Personal Assistant (PA) to the Headteacher. Job in Croydon Education & Training Jobs

St Mary's Catholic High School Croydon; Croydon; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Personal Assistant to support the Headteacher in a thriving educational environment. This role involves providing comprehensive administrative assistance, managing schedules, and ensuring effective communication within the school. The ideal candidate will be highly organized and possess excellent interpersonal skills, ready to contribute to a supportive and collaborative atmosphere. With a commitment to fostering social mobility and supporting disadvantaged pupils, this school offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in students' lives. Join a passionate team dedicated to educational excellence and professional development.

Benefits

Generous local authority pension scheme

Support for career progression

Access to on-site car and bicycle parking

Induction and ongoing development for ECT

Links with St Mary's University for professional development

Excellent travel links

Positive relationships and collaborative approach

Appreciation of staff achievement

Qualifications

• Experience as a PA, preferably in education.
• Highly organized with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Headteacher.
• Manage the Headteacher's diary and appointments.
• Handle confidential correspondence and prepare reports.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Discretion and Judgement

Diary Management

Education

Experience as a Personal Assistant

Educational Setting Experience

Job description

Personal Assistant (PA) to the Headteacher

Salary: £37,068 to £38,058 (Grade 7)

Contract Type: Permanent, All Year Round, Full Time

Start Date: Subject To Notice Period

Reports to: School Business Manager

Location: St Mary's Catholic High School, Woburn Road, Croydon, CR9 2EE, London Borough of Croydon

We are seeking to appoint a Personal Assistant (PA) to the Headteacher at St Mary's Catholic High School. In this key support staff role, your core responsibilities will include providing comprehensive administrative support to the Headteacher, ensuring efficient operation of their office.

St. Mary's Catholic High School is a small and growing secondary school delivering high-quality Catholic education in the centre of Croydon. Our commitment is reflected in our outstanding Progress 8 score for 2024, which places us in the top 5 schools for Croydon.

We take pride in our school's dedication to supporting disadvantaged pupils and fostering social mobility. Our staff are passionately committed to ensuring that every student, regardless of their background, has the opportunity to succeed and thrive.

The ideal candidate will have some experience as a PA, preferably in an educational setting, and will be able to demonstrate that they are highly organised.

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged. Please contact Francisca at the details below to arrange.

Benefits of working at St Mary's Catholic High School:

1. Ranked 5th place out of all schools in Croydon for progress.
2. Excellent travel links with Central London and South London.
3. Great location close to excellent shopping and local amenities.
4. A collaborative approach and positive relationships.
5. Strong strategic leadership.
6. Support from managers and colleagues.
7. Equality of opportunities for staff.
8. Appreciation of staff achievement and contribution.
9. Induction of new staff and ongoing development for ECT.
10. Support for career progression.
11. Links with St Mary's University for professional development.
12. Access to on-site car and bicycle parking facilities for all members of staff.
13. Generous local authority pension scheme for support staff.

Your New Role:

1. Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the Headteacher.
2. Act as the first point of contact for internal and external enquiries, using discretion and judgement to prioritise appropriately.
3. Manage the Headteacher's diary, appointments, and schedule, including arranging meetings, school visits, and travel.
4. Handle confidential correspondence, prepare reports, letters, and presentations with high levels of accuracy.
5. Coordinate and minute key meetings including SLT, governor meetings, and staff briefings.
6. Monitor and manage email communication, drafting responses and flagging urgent matters.
7. Liaise with parents, staff, governors, external agencies, and local authority representatives.
8. Support the preparation and organisation of whole-school events and key calendar activities.
9. Maintain records, policies, and documentation in line with GDPR and safeguarding expectations.
10. Provide a welcoming and professional presence within the school, upholding the ethos and values of the school at all times.

How To Apply:

To apply, please request an application form from Francisca or call her for more information. Your application is a direct permanent application to our school (not through agency). Closing Date: Immediate, no later than 12 pm noon on Wednesday 23rd April 2025.

Interview Date: TBA, week commencing Monday 28th April 2025.

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for interview. St Mary's Catholic High School reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated deadline.

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.