Headteacher's PA

PA to Head of School

£41k - £45k

Permanent

Fully office based, London

As the PA to Head your role is fundamental in setting the tone of the Head's office and in the operations and management of the school. Providing the Head with comprehensive support so they can undertake their role with maximum effectiveness. As PA / EA you will act as the first line of contact for the Head; supporting with diary management, maintenance of administrative systems, general secretarial duties and providing reports to the Head and Governors. You will act on behalf of the Head in their absence, prioritising and directing school matters to the Deputy Head.

Experience required:

• Working in a similar type PA / EA role for a senior manager / senior management team undertaking a range of administrative support
• Knowledge of Health & Safety, Data Protection and School compliance obligations
• Highly efficient use of all core Office programs, including Outlook and Microsoft Teams.
• Experienced in developing and maintaining administrative systems and procedures.
• Excellent written communication skills in producing a wide range of documentation and
• correspondence to a very high standard.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective and constructive relationships with the School’s senior management team, internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to develop, review and maintain administrative systems and procedures.
• Pro-active approach to planning and prioritising work, with the ability to use initiative appropriately.
• Ability to accurately take / write minutes
• Ability to undertake detailed research with ability to translate information gathered into summaries, briefings, and reports for senior members of staff.