Advert
Personal Assistant (PA)
Full time, Monday to Friday (Part time working considered)
52 weeks per year
Denstone College is seeking a dedicated and highly organised Personal Assistant (PA) to support the CFO as part of our friendly and supportive Finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced PA or administrator looking to work in a prestigious and vibrant independent school environment. This is predominately a full time position, however part time working may be considered.
Beginning life as a school in 1873, Denstone College is a thriving, co-educational boarding and day school, situated close to Uttoxeter. It has its own preparatory school, providing continuous education on the same site for pupils aged from 4–18. The school is part of the Woodard Corporation, and the Head is in membership of HMC.
The Successful candidate will have:
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics, Grade C/4 or above.
• Proven experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or in a similar administrative role, preferably within an educational setting.
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and experience using office management software.
• Experience in diary management, meeting coordination, and handling confidential information.
• Experience in supporting senior management or leadership roles.
What we can offer you:
• To be part of our Denstone College team, combining its rich tradition and history with a forward thinking approach to educational excellence
• Working in beautiful surroundings
• Friendly and supportive environment
• A commitment to professional development and career progression
• Free parking
• Free meal
• Christmas closure days
• Enrolment into a pension scheme
• Access to on site facilities such as gym, swim and exercise classes
• Uniforms provided if required
• We are proud to be a Real Living Wage Employer
Denstone College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all our staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks.
For more information, please contact recruitment@denstonecollege.net
Please note, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date, therefore early applications are encouraged.