PA to the Head of Secondary

PAY SCALE: 39-44 £52,674.00- £57,726.00 (NJC PO5 to PO6) Full Time Post

Required as soon as possible

Thank you for your enquiry about the post of PA to the Head of Secondary at Dunraven School. We are looking to appoint a well-qualified and enthusiastic person to join our team.

DUNRAVEN SCHOOL OVERVIEW

Dunraven School’s results are strong, remaining well above national averages and representing positive ‘value-added’. Recognition of its marked progress has been significant and its journey as a school is important to us.

• In February 2011 we were designated as both a National Support School and a Leading Edge School
• In August 2011 we converted to Academy status
• In 2012 we began our development as an All Through School with children starting in Reception in September 2013
• In summer 2013 our £20 million BSF programme was completed
• In October 2014 we were judged as outstanding in all areas, including both Early Years and the Sixth Form, by Ofsted.
• In 2016 we were designated as a National Teaching School and an Academy Sponsor. The Dunraven Educational Trust was established.
• In September 2018, our Multi Academy Trust was formally set up with the integration of Van Gogh Primary, followed by Goldfinch Primary school in January 2019 and The Elmgreen Secondary School and Rosendale Primary in September 2021.
• In June 2023 under the new Ofsted framework we were judged as a good school with outstanding features, including Personal Development and the Sixth Form.

If you are successful in your application, you will share in the leadership and management of a staff who are hardworking, committed, positive in outlook and dedicated to the achievement of our students. We offer:

• a high standard of professional practice, with bespoke in-house CPD provision, and affiliation to nationally recognised courses and providers (SSAT, Teaching Leaders, Future Leaders, NPQs);
• clear pathways for career development and progression with a proven track-record of success in developing leaders;
• a supportive and collegiate environment, with regular staff social and sporting activities (such as yoga, football and House events);
• excellent opportunities for leading work with external partners (National Support School, National Teaching School);
• a culture of high trust and accountability that values creativity and innovation, leading practice locally and nationally in a range of fields;
• a number of wellbeing initiatives including a 24 hour confidential employee assistance programme and a choice of two cycling schemes.

We are looking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic, polished and solutions-focused individual to take on a pivotal role within our secondary school to work all year round with our Head of Secondary. You will provide high quality confidential work of a secretarial and administrative nature. The post holder will work in a collegiate way with the PA to the Head of Primary, the wider school team and Trust. The post holder is required to communicate effectively with governors, staff, students, parents and outside agencies. This exciting and varied position would suit an individual who can demonstrate excellent organisational and interpersonal skills whilst working in a busy school environment.

We are looking for:

• A person who uses their own initiative
• Ideally some previous administrative/PA/front of house experience working in a fast-paced and professional office environment
• A person who is able to multi-task, prioritise well and who is highly organised
• A person with excellent administrative skills
• A person who can communicate effectively with people from a wide range of backgrounds
• A person with an advanced knowledge of MS Office and Google Docs
• A person who can maintain confidentiality
• A great team player who is flexible in their approach to the tasks assigned
• Adaptable and resourceful, with a keen eye for detail and a flair for improving processes

In your cover letter/supporting statement, please ensure you address the Job Description and Person Specification and how your experience and skills fit with this post.

Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, therefore early application is encouraged.

Dunraven School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

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