Personal Assistant (PA) to the Headteacher

Vacancy Summary

Personal Assistant (PA) to the Headteacher

Required as soon as possible

37 hours per week, Term Time Only plus 10 days – (5 training days and 5 additional days to be agreed)

Band 8 (NJC Point 17 to 22)

Vacancy Information

We have a vacancy for an enthusiastic, dedicated and highly motivated Personal Assistant to the Headteacher, to join our thriving and forward thinking school.  The permanent, full-time post will involve providing confidential secretarial support to the Headteacher as well as being involved in the administrative running of the school.

The Headteacher’s Personal Assistant will be responsible for:

• Acting as the first line of contact for the Headteacher
• Diary management
• Taking a lead role in the recruitment and induction of new staff
• Providing an effective and efficient comprehensive administrative service, including the full range of administrative duties
• Creating and maintaining manual/electronic filing and information systems
• Inputting and collating data (attendance, assessment and pupil data)
• Undertaking typing, word-processing and IT based tasks (letters, memos, minutes etc.), some of which may be highly confidential and sensitive in nature
• Maintaining the Single Central Record (SCR)

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has outstanding interpersonal skills and a commitment to teamwork
• Has excellent IT skills, including experience of using Microsoft Office software
• Has an enthusiastic, confident and positive manner
• Is professional at all times
• Has high levels of organisational skills
• Is hardworking, committed and flexible

We can offer the successful candidate:

• A happy, friendly and welcoming school, where all staff are committed to providing the best education for the children
• A supportive, highly motivated team
• A positive and friendly working environment where teamwork is paramount
• A commitment to professional development

Visits to the school are encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the School Business Manager, Josie Mouatt, via email or telephone. Application packs can be obtained by emailing Josie Mouatt- josie.mouatt@swainhouse.bradford.sch.uk

Closing Date: 9am Friday 22nd March 2024           

Interviews to be held on: Tuesday 9th April 2024

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required.