Interim Head of School Administration

Salary: £20.4 – £24 per hour

This all through secondary school, part of a small Trust in south London, is seeking a highly capable and experienced individual to lead on the administration function within this busy school.

Reporting to the Head Teacher, you will co-ordinate the smooth running of all administrative functions across the school, working in conjunction with the Headteacher, Senior Leadership Team and members of the Central Trust Team. Day to day duties vary from producing reports for the executive team, provide administrative support for school trips and visits, lead on the day to day management of efficient communications, both internally and externally, and provide minute taking for meetings when required. You will provide day to day PA services to the Head Teacher, maintaining their personal diary and undertaking projects on their behalf.

You will lead a small administrative team, including reception, ensuring a smooth running operation is maintained and supporting staff on their personal development and appraisal process.

The successful candidate will have previous experience of working within a fast paced environment, supporting a cross section of managers and has successfully lead a team. You will have a natural ability to communicate well across all levels of staff, be efficient in delivering to tight deadlines and make positive decisions under pressure. You will work in a highly professional manner and be the face of the school to external stakeholders. An excellent working knowledge of MS Office (Word, publisher and Excel) is essential. 

In return, you will be a joining a vibrant, warm and welcoming school which advocates collaborative working to ensure quality teaching and learning is maintained.

This is a term time only basis, 35 hours per week, on site role, potential permanent prospects on offer.

The successful candidate will hold an Enhanced DBS Check or be subject to one and can start on an immediate basis.

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