Rare Head's PA Vacancy Renowned School in Reading

Are you an organised proactive and highly professional Headteachers PA looking for an exciting opportunity within a successful school in Reading

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and personable Headteachers PA to provide high-level administrative and organisational support to the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team within a well-established school in Reading.

About the Role

• Role: Headteachers PA

• Start Date: As soon as possible

• Type: Full-time Permanent

• Location: Reading Berkshire

• Salary: Competitive dependent on experience

We are seeking a highly organised and confident Headteachers PA to provide efficient and confidential support to the Headteacher. The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator able to manage competing priorities maintain confidentiality and build strong relationships with staff parents governors and external stakeholders.

You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the Headteachers office managing correspondence diaries meetings documentation and administrative processes.

About the School

This established school in Reading places a strong emphasis on high standards staff wellbeing collaboration and professional development. The school is committed to providing a supportive and positive environment for both staff and students.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher Senior Leadership Team and wider school community contributing to the efficient running of the school and supporting its strategic and operational priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and organisational support to the Headteacher.

• Manage the Headteachers diary appointments meetings and competing priorities.

• Prepare correspondence reports presentations agendas and meeting documentation.

• Act as a professional first point of contact for the Headteacher communicating with staff parents governors and external organisations.

• Maintain a high level of confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information.

• Coordinate meetings and events including preparing papers taking minutes and following up actions.

• Support communication between the Headteacher Senior Leadership Team and wider school community.

• Maintain accurate records and ensure administrative processes are completed efficiently.

• Assist with school events inspections governance activities and other senior leadership requirements.

• Contribute positively to the wider administration and smooth running of the school.

Whats on Offer

• A supportive and collaborative Senior Leadership Team.

• A varied and rewarding role within a successful school environment.

• Excellent opportunities for professional development.

• A positive and inclusive working environment.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience as a PA Personal Assistant Executive Assistant or Senior Administrator ideally within a school or education setting.

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• The ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise competing deadlines.

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

• High levels of discretion and confidentiality.

• Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office Outlook Word and Excel.

• A professional approachable and confident manner.

• The ability to communicate effectively with staff parents governors and external stakeholders.

• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a wider team.

• The legal right to work in the UK.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced and highly organised Headteachers PA ready to join a supportive and successful school in Reading we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV outlining your experience and suitability for the role as soon as possible.

We look forward to receiving your application.