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Salary- Hours: 40 hours a week (8am-5pm)
- Location: Chertsey
- Salary: Circa £33,000
I am recruiting for a Personal Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the Business Director and Clerk to the Governors. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of the school’s administrative functions, including Finance, Operations, Estates, and governance matters. The successful candidate will be a key point of contact for the School community, including the Senior Leadership Team and Board of Governors.
Day to Day of the role:- Provide executive support to the Business Director, including proofreading documents, managing calendars, and coordinating schedules.
- Handle clerking responsibilities, such as preparing information for Governors, recording minutes, and ensuring compliance with governance legislation.
- Offer administrative support for various departments, including managing emails, arranging travel, and booking accommodations.
- Attend meetings, record minutes, and follow up with actionable items.
- Liaise with internal and external suppliers, greet visitors, and manage the induction of new Governors.
- Maintain and develop administrative systems within the Bursary, including filing legal and other relevant documentation.
- A good level of school qualifications.
- Proven experience providing executive and business support.
- Strong administrative and secretarial background with attention to detail.
- Familiarity with Management Information Systems is desirable.
- Experience working in a school setting is advantageous.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Proficient in IT, including word processing, spreadsheets, and management information systems.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and relate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents.
