PA to Head of Primary

Job Location	Littleover
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	£21,000 - £25,000 per annum, pro-rata
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Permanent , full-time

Job Description

Only applications on the schools application forms will be accepted.Commencing Spring Term 2024Derby High School is seeking an outstanding PA to the Head of our Primary School to join our family. As the welcoming face of our Primary School, you will embody the warm and cheerful spirit that defines Derby High School. You will be the first point ofcontact, greeting visitors, parents, pupils, and staff. In this pivotal role, you will be part of a wonderful team that values collaboration, professionalism, and a shared commitment to excellence in education. Your role will extend beyond the front desk,supporting the Head of Primary with efficiency and initiative. Whether you are managing incoming calls, coordinating appointments, covering reception or responding to in-person queries, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the smooth operation of our PrimarySchool. We are looking for someone with a cheerful demeanour, the ability to work calmly under pressure, and the interpersonal skills to form and maintain appropriate relationships with children and young people. While experience in a similar role is desirable,it is your positive attitude and proactive approach that will make you an invaluable member of our team. Whilst the final job description will be agreed with the successful candidate, key aspects of the role include, ability to work on own initiative, generaladministrative tasks, administering first aid, managing attendance and updating iSAMS.Salary will be dependent on experience.Weekly hours: Monday to Friday 8.00 am to 4.30pmTerm Time Only plus 10 Days through School Holidays (to be agreed in advance with Head of Primary), Staff Training Days and Open Mornings.You will be:

team player
a dynamic, forward-thinking individual
committed to pupil success
highly organised
enthusiastic

In return we can offer you:

lunch during term time
free onsite parking
a positive and innovative learning culture supported by pupils, staff, parents and governors
a collaborative and supportive attitude amongst staff which promotes a sense of teamwork and unity
a Senior Leadership Team committed to promoting the best environment and outcomes for staff and pupils
an excellent CPD Programme

Derby High School is an independent day school and we currently educate 677 students between the ages of 3 to 18, in our purpose-built buildings in the leafy suburb of Littleover in Derby. Our Primary School (a member of IAPS) teaches both boys and girlsand our Senior School became fully co-educational in September 2022. Our academic record is particularly strong, with 78% of our 2023 A level entries being graded A*-B, and 66% of GCSE grades being awarded 7-9; this places Derby High significantly ahead ofall local schools in both A level and GCSEs.The school has rigorous child protection procedures in place and the person appointed will be asked to supply information confirming identity and qualifications and will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of OffendersAct 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) to assess their suitability to work with children.Applications must be received on the schools application form. Application forms are availble on the schools websiteKey Information - Derby High SchoolThe closing date for applications is 12 noon on Wednesday 31st January 2024 (interviews may take place before the deadline) Interviews: week commencing 5th February 2024

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