PA to the Principal

Caroline Chisholm School is a dynamic, successful and highly over-subscribed all-through academy which covers an age range of 4 to 19. The school caters for over 1960 students, with 420 in the primary phase. Results over recent years have been significantly above national average in all key stages, with 79% of students obtaining A*-C in both English and mathematics at KS4 in 2016. The school was the regional winner of the KS4 Pupil Premium Award in 2016 and was placed in the top 100 non-selective schools for GCSE performance in 2015.

We are looking for an experienced personal assistant to support the Principal. This role will provide high level administrative support, strategic management of his time, email and diary, as well as the ability to plan, implement and manage a wide range of other projects. The successful post holder will be a key member of the school leadership team and will also act as clerk to the governing body and will support the work of the Chair of Governors.

The post-holder will be expected to work full time, 37 hours a weeks, 52 weeks per year. The salary range for the post is NCC grade I, which is £24,717 - £28,203.

The successful applicant would be expected to be highly organised, IT literate and familiar with a wide range of electronic systems. Although school experience would be desirable, it is not essential. It is, however, important that the successful candidate is flexible and can work as part of a committed and highly effective team.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. All applications should read the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy (which is available on our website) and are required to declare any information, as requested, on the online application form.