Office Manager and PA

Thirsk Source: WhatJobs

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Are you proactive, professional and highly organised? Do you thrive on building strong working relationships? Thirsk School and Sixth Form College is seeking an Office Manager and PA to the Headteacher, who will be the reliable hub of our school community. In this vital role, you will manage day-to-day office operations, lead and develop the admin team, provide high-quality PA support to the Headteacher and ensure our records and communications are accurate and GDPR-compliant. Key responsibilities include:

Providing comprehensive and effective administrative support to the Headteacher and other school leaders
Ensuring the efficient day-to-day management of school office operations
Contributing to the development of administrative policies and procedures
Acting as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including staff, students, parents, governors and suppliers
Preparing reports and other documentation
Maintaining accurate student and staff records in line with GDPR and school retention policies Clerking meetings (including minute-taking for SLT and Governing Board meetings)
Has significant administrative experience
Is confident using school Management Information Systems and MS Office
Shows high levels of professionalism, discretion and a strong commitment to safeguarding and GDPR
Can prioritise, use initiative, solve problems and lead a team calmly under pressure
Hours: This is a full-time post, working 37 hours per week. The role is term-time only plus training days plus 3 weeks. Holidays will not be allowed during term time, unless under exceptional and approved circumstances.

Why join us?

Be part of a supportive and ambitious school community
Play a key role in the smooth running of the school
Opportunities for professional development and training

Our ambitious school is based in the easily accessible market town of Thirsk which lies very closeto the A1(M), A19 and mainline rail links, between two beautiful National Parks.

Key Dates: Closing date: 9 am on Thursday 22nd October Interviews will take place during the week beginning 2nd November To start ASAP

Key Documents: Further details of the school, the post and a downloadable application form are available from our website

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