PA to Headteacher / HR Advisor

Essex Local Nature Partnership; Wickford, Basildon; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking a Headteacher's PA and HR Officer to join their team in Wickford. This role involves providing administrative support while working within a friendly and proactive environment that values the well-being of its staff and students. Successful candidates will help make a meaningful difference in the educational journey of children, supporting them with various personal and academic challenges. Flexible working arrangements are available, and the position is part-time with a permanent contract.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Support for mental health and well-being

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Experience in PA and HR administration roles.
• Desirable: School experience.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Provide vital PA and HR support to ensure smooth operation.
• Make a real impact on the lives of the children.
• Responsible for administration in a Pupil Referral Unit.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC1120-408S Position Type: Administration Pay Range: Scale 7 Point 19-24

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 15/06/2025 Midday Date of Interviews: 19/06/25

Children's Support Service (Wickford, SS11 7JZ) - Pupil Referral Unit
Full time, remote working and flexible considered | Salary:Scale 7 Point 19 £31,067 FTE - Point 24 £34,314 + Fringe Allowance £706 FTE

Working Hours 37 hours per week, Term time + 1 week INSET & 1 week days to be agreed.(Monday - Thursday 08:30am - 4:30pm, Friday 08:30 am - 4:00pm)

Are you an organised, proactive individual who thrives on making a difference? Do you have a passion for supporting children and staff in a dynamic, friendly environment? If so, we'd love you to join our team!

We are seeking a Headteacher's PA and HR Officer to play a key role in our Pupil Referral Unit, based in Wickford but serving South and West Essex.

As a valued member of our team, you'll provide vital PA and HR support, ensuring the smooth operation of our Service and making a real impact on the lives of the children we serve.

Flexible working arrangements - remote and flexible working considered
Holidays with family - understanding the importance of work-life balance
Friendly, supportive team environment
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day

What we're looking for:

Experience in PA and HR administration roles (school experience desirable)
Excellent organisational, communication, and IT skills
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
A proactive, positive, and confidential approach

Interested?

Apply now and join a team where your skills will have a direct and positive impact.

Children's Support Service (Wickford, SS11 7JZ) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks.

We are committed to creating a diverse workforce. We'll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Therefore if you are interesrted, please submit your application as early as possible. Please note that previous applicants need not apply.

Information about the School

The Children’s Support Service is a short stay provision (PRU) in Essex. We have two main centres covering KS2-4 (in Wickford and Basildon) as well as an Outreach Service which works to support students, staff and schools in the local area, with bases in Basildon and Harlow.

Most of our students are referred to us due to difficulties they have faced in school; many come with additional needs and require academic, emotional and social support.

We offer a wide range of subjects, including the core curriculum, as well as enhanced activities to provide an enriched learning experience. We collaborate with schools and professionals who need our support, and aim to reintegrate students back into mainstream education or prepare them for other lifelong learning opportunities.

Our staff create positive, safe, caring and supportive learning environments, helping to inspire every child to achieve their full potential.

CSS staff benefit from our subscription to the "Education Support Partnership", which provides mental health and well-being support services for all staff, including 24/7 access to advice, support and counselling for our whole team.

Please note that car insurance including "business use" is required.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Lindsey D'Arcy
Alderney Gardens,
Wickford,
Essex SS11 7JZ, Basildon
Essex, SS11 7JZ Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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