Personal Assistant to Headmistress

The Independent Schools Council; Claygate; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

34 days annual leave

Job summary

Rowan Preparatory School in Claygate is seeking an experienced Personal Assistant to support the Headmistress and help run the day-to-day operations of the school. You will need exceptional organisational skills, sharp attention to detail and strong IT literacy to manage multiple priorities with discretion.

Previous PA experience is essential; experience in education is advantageous. This is a full-time role (52 weeks), with 37.5 hours per week and 34 days' annual leave included.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Personal Assistant is essential.
• Experience in the education sector is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert support to the Headmistress and contribute to day-to-day school operations.
• Manage competing priorities with discretion and efficiency.
• Build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

Skills

Personal Assistant

Organisation

Communication

Discretion

IT literacy

Stakeholder management

Job description

Are you an organised, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? We are seeking an outstanding Personal Assistant to provide expert support to the Headmistress and play a pivotal role in the day-to-day operation of the school.

This exciting and varied role requires exceptional organisational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. The successful candidate will be a confident communicator, highly IT literate, and able to manage competing priorities with discretion and efficiency. Previous experience as a Personal Assistant is essential, and experience within the education sector would be advantageous.

As part of United Learning, one of the UK's leading educational groups, the successful candidate will benefit from being part of a wider network of professionals. This provides valuable opportunities for collaboration, professional development, networking and the sharing of best practice, enabling colleagues to grow and succeed within a supportive and ambitious organisation.

This is a full-time position (52 weeks), working 37.5 hours per week. The role benefits from 34 days' annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays.

Rowan Preparatory School is a warm and welcoming community in the beautiful village of Claygate. Professional standards are high, and we encourage ongoing training and personal development. The school is easily accessible from the A3, M3 and M25. The nearest train station is Claygate which is a 5-10 minute walk, with local bus services also available.

Rowan Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure Barring Service.