PA to the Head Teacher

TipTopJob; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading independent school in Wokingham is seeking a proactive Administrator to support the Director of Finance and Operations and the Leadership Team. This part-time role (35 hours per week) involves administrative duties such as preparing meeting agendas, maintaining databases, and minuting meetings. The ideal candidate must have substantial experience, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to safeguarding children. Salary is £22,703 per annum.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience as an administrator at a senior level.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Work with Clerk to prepare agendas and minutes for the Governing Body.
• Maintain a database of Governing Body members.
• Provide administrative support to the Leadership Team.
• Support in the School Office and cover absence of School Secretary.

Skills

Written communication skills

Oral communication skills

Attention to detail

Diary management

Job description

Administrator to the DFO and Leadership Team Required in Wokingham

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Administrator to join the Leadership Team at a warm and welcoming independent day and boarding school located on the southern outskirts of Wokingham, Berkshire.

The School

Setting: The school is set in 20 acres of landscaped lawns and majestic woodland.

Ethos: The school operates with a Christian ethos, welcoming pupils from all faiths and backgrounds.

Pupils: The school is currently at full capacity with 380 pupils and provides a distinctly academic education tailored to individual needs. It is small enough for everyone to be seen, valued, and counted.

Provision: The school is co‑educational, catering to pupils aged 11 to 18 years. It has strong traditions in music, drama, art, debating, community outreach, and sport.

The Role

The Administrator will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Director of Finance and Operations (DFO) in their role as Clerk to the Governors, as well as the wider Leadership Team.

Key Responsibilities

• Governing Body Support: working with the Clerk to the Governors to prepare agendas, producing and distributing agenda papers and minutes, and maintaining the action tracker.
• Governor Membership and Training: maintaining a database of Governing Body members, assisting with induction and training programmes for new Governors, and coordinating appropriate courses and training.
• Administrative Support: providing administrative support to the Leadership Team, which includes managing safeguarding information and minuting safeguarding meetings.
• General Duties: providing support in the School Office one day a week and covering the School Secretary’s absence.

The Ideal Candidate

• Substantial experience as an administrator at a senior level.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Previous experience of organising meetings and diary management.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Details

Hours: Part‑time, permanent role; 35 hours per week (09:00–17:00, Monday to Friday) for 38 weeks per year.

Salary: £22,703 per annum (£26,831 FTE).

Start Date: November 2025.

If you are a motivated and skilled Administrator and can work in Wokingham, we encourage you to apply. Contact Paul Hirchfield for more information.