PA to Headteacher (maternity cover up to a year)
Townley Grammar School
Bexley
- £27,204.26 per year
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Maternity Cover
- Apply by:
- 3 June 2022
Job overview
PA to Headteacher (maternity cover up to a year)
36 hours per week, 42 weeks per year
Bexley Grade 9.1
Salary FTE: £29,499
Actual Salary £27,204.26
Townley Grammar School is one of the top 100 schools in the country. We are a multicultural girls' selective school with specialism in Performing and Visual Arts with Mathematics and Computing with boys in the Sixth Form. Rated as Outstanding by Ofsted, our students come from a wide socioeconomic background, which makes our school environment richly diverse.
An exciting opportunity for a PA to the Head (maternity cover) has arisen to provide administrative support for the Headteacher, the trust and be responsible for the staff at the main office.
In addition to possessing excellent organisational, IT, interpersonal and communication skills, the successful candidate must be confident, meticulous, numerate, methodical with the ability to plan and prioritise work in a fast paced environment.
Strong experience across the full range of Microsoft Office software especially advanced Word and Excel skills is essential.
You must be able to remain calm under pressure, show initiative, great attention to detail and maintain confidentiality with comprehensive understanding of GDPR. Candidates must be team players, willing to go the extra mile and must demonstrate a pleasant and professional approach in dealing with students, staff, parents and visitors.
The post would suit somebody with an administration background, either corporate or education (preferably secondary) who is seeking greater responsibility in what is a business-like environment.
Closing date for Applications: Noon 3rd June 2022
Date of interview: TBC
To apply for this vacancy, please go to our website and download an application form: https://www.townleygrammar.org.uk/about-us/working-for-us
Please send your completed application form to: recruitment@odysseytrust.org.uk
Please note that early applications are encouraged as the school reserves the right to close the advert should we feel able to appoint an appropriate candidate. The school is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
The school operates a no smoking policy.
Attached documents
About Townley Grammar School
Who we are
Townley Grammar School is one of the selective schools in the Bexley London Borough. The school, which was founded in 1937, has over the years established a tradition of academic excellence and is a lively, caring community of which we are justly proud. At Townley education is a creative process. We have a learning community which encourages academic, emotional and physical confidence. Our students are inspirational learners who have the courage to take risks and the wisdom to learn from their mistakes.
Our reputation is built on the dignity, responsibility and self esteem of all members of our community. Townley students develop the qualities of Confidence, Resilience, Courage, Compassion, Integrity, Spirit, Social conscience and the ability to inspire.
We work to fulfil individual potential through providing outstanding teaching, rich opportunities for learning, and encouragement and support for each student.
The School is situated very close to Bexleyheath Town Centre and is well served by Public Transport, being on several bus routes. There is also convenient access from Bexley and Bexleyheath Stations.
Working for us
Excellent CPD & Outstanding Teacher Programme Childcare Voucher Scheme
Use of School Gym facilities Family Friendly Policies Reduced Rate for Facilities Hire
Pension Scheme
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