Senior Personal Assistant & Front Office Lead

Dorset Council; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority in Dorchester is seeking a Personal Assistant to the Headteacher. This role involves managing other administrative staff, handling the recruitment process, and ensuring efficient school administration. A key aspect is acting as Clerk to the Thomas Hardye Foundation, requiring organisation of Trustees' meetings and payment processing. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills and effective staff management experience. A Microsoft Office proficiency is essential. This is a full-time position with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

On-site nursery

Discounted local gym membership

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in staff management.
• Confident in written and verbal communication.
• Ability to coordinate and manage meetings.

Responsibilities

• Line-manage administrative staff and lead the front office team.
• Administer recruitment for new staff and manage the headteacher's diary.
• Organise payments and support Trustees of the Thomas Hardye Foundation.

Skills

Effective staff management

Professional communication

Team player attitude

ICT software knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A local educational authority in Dorchester is seeking a Personal Assistant to the Headteacher. This role involves managing other administrative staff, handling the recruitment process, and ensuring efficient school administration. A key aspect is acting as Clerk to the Thomas Hardye Foundation, requiring organisation of Trustees' meetings and payment processing. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills and effective staff management experience. A Microsoft Office proficiency is essential. This is a full-time position with opportunities for professional development.