PA to the Deputy Principal Welfare & Progression - Maternity Cover

Peter Symonds College; Winchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Peter Symonds College in Winchester is seeking a Personal Assistant to the Deputy Principal (Welfare & Progression) on a maternity cover basis. The role focuses on student welfare, safeguarding and progression, with diary management and report preparation for Governors and the Board.

The post requires A levels or equivalent and strong IT, communication, and organisational skills. Experience in education or a similar environment, with knowledge of data protection and safeguarding, is advantageous.

Qualifications

• A levels or equivalent.
• Excellent IT, communication and organisational skills.
• Experience in a busy administrative role.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Deputy Principal’s diary and coordinate meetings.
• Respond to enquiries and liaise with internal colleagues and external agencies.
• Support safeguarding administration and maintain confidential records.
• Take minutes at pastoral, safeguarding and disciplinary meetings.
• Assist with the preparation of reports and papers for Governors and the Board.
• Demonstrate initiative, discretion and the ability to prioritise a varied workload.
• Support safeguarding, student welfare and equality, diversity and inclusion.

Skills

Diary management

Minute-taking

Handling confidential information

Communication

Organisational skills

IT skills

Education

A levels or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

PA to the Deputy Principal Welfare & Progression - Maternity Cover

• PA to the Deputy Principal Welfare & Progression - Maternity Cover

We are seeking to appoint an organised, proactive and highly motivated Personal Assistant to support the Deputy Principal (Welfare & Progression). This is a term-time-only position offered on a maternity cover basis.

The details for this post are as follows:

Reference (please quote):

23/27

£35,395 - £37,734 - FTE and actual pay: 0.82FTE - £29,173 – £31,101 per annum

Hours:

37 hours per week - 8:30 - 17:00 - 38 weeks per year.

Contract:

Maternity Cover

Start Date:

January 2027

Interview Date:

25th November

Closing Date:

Tuesday 17 November 202612:00

Information About The Post

Peter Symonds is a vibrant sixth form college in Winchester which is proud to be rated by Ofsted as ‘outstanding’ in every respect. We have a large team of committed and talented staff who are at the heart of the success of the College.

Our Senior Management Team is supported by a small team of Personal Assistants (PAs), who have individual areas of responsibility while also contributing to the work of the wider team. As PA to the Deputy Principal (Welfare & Progression), you will provide a wide range of administrative and organisational support, with a particular focus on student welfare, safeguarding and progression. You will manage the Deputy Principal’s diary, coordinate meetings, respond to enquiries and liaise with internal colleagues and external agencies. You will also support safeguarding administration, maintain confidential records, take minutes at pastoral, safeguarding and disciplinary meetings, and assist with the preparation of reports and papers for Governors and the Board.

Applicants should have A levels or equivalent, excellent IT, communication and organisational skills, and experience in a busy administrative role. Experience of diary management, minute-taking and handling confidential information is essential. Experience in education or a similar environment, together with an understanding of safeguarding and data protection, would be advantageous.

You will need to demonstrate initiative, discretion and the ability to prioritise a varied workload, both independently and as part of a team. A commitment to safeguarding, student welfare and equality, diversity and inclusion is essential.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative team, working closely with senior colleagues and contributing to the welfare, safeguarding and progression of students.

We are dedicated to safeguarding the students in our care. To that end, a Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced disclosure will be required in the event of an individual being offered a position within our College. Our staff undertake regular safeguarding and Prevent training and are subject to ongoing safeguarding scrutiny.

Due to the number of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to all applicants personally. If you have not heard from us by the interviewdate you should assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. However, we would be very pleased to hear from you again in respect of future vacancies.Thank you for your interest in working at Peter Symonds College.