Personal Assistant to the Headmaster

Maidwell Hall has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Personal Assistant to provide vital administrative support to the Headteacher.

As a PA you will act as both the ‘gateway’ and the ‘gatekeeper’ to the Headmaster, providing a first-rate, efficient and confidential administrative and secretarial service that supports him in the strategic and operational management of the School. This will involve the efficient management of the Headmaster's work diary, managing correspondence via email and telephone, welcoming visitors, proof reading and maintaining meeting records.

We are looking for a personable individual, with significant administrative or PA experience to senior management level. You will also possess experience of dealing with senior stakeholders and will be capable of working in a fast-paced environment. High levels of technical literacy are essential, along with excellent proof-reading and written communication skills.

This role is full-time, 35 hours per week over 34 weeks, with an additional 7 hours outside of term time, and one Saturday per term. There is a degree of flexibility built into the hours of this role, which will be discussed at interview.

Benefits

As part of the Uppingham group of schools, Maidwell Hall can offer you:

• 50% Contribution towards premiums for the School’s private health scheme
• Discount on School fees
• Discount at a local nursery in Uppingham 
• 25% Discount on holiday club fees for children of Uppingham or Maidwell Hall staff
• Westfield healthcare
• Westfield Rewards which gives discounts at various retailers, gyms, cinemas, and restaurants
• Contributory pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• In house Occupational Health Service
• Membership to dual-use Sports Centre (with a £25 annual joining fee)
• Free staff lunches during term-time
• Free annual Flu vaccinations
• Complimentary staff ticket for select School performances
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Recognised as a “Disability Confident” employer
• Recognised as a “Mindful” employer
• Recognised as “Investors in Diversity”

For further details and to apply please click the apply button.

The closing date for applications is Monday 26th August 2024.

Interview date: Monday 2nd September 2024.

The Uppingham group of schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.