PA to the DFO and Governing Body

We are looking for an enthusiastic, positive individual with excellent organisational skills and a great attention to detail to act as PA to our Director of Finance and Operations and to support the School's Governing Body. 

You will be a strong communicator, able to manage your own workload, prioritise well and stay calm in a busy environment.

This is a part time role (0.8FTE) and a flexible approach to the role is essential as you will be organising, attending and taking minutes at some out-of-hours Governors’ meetings.

Key responsibilities include:

• Organise and maintain the diary of the Director of Finance and Operations.
• Organise meeting dates for the Governing Body; book rooms and catering as required; compile papers for meetings and take minutes of the meetings.
• Coordinate and compile the relevant information, in conjunction with the HR team, to ensure the Governing Body meets induction, training and compliance requirements.
• Undertake basic research, making contact with relevant professional bodies.
• Provide administrative support on projects as required.

In return we offer:

• Circa £24K - £28K (£30K - £35K FTE) dependent on experience
• 28 days' holiday (plus bank holidays) to be taken during school holidays
• Private medical cover
• Private pension with employer contribution of 10%
• Fee reduction (after a qualifying period and subject to entrance exam)
• Complimentary lunch during term time
• Employee Assistance Programme

The Royal Grammar School has a responsibility for and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The person appointed to this post will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure Certificate from the DBS.

Please note: applications will be considered on receipt and we reserve the right to close applications early.