Job Description
Sedbergh School, founded in 1525 by Roger Lupton, Provost of Eton, is one of the leading co-educational boarding Schools in the north of England. Set in the spectacular Yorkshire Dales National Park and within easy reach of UNESCO World Heritage site the English Lake District, the School also benefits from fast motorway and rail access to the rest of the UK.
The Senior School is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to the Headmaster.
The Executive Assistant to the Headmaster is responsible for acting as the first line of contact for the Headmaster, his diary management, the maintenance of administrative systems and filing, and for general secretarial and administrative duties.
A major aspect of the role is to administer formal communication with key constituencies within the school including parents, staff, Old Sedberghians and pupils, and ensuring visitors are received in an appropriate manner meeting the highest professional standards in support of the Headmaster. The role requires an individual who is flexible, organised, calm, and able to communicate to a high standard, both orally and in written form. Working with sensitive information will be a key part of this role, so the ability to ensure confidentiality at all times is crucial. The working environment can be dynamic and fast-paced and the role requires both proficient and personal support for the Headmaster, balancing his professional commitments with his personal priorities.
Work Pattern:Term time Monday to Friday 8.30am 5.30pm, plus Saturday mornings during term time (on a rotational basis with the PA to the COO & Bursar (Operations) and School Secretary a half day in lieu of this may be taken during the week on a Wednesday or Thursday).
Working hours during the School holidays will be 25 hours per week; there is flexibility on working days, start time, etc.
Alongside a competitive salary, Sedbergh School can offer an attractive benefits package, which includes a Cycle to Work Scheme, free use of our swimming pool and state of the art gym (outside pupil usage).
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