• To note and coordinate the Headteacher’s follow-up actions at the end of key meetings and from correspondence.
• Maintain and devise office systems, including data management and filing.
• Screen phone calls, enquiries and requests, and handle them when appropriate.
• Meet and greet visitors at all levels of seniority.
• Carry out background research and presenting findings.
• Organise and attend meetings and ensure the head is well prepared for meetings.
• To draft memorandums, letters and reports for the Headteacher’s approval.
• To manage Headteacher’s correspondence, including email.
• To take minutes of meetings for example leadership meetings, premises meetings and governing body committee meetings, and publish those minutes in a timely fashion.
• General administration as required

Qualifications

• Previous Personal Assistant experience
• A high level of diplomacy and confidentiality
• Excellent attention to detail
• The ability to be flexible with working hours
• A DBS Enhanced disclosure or be prepared to obtain one

The School

This outstanding comprehensive all boys' secondary school and college is located in Croydon and is a popular choice for families in the local community. The school offers pupils a challenging and supportive learning environment and achieves excellent results. The school has a committed staff team in place and benefits from a modern well-equipped school site.

If you are an experienced PA looking for a fulfilling term-time only role, then this is an excellent opportunity. Please apply with an up to date CV outlining your skills and PA experience.

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.