Overview
We are seeking to appoint a highly skilled and experienced professional PA to the two Deputy Heads of Shiplake College to cover a period of maternity leave (for up to one year). This is a great opportunity for the successful applicant to continue to build and develop the role.
Responsibilities
* Provide professional PA support to the two Deputy Heads of Shiplake College.
* Demonstrate excellent communication, organisational and IT skills; ability to multitask and undertake a varied range of PA duties.
* Maintain integrity, confidentiality and a calm and approachable manner.
Qualifications
* Previous experience as a PA is a prerequisite, preferably at senior level.
* Previous experience in schools is not essential.
Details
* Contracted hours: 26 hours per week (5 hours on four days and 6 hours on one day per week).
* Term-time only plus INSET, with up to two weeks during school holidays (compensated separately).
About Shiplake College
Shiplake College is an independent boarding and day school for around 580 pupils aged 11 to 18. It became fully co-educational in 2023 with girls in Year 7. Located in 63 acres near Henley-on-Thames, the College offers small class sizes, excellent facilities and dedicated teaching staff.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Excellent free lunches
* Contributory pension scheme
* Access to gym and sporting facilities
* Excellent working environment
How to apply
A candidate pack together with an application form are available from
www.shiplake.org.uk/vacancies
Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date if an early application from a suitable applicant is received.
Closing Date 10am on Wednesday 24 September 2025
Interviews will be held upon receipt of applications
www.shiplake.org.uk
Safeguarding
Shiplake College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Shiplake is an equal opportunities employer.
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