PA to the Head
We are looking for a hard-working and enthusiastic PA to the Head to join our school in Tunbridge Wells! This is a great opportunity for applicants who are looking for a rewarding career within education.
About the Position
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Establish and maintain good relationships with all students, parents/carers, colleagues, suppliers, contractors and other professionals.
- Manage the Headteacher’s diary and time including booking appointments, acting as the ‘gatekeeper’, receiving visitors, providing preparatory support for meetings and events when necessary.
- Open, sort and distribute Headteacher’s mail including electronic mail, advising on any urgent matters.
- Working as part of the Administration Team and provide Reception cover and its administration including some aspects of HR Administration.
- Management of pupil files, SCR, email correspondence and any administrative filing, including confidential personnel files;
- Maintaining a high degree of confidentiality and respond positively with tact, sensitivity and awareness to pupils and parents in relation to duties undertaken.
About you
We are looking for someone who has:
- Worked within a busy reception and office/school environment ideally as School Secretary or Heads PA.
- Excellent IT skills – including intermediate or advanced level in Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher and PowerPoint
- The ability to work unsupervised and to prioritise work during peaks of commitment
- Well presented with a professional manner
- Understanding of the importance of confidentiality
- Good organisational and administration skills
Why work at Beechwood School?
At Beechwood School, we are dedicated to creating an environment where both students and staff flourish. In addition to being part of an exceptional team, here is what you can expect:
- Competitive staff remuneration
- Small class sizes
- Ability to engage in a collaborative learning communities
- Coaching development
- Teaching and learning focus
- Pastoral development
- Bursary for dependent children
- Refer a friend scheme
- Wellness programme
- Access to life assurance
- Free lunch provided
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Exceptional grounds and facilities
- Mentorship programme
To find out more about this role, please read our Job Description.
If you are passionate about making a difference, we encourage you to apply today.
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please fill out our Application Form and return this to recruitment@alphaschools.co.uk along with your CV.
We look forward to welcoming you to Beechwood School.
Beechwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level, with costs covered by the company. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
