PA to the Deputy Heads

Overview

The contracted hours for this role are 26 hours per week, consisting of 5 hours on four days and 6 hours on one day per week, as agreed in advance with the Deputy Heads. This is a term-time only plus INSET position, with a requirement to work for up to two weeks during the school holidays, for which you will be compensated separately.Shiplake College is an independent boarding and day school for approximately 580 pupils aged 11 to 18. The College is co-educational and offers a supportive environment with a focus on pastoral care, small class sizes and strong facilities.Responsibilities

Provide a varied range of personal assistant (PA) duties with the ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities.Demonstrate integrity, maintain confidentiality, and maintain a calm and approachable manner in all interactions.Work in partnership with senior staff to support daily administrative needs and effective running of the school office.Qualifications and Skills

Previous experience as a PA is a prerequisite, preferably at senior level.Previous experience in a school environment is not essential but is advantageous.Excellent communication, organisational and IT skills.Ability to multitask and undertake a varied range of PA duties.Demonstrates integrity, confidentiality and a calm, approachable manner.About Shiplake College

Shiplake College offers a competitive salary, free meals and contributory pension, together with access to gym and sporting facilities and a supportive working environment. Accommodation may be available on site and additional responsibilities may be paid. The college values excellence in teaching and a holistic approach to education, with opportunities for involvement in co-curricular activities.How to Apply

A candidate pack together with an application form are available from the following link:

https://www.shiplake.org.uk/about-shiplake/job-vacanciesAdditional Information

Shiplake College is a thriving and relatively young HMC school serving boarding and day pupils aged 11-18. In September 2024 the school welcomed a record 540 pupils. The college is located on a 63-acre site near Henley-on-Thames with access to major transport ..... full job details .....