PA to the Executive Director of Advancement - Foundation
Sevenoaks School
Sevenoaks
- Expired
- Salary:
- Market rate
- Job type:
- Part Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 13 December 2021
Job overview
Sevenoaks School is currently seeking to appoint a PA to the Executive Director of Advancement -Foundation.
This is a fixed term contract for 1 year, Monday to Thursday, 32 hours per week, all year round.
The hours are flexible and shall be agreed at interview.
The primary responsibility of this new post is to provide day-to-day secretarial support to the Executive Director of Advancement and effective and efficient administration of the Foundation Office.
Reporting and Delegations
• The position reports to the Executive Director of Advancement (EDA) and works closely on a day-to-day basis with Foundation team members.
Responsibilities include:
• Managing the EDA’s diary, including arranging and coordinate internal/external meetings
• Arranging all EDA’s travel and accommodation
• Managing all in-bound enquiries (phone and email)
• Assist in prioritising and coordinating EDA’s workflow
• Supporting the effective administration of all Foundation finance systems and processes
• Assisting with effective and timely gift administration, including preparation of draft thank you letters from the EDA
• Administering moves management data entry on the Foundation’s CRM database
• Assisting in the coordination of all aspects of EDA’s prospect and donor portfolio
• Assisting in the preparation of gift agreements and letters of intent
• Assisting in stewardship of donors assigned to the EDA
• Undertaking prospect and donor research as required
• Attending meetings (internal and external) as required and take notes or minutes as appropriate
• Supporting the Foundation Team in the organisation and administration of all events
• Assist in the preparation of Foundation Office reports for Trustees and Governors
• Assist in the administration of the Foundation Office, particularly stationery and supplies
Please see Job Description for full details
The closing date for applications is 13/12/2021 at 23:59. The School retains the right to interview suitable applicants and appoint before the deadline.
Sevenoaks School is a Covid-19 secure environment. Interviews will be held in person in line with social distancing requirements.
Sevenoaks School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants will undergo appropriate child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No. 1101358.
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About Sevenoaks School
Founded in 1432, Sevenoaks enjoys a global reputation as a centre of academic excellence and a flagship school for the International Baccalaureate. A co-educational day and boarding school, it offers a stimulating, intellectually demanding and balanced education for over 1200 students from ages 11 to 18.
Sevenoaks is one of the world’s leading IB schools, having taught the International Baccalaureate for over 40 years. For nearly 20 years, all Sixth Form students have taken the full IB Diploma with consistently outstanding academic results which are testament to the school’s experience and commitment to the programme.
Sevenoaks is the top large-cohort IB school in the UK and among the top five globally. In recent years it has been the second highest achieving large-cohort IB school in the world. Sevenoaks is also the top fully co-ed all-IB boarding school in the UK, according to Best Schools (Education Advisers Ltd). The Sunday Times named Sevenoaks School Co-educational Independent Secondary School of the Year in 2023.
The school is one of the largest employers in the local area, employing staff in a wide variety of roles, and aiming to be an employer of choice for top staff from around the world. We offer our staff a competitive range of benefits and are in the process of developing a range of progressive employment policies and opportunities for personal and professional development. All Sevenoaks staff are encouraged to enjoy facilities such as our sports centre and pool, attend performances at our performing arts centre, and get involved in service activities within the local community. We strive to promote the positive mental and physical health of all staff, and are committed to ensuring that equality, diversity and inclusion are at the very heart of our culture and community. We believe every member of the school community should feel welcomed, included and valued.
Teaching at Sevenoaks:
Teaching here is immensely rewarding: we work in high-performing teams towards a shared endeavour. Everyone appointed to teach at Sevenoaks School is expected to engage actively in all aspects of our broad and well-rounded education.
We want all our pupils to enjoy their subjects, to be inspired by their teachers and to become independent, lifelong learners. Teachers are enthusiastic and well-qualified graduates. We have an exceptionally lively, talented and committed staff body. We welcome applications from experienced teachers and newly-qualified teachers, but can also provide training including PGCE for those joining the profession at whatever stage. All new staff undertake a comprehensive induction programme. Sevenoaks is committed to supporting its staff with training and professional development tailored to staff needs and interests.
All teachers are involved in proactive pastoral care. All teachers participate in the co-curriculum and, as our outreach activities expand, contribute to our work with local pupils and schools. Teachers at Sevenoaks are innovative and forward-thinking many are involved in the Institutes of Teaching and Learning, Higher Education and Professional Insight, and Service and Partnerships, shaping further development and initiatives for students and staff alike.
What people say about us:
‘Tough for any university not to be an anti-climax after Sevenoaks.’ Good Schools Guide.
The International Baccalaureate
All new staff undertake a comprehensive induction programme. No previous experience of teaching the International Baccalaureate, which we have taught since 1978, is necessary; gaining experience of teaching the IB, an internationally recognised qualification which we believe offers outstanding preparation for university and beyond, is stimulating and undoubtedly a valuable career asset. Information about the IB can be found on the website www.ibo.org.
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