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Job Advert: PA to the Headmaster and Office Manager (Maternity Cover)
Hours/Weeks: Full-time, term time only
Salary: £21,314 - £24,306 actual pay (£26,643 - £30,377 FTE)
Start Date: March 2025
Location: Hereford
Exciting Opportunity
Join a sector-leading educational organisation that values professional development, collaboration, and a supportive working culture. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual to contribute to one of the UK’s leading independent co-educational day and boarding schools.
Our Offer
- Work within a talented and supportive team
- Competitive salary
- Access to an effective Professional Learning programme
- A beautiful working environment in an idyllic setting
- A collaborative and positive work atmosphere
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Free lunch during term time
- NEST pension scheme (8.7% employer contribution, 6% employee contribution)
- Potential discretionary School Fees Remission
The Role
The PA to the Headmaster and Office Manager will be responsible for efficiently managing the Headmaster’s office and leading the Reception and Administration Team.
Key Accountabilities
- Maintain a confidential and well-organised Headmaster’s office
- Provide full administrative support to the Headmaster
- Lead and manage the Reception and Administration Team
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the Headmaster’s diary and correspondence effectively
- Draft correspondence, take minutes, and liaise with staff, parents, and governors
- Oversee and manage all Senior School pupil files and some operational staff files
- Work closely with Marketing, Admissions, HR, and the COO
- Line-manage the Senior School Reception and Administration Team
- Assist HR with safer recruitment and other administrative processes
- Coordinate meetings with the Cathedral and the Dean
- Organise and distribute invitations for school events on behalf of the Headmaster
- Maintain and update management information systems, including iSAMS and My School Portal
- Handle general office administration, including mail shots and telephone enquiries
- Coordinate meetings and track progress on key school initiatives
- Positively promote the school and its values in a dynamic and changing environment
Reporting Lines
The post holder reports to the Headmaster and will be assisted by, and have line management responsibility for:
- Senior School Secretary and PA to the Deputy Heads
- Senior School Receptionist
This role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
If you are an organised, proactive, and dedicated professional looking for a rewarding role in a prestigious school setting, we would love to hear from you. Apply now by sending your cv to (url removed)
