PA to Headteacher

PA to Headteacher

In the range of SESSET 7/8 – £31,216 - £38,594

Pro rata salary - £28,657- £35,430

36 hours a week over 42 weeks (term time plus 3 week), usually 8am until 4pm. We are happy to discuss flexibility in relation to hours for the right candidate.

We are seeking to appoint a PA to Headteacher to work alongside our friendly Admin team from May 2024. This role requires an individual to provide high level secretarial, IT, organisational and administrative support to the Headteacher. Experience of the role is desirable but not essential, on the job training can be provided.

Attributes and Experience:

• Excellent organisational and administration skills

• The ability to work as part of a team and to lead others.

• High levels of attention to detail and accuracy

• Experience of working in a school or with young people would be desirable but not essential.

• Professional manner

• Understanding of the importance of confidentiality

Carrington is a mixed 11-16 Community School where “Pupils are proud of their school. They know that staff work very hard to support them. Pupils see staff as role models. As one pupil put it, ‘They trust us and we trust them back.’ As a result, pupils are happy and they behave well. They value difference and treat each other with respect. Bullying is very rare”

Ofsted 2023. Our School Vision and Aims reflect our ethos, which is to strive for the highest possible academic standards in an environment of exciting learning opportunities, where individuals can develop their talents in safe and friendly surroundings. These aims are reflected in our ethos of “Aspire, Innovate, Respect.” Leadership development for staff and students is a key focus of the school and we have a highly positive reputation for staff development.

The next steps:

If you are interested in the post, please contact the school for further information. If you believe you can meet our requirements, please apply. You can download an application pack from the school website.

Closing date for applications is Thursday 18 April 2024 at 12pm, however, we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

Carrington School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS disclosure. It is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.