Secretary/PA to the Head Teacher - Oak Cottage Primary School

Oak Cottage Primary School wishes to appoint an experienced secretary/PA. With the support of the other staff, you will play a key role in the administrative organisation of the school and deliver PA support to senior leaders.

The role will include:

1. Welcoming visitors and parents into school
2. Dealing with enquiries
3. Maintaining the school management information systems
4. Inputting documents
5. Reception duties on a daily basis

You will need to have experience of using various computerised systems and databases. We will be looking for excellent communication, IT and organisational skills, a discrete, flexible and professional attitude, and the ability to prioritise and make sound decisions.

This is a wonderful opportunity to put your strong administrative skills to the test, working closely with a range of stakeholders in a very professional, supportive and friendly environment.

Experience of working in a school environment is desirable but not essential, and training for all systems can be provided if necessary. We can offer you amazing children, good professional development, and the opportunity to be part of a strong team. We are proud of our school, but don’t take our word for it; come and see for yourself. If you have the passion and determination to be a valued part of our team, we would love to hear from you.

Additional information:
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 0121 704 9123. The date for a school visit is 28th April at 3pm. Term time only plus 5 INSET days.
Hours for the post are: 8.30 – 4.30 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday; 8.30 – 4.00 Thursday.

Oak Cottage Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS will be required for this position and pre-employment checks will be carried out. All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search.

Please note we do not accept CVs. Please return your completed application to: Oak Cottage Primary School, Greswolde Road, Solihull, B91 1DY.
Telephone No: 0121 704 9123 or email: office@oak-cottage.solihull.sch.uk

Attached documents:
Standard Job Application Form DBS SCHOOLS v5.1 March 2023 Updated.doc
Job Description.pdf
Person Spec.pdf