We are looking to appoint a Personal Assistant to the Principal for 22 Hours per Week, on a Term Time plus 2 week basis to join our team at George Pindar School.
George Pindar School is an 11-16 secondary school situated in Scarborough. We are a proud and inclusive community where colleagues are #proudtobepindar and where we are looking confidently to the future. The school is oversubscribed in Years 7 and 8, reflecting the strength of our provision and the trust placed in us by our community.
We have the highest aspirations for our students: to strive for success, achieve their very best, and grow both as individuals and as valued members of society. The development of the whole child is central to our vision, and we are committed to ensuring that every student at George Pindar thrives, irrespective of their background. Working together as #TeamPindar, we promote our PINDAR values and benefit from strong collaboration with colleagues across the Heartwood Learning Trust to continually enhance all aspects of our school.
THE ROLE
We are seeking a highly organised, professional, and discreet individual to join us as PA to the Principal. This is a key role within the school, providing high-quality, confidential support to the Principal and administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team.
The successful candidate will be able to manage a varied workload with minimal supervision, demonstrate excellent attention to detail, and act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide comprehensive administrative and organisational support to the Principal
* Manage the Principal’s diary, correspondence, and meeting schedules
* Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation to a high standard
* Act as a professional first point of contact for visitors, staff, parents, and external agencies
* Support the Senior Leadership Team as required
* Maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
* Coordinate meetings, events, and school communications
* Ensure effective office systems and processes are maintained
Why Join Us?
* A supportive and collaborative working environment
* Opportunities to work closely with senior leaders
* Access to professional development through the Trust
* The chance to be part of a school on a strong upward journey
Job Details
Hours of Work: 22 Hours per Week, Term Time plus 2 week. Work pattern to be agreed with consecutive days preferred.
Position Type: Permanent Post
Line Manager: Principal
Travel Required: No
The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the attached job description for more information.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.
Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the Trust. On joining you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice and to safeguard our children and young people.
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