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Executive Assistant (Communications & Marketing)

Executive Assistant (Communications & Marketing)

Westcountry Schools Trust (WeST)

Devon

  • £22,047 - £24,828 pro rata
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  • Expired
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
As soon as possible
Apply by:
25 January 2021

Job overview

Are you looking to join a dedicated and well-qualified central team supporting the work of some 2000 staff committed to delivering exceptional education? 

WeST is a complex schools trust that is maturing rapidly, and this post provides an exciting opportunity to join an organisation with students and staff at its heart, built on an extensive track record of excellence.  

The Trust consists of 22 schools (secondary colleges and primary) and a Teaching and Learning Institute.  Our schools are in relatively close geographical proximity to one another, across south Devon, Plymouth and south east Cornwall.  We are positioned in the heart of the south west peninsula, a stone’s throw from some of the most picturesque countryside and coastal locations in the UK.

If you are looking to develop your skills in the education sector in support of communication and stakeholder engagement, this is the ideal opportunity to take the next step in your career.

Working as part of WeST’s Core Services Team, this role will support the Trust’s communications channels and marketing activities as a well as providing a vital PR and professional administrative support role for the Executive Team.

The ideal candidate will have a strong administrative background with a flair for presenting information in a compelling way via a range of media. You will have, excellent written and verbal communication skills along with experience of designing publications, presentations and documents. You will be able to work on your own initiative, think on your feet and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Stakeholder management is key and there will be a high level of interaction.

The Trust offers memberships of the Local Government Pension Scheme; a salary-related, defined benefit scheme and one of the most generous in the UK. 

We would be keen to hear from dedicated and passionate professionals with a strong professional administrative background, including those who are looking to build on their marketing/communications experience. 

For an informal discussion regarding the role please contact Joss Davis, Director of Human Resources, on mob. 07799 730789.

Application forms are available from admin@westst.org.uk  and completed applications should be submitted to this address by 9am (GMT) on Monday 25 January 2021.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

An enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this post.

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About Westcountry Schools Trust (WeST)

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The Westcountry Schools Trust is a tight knit family of schools based around natural geographical proximity in the South West. Formed in 2017, the WeST family currently consists of 26 schools, of which 7 are secondary and 19 primary.

WeST is an outward looking, multifaceted trust that operates in partnership with the RSC Office, Teaching School Council, numerous schools, Higher Education Institutions and employers across the South West and beyond. Indeed, we are proud that within WeST there is a cohort 1 Teaching School that has been effectively supporting children beyond our own boundaries for nearly a decade.

WeST is a cross-phase family of local schools that share a commitment to improving the lives of young people in our community. Collaborative working with other schools in our trust offers many benefits for students and staff; sharing best practice in teaching and learning, curriculum collaboration, extra-curricular opportunities, staff development, finance and human resources, legal services, school improvement structures and governance arrangements. We also believe that by working together we can make our money go further and keep school funding focused on teaching and learning.

Whilst the educational landscape has changed significantly in recent years we have always kept abreast of developments and responded in a manner that ensures our children always receive a first-class education. This does not mean that we jump to the tune of the latest ‘fad’ or initiative, but filter through what we believe will improve and enrich the experience our students enjoy.

We have a pride in our schools, staff and children, and thrive on the constant challenge to do better. All our children are our collective responsibility.

Rob Haring

Chief Executive Officer

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