School Secretary & Heads PA

We are looking for a hard-working and enthusiastic School Secretary & Heads PA to join our school in Tunbridge Wells! This is a great opportunity for applicants who are looking for a rewarding career within education.

About Beechwood School

Beechwood School is an independent day and boarding school for 3- to 18-year-olds with an excellent reputation for providing the highest quality education and pastoral care in Tunbridge Wells.

 We aim to encourage intellectual curiosity and productive learning habits in both our students and staff. Whether you are fully trained or seeking further qualifications, we have plenty of opportunities for you to broaden your skill set and reach your career goals.

 About the Position

 Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent

Working Pattern:  Monday to Friday, All Year Round

Salary: Up to 27k ( based on experience )

Start Date: Immediate Start Available

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Establish and maintain good relationships with all students, parents/carers, colleagues, suppliers, contractors and other professionals.
• Manage the Headteacher’s diary and time including booking appointments, acting as the ‘gatekeeper’, receiving visitors, providing preparatory support for meetings and events when necessary.
• Open, sort and distribute Headteacher’s mail including electronic mail, advising on any urgent matters.
• Working as part of the Administration Team and provide Reception cover and its administration including some aspects of HR Administration.
• Management of pupil files, SCR, email correspondence and any administrative filing, including confidential personnel files;
• Maintaining a high degree of confidentiality and responding positively with tact, sensitivity and awareness to pupils and parents in relation to duties undertaken.

About you

We are looking for someone who has:

• Worked within a busy reception and office/school environment ideally as School Secretary or Heads PA.
• Excellent IT skills – including intermediate or advanced level in Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher and PowerPoint
• The ability to work unsupervised and to prioritise work during peaks of commitment
• Well presented with a professional manner
• Understanding of the importance of confidentiality
• Good organisational and administration skills

Why work at Beechwood School?

 At Beechwood School, we are dedicated to creating an environment where both students and staff flourish. In addition to being part of an exceptional team, here is what you can expect:

• A competitive salary
• Access to a collaborative learning community.
• Coaching development.
• Excellent pastoral care and development.
• Bonus for our ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme.
• Wellness programme.
• Attractive life assurance package.
• Mentorship programme.
• Lunch provided.
• Parking on site.

 If you are passionate about making a difference within the world of education, we encourage you to apply today.

 We look forward to welcoming you to Beechwood School.

Beechwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level, with costs covered by the company. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.