JOB TITLE: School PA - Temporary to Permanent
LOCATION: Taunton, Somerset
SALARY: Up to £25,176 (term time only)
HOURS: Monday and Friday, 37 hours per week
BENEFITS: We would love for you to join us, some of the great perks of temping through Office Angels include...
- Weekly pay
- Access to Boost - our exclusive platform with discounts on hundreds of retailers, a wellbeing hub with recipes, an exercise area, and a mindfulness section with blogs & videos
- Temporary candidate of the month award
- Temporary candidate lunches/treats
- Online timesheets
- Regular pay reviews
- A dedicated consultant as an additional layer of support
Calling all skilled and enthusiastic individuals! Our client, a well-established school based in Taunton are seeking a dedicated and highly motivated School PA to join their team on a temporary-to-permanent basis. If you are looking for a rewarding role within the education sector, then this opportunity is perfect for you!
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide professional secretarial, administrative, and organisational support to the Headteacher.
- Act as the first point of contact for the Headteacher, ensuring all visitors and callers receive a professional response.
- Maintain confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism in all interactions.
- Liaise with the Headteacher regarding daily events, diary management, and follow-up actions.
- Manage the school office email and be an internal and external ambassador for the school.
- Offer complex and confidential advice and guidance to staff, students, parents, and other stakeholders.
- Adapt to the changing needs of the school and maintain a proactive approach.
- Support the Deputy Head during the Headteacher's absence.
- Ensure compliance with school policies and procedures.
- Support the Trustee Board by managing and coordinating communication between the school and the board.
- Prepare trustee reports and documents for meetings.
- Maintain the school's high standards and contribute to a welcoming environment.
- Attend relevant training and actively pursue personal development.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED :
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to respond effectively to challenges.
- Strong organisational and time management skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Flexible approach to work.
- Proficiency in IT packages such as Microsoft Office and Teams.
- Previous experience in a busy administrative role, supporting senior management.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
An enhanced DBS will be required prior to commencing employment. If you have a recent DBS or are subscribed to the update service this would be desirable, however a full DBS check can be completed prior to the role commencing.
Join our client's team as a School PA and make a meaningful impact on the lives of students. Apply now online or send your CV directly to , alternatively you can contact the team on .
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