Secondary School Headteachers PA/HR Lead. Job in Birmingham Education & Training Jobs

Hays; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution in Birmingham seeks a proactive and dynamic PA to the Headteacher for maternity cover. This role offers a unique opportunity to support the leadership team and enhance the school's operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational and communication skills, ensuring the Headteacher's day-to-day activities run smoothly. This position is perfect for individuals with a background in administrative roles within educational settings, looking to make a meaningful impact. Join a supportive environment that values professional development and offers training opportunities.

Benefits

Free Child Protection and Safeguarding Training

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a PA, ideally in an educational setting.
• Must hold a current enhanced DBS.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Headteacher and manage communications.
• Maintain the Headteacher's diary and arrange appointments.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Administrative Skills

Time Management

Education

Experience as a PA

Enhanced DBS Check

Job description

Secondary School Headteacher's PA/HR Lead, Based in Winson Green, Birmingham, £17-£18ph

Position: Secondary School Headteacher's PA/HR Lead

Location: Winson Green, Birmingham

Type: Maternity Cover, £17-£18ph

About the Role

A secondary school in North Birmingham is seeking a highly organised, proactive, and dynamic individual to join as the PA to the Headteacher, covering a maternity leave. This is an excellent opportunity to support the school's leadership. The role is to start ASAP, working Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, during term time only.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide efficient and confidential administrative support to the Headteacher, including drafting correspondence, papers, and school documents.
• Attend meetings, prepare agendas, papers, and minutes, and follow up on action points.
• Maintain the Headteacher's diary, arrange appointments, and prioritize meetings.
• Arrange travel for the Headteacher.
• Manage communications on behalf of the Headteacher, ensuring high-quality presentation of documents.
• Act as the first point of contact for staff, parents, and visitors seeking the Headteacher.
• Maintain health and safety records, undertake risk assessments, and support site management in health and safety audits.
• Manage recruitment processes in line with Trust policy, including checks and maintaining the Single Central Record.
• Monitor staff sickness levels and take appropriate actions.
• Participate in the induction of new staff and ensure completion of mandatory training.

Candidate Requirements

Previous experience as a PA, preferably within an educational setting or similar, with recent satisfactory references. A current enhanced DBS is required to commence work immediately.

What We Offer

Hays Education has a well-established Support Service desk in Birmingham, providing quality non-classroom staff to schools for over ten years. We also offer free Child Protection and Safeguarding Training to registered candidates as part of their CPD.

Next Steps

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