Head’s PA

We are looking for an enthusiastic Head’s PA to provide comprehensive, confidential and efficient administrative support to the Head at Dunhurst.

Diplomatic and discreet in approach, you will work on behalf of the Head on all day-to-day matters over a wide range of tasks, managing a complex and demanding workload and working to strict deadlines.

You must be flexible and adaptable, able to handle a wide range of secretarial tasks and day-to-day challenges with skill and diplomacy. You must be naturally conscientious and thorough with a high level of commitment and sense of responsibility for delivery.

You will have experience as a Secretary or Personal Assistant to senior management with excellent secretarial and organisational skills. You will be a strong team player, have a good sense of humour, possess exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, and have the ability to demonstrate initiative and flexibility.

Being able to make decisions independently is essential, as is the ability to balance priorities, often under pressure.

Before applying for this post, please read the Recruitment Pack which includes full job description and person specification along with terms & conditions before completing your application. CVs will not be accepted. 

Benefits include on-site parking, free school lunches, life assurance, pension and personal accident cover.

Candidates must apply directly to Bedales Schools via the recruitment portal on the Bedales website: http://www.bedales.org.uk/home/about-bedales/bedales-schools-jobs 

Further assistance can be obtained via the Head’s PA on 01730 711690 or by email to pedge@bedales.org.uk 

Closing date: 9:00am, Wednesday 10 January 2018.

Interview date: Wednesday 17th January 2018.