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Personal Assistant

Sir William Perkins's School

Surrey

  • Expired
Salary:
£29,750
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
asap
Apply by:
10 November 2024

Job overview

Personal Assistant to the Director of Finance & Operations and Administrator to the Clerk of Governors

Permanent, full time during term time (40 hours a week) plus ten days worked in the holidays

We are seeking a highly organised, proactive, and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Personal Assistant to the Director of Finance & Operations and Administrator to the Clerk of Governors. In this important role, you will provide comprehensive administrative support to the Director of Finance & Operations, handling calls, emails and correspondence as well as attending meetings and taking minutes. You will also lead the clerking administration function, providing support to the Clerk of Governors, ensuring the smooth and efficient administration of governance functions.

The role will include in person attendance at Governor meetings, of which you can expect one a term, usually held in the evening as well as various board meetings through the year. Timely production of minutes following the meetings is imperative so you will be highly organised and efficient. 

The role is people facing and you will be the first point of call for all visitors to the bursary department so a friendly and professional disposition is essential.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong communication and administrative skills who enjoys working in an educational environment.

About us

Sir William Perkins’s School is a high-performing independent girls’ school for approximately 600 students aged 11 – 18 years. The Head is both a member of HMC and GSA. It was founded in 1725 and is now on an attractive 12-acre site situated on the outskirts of Chertsey, a two-minute walk from the railway station and very near to the junction of the M3 and M25.

How to apply

Please complete the electronic application form and include a supporting statement

Closing date: Sunday 10 November at 11:59pm

Applications will be considered on arrival so early applications are encouraged. The School reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.

Safeguarding Statement

Sir William Perkins’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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About Sir William Perkins's School

Welcome to Sir William Perkins's School

At Sir William Perkins’s School, students are at our heart. We expect the best from them and in return they can expect the best from us – both in terms of teaching of the highest quality, and in receiving the tailored support and attention they need to achieve.

We know our students, their talents, hopes and aspirations; and in turn we seek staff who actively encourage our students to explore their interests and achieve their potential in an innovative and inspiring atmosphere.

Founded in 1725, we are a warm and friendly independent school for 600 students aged 11-18. Set in 13 acres of attractive green-belt grounds in Surrey, SWPS is a beautiful environment with first-rate facilities, in which both staff and students flourish.

Easily reached by road or public transport, we are a two-minute walk from Chertsey Train Station, with direct links to London Waterloo and surrounding towns.

Academic Ethos

We believe that academic success is founded on knowing every individual and providing an ambitious academic enrichment programme which engages all students, allowing individual strengths to flourish. With a curriculum which incorporates interdisciplinary thinking and ambitious content, students follow a personalised academic journey which allows their passions to thrive.

With life beyond Sir William Perkins’s on the horizon, we follow a curriculum that equips each student with the means to develop their intellectual abilities as well as their personal and social values.

Learning here is not just about passing exams, but about a shared love of intellectual adventure. All students follow an exciting and dynamic curriculum that encourages innovation, entrepreneurship and collaboration. Students are able to discover their strengths and interests via a broad, balanced range of academic, cultural and creative subjects.

Our outstanding teachers’ passion and enthusiasm inspires students to develop a genuine, lifelong love of learning and encourages students to think independently. Academic success is founded on staff knowing each and every individual student; success that comes in many different forms, be that in external examinations, national competitions, or securing a place at a high-tariff university. Students have the opportunity to personalise their learning journey and develop independence of mind, supported by adaptive teaching, ensuring all students achieve academically.


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