PA to the Deputy Heads

SHIPLAKE COLLEGE; Oxford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

An independent educational institution is seeking a Personal Assistant to provide a diverse range of administrative support. The role involves working closely with senior staff, managing multiple priorities, and maintaining confidentiality. Previous PA experience is crucial, while experience in a school is advantageous. This position offers a competitive salary, meals, pension contributions, and additional benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Free meals

Contributory pension

Access to gym and sporting facilities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a PA is a prerequisite.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills.
• Ability to multitask and undertake varied PA duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide a varied range of personal assistant duties.
• Work in partnership with senior staff for daily administrative needs.
• Maintain confidentiality and a calm, approachable manner.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

IT skills

Ability to multitask

Integrity

Confidentiality

Job description

Overview

The contracted hours for this role are 26 hours per week, consisting of 5 hours on four days and 6 hours on one day per week, as agreed in advance with the Deputy Heads. This is a term-time only plus INSET position, with a requirement to work for up to two weeks during the school holidays, for which you will be compensated separately.

Shiplake College is an independent boarding and day school for approximately 580 pupils aged 11 to 18. The College is co-educational and offers a supportive environment with a focus on pastoral care, small class sizes and strong facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide a varied range of personal assistant (PA) duties with the ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrate integrity, maintain confidentiality, and maintain a calm and approachable manner in all interactions.
• Work in partnership with senior staff to support daily administrative needs and effective running of the school office.

Qualifications and Skills

• Previous experience as a PA is a prerequisite, preferably at senior level.
• Previous experience in a school environment is not essential but is advantageous.
• Excellent communication, organisational and IT skills.
• Ability to multitask and undertake a varied range of PA duties.
• Demonstrates integrity, confidentiality and a calm, approachable manner.

About Shiplake College

Shiplake College offers a competitive salary, free meals and contributory pension, together with access to gym and sporting facilities and a supportive working environment. Accommodation may be available on site and additional responsibilities may be paid. The college values excellence in teaching and a holistic approach to education, with opportunities for involvement in co-curricular activities.

How to Apply

A candidate pack together with an application form are available from the following link: https://www.shiplake.org.uk/about-shiplake/job-vacancies

Additional Information

Shiplake College is a thriving and relatively young HMC school serving boarding and day pupils aged 11-18. In September 2024 the school welcomed a record 540 pupils. The college is located on a 63-acre site near Henley-on-Thames with access to major transport networks.