PA to Head Teacher

Head Teacher’s Personal Assistant – Ashton-under-Lyne – ASAP

We are specifically working with a ‘Good’ secondary school in Ashton-under-Lyne, looking for a Personal Assistant for the Head Teacher to join ASAP on an ongoing basis, likely to be for the rest of the term to cover sickness on a full-time basis.

The Head Teacher’s Personal Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting the Head Teacher in the effective management and administration of the school. This position requires a highly organized, proactive individual with excellent communication skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include maintaining and managing the Head Teacher’s schedule, scheduling meetings, appointments, and events, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, and handling incoming communications directed to the Head Teacher.

This school is ambitious with high standards. The students are hardworking and have high attendance, showcasing the welcoming environment of the school. They also have opportunities to get involved in extracurricular activities such as astronomy and retro games.

• Location: Ashton-under-Lyne
• Position: Head Teacher’s Personal Assistant
• Type of work: Full time
• Duration: Ongoing
• Contract type: Temporary
• Minimum rate of pay: £110 to £135 per day
• Hours: 8:30 am – 4 pm

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree educated with a good classification (2:2).
• Previous experience in a similar administrative role, preferably in an educational setting.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact professionally with diverse stakeholders.
• Previous experience working with young people (which we can reference).
• Up-to-date Safeguarding training issued in the last year (essential, however training can be provided).
• Up-to-date prevent awareness training issued in the last 3 years (essential, however training can be provided).
• Up-to-date behaviour management & FGM training in the last year (essential, however training can be provided).

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS ROLE THROUGH PROSPERO TEACHING, YOU MUST:

• Hold Right to Work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced DBS certificate on the update service or be willing to process a new application.
• Provide two professional children-related references.