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Personal Assistant to the Headteacher

  • Employer: London Borough Of Waltham Forest
  • Reference: SCH/25/315705
  • Published: Fri 06/06/2025, 14:52 PM
  • Closing on: Fri 20/06/2025, 12:00 PM
  • Working Pattern: Term Time
  • Hours: 08:30 to 16:00/30
  • Salary: Scale 5 – 6 dependant on experience.£31,524to £35,982 To be pro rata’d - dependant on experience
  • DBS Check: Enhanced
  • Location: Whitehall Primary School, 90 Normanton Park, Chingford, London , Waltham Forest

PA to the Head

Term Time only

 

Salary:                                        Scale 5 –6 dependent on experience

Type of contract:                     Term time only

Closing date:                             20th June 2025

 

Please note that this vacancy will be on a rolling closing date so early applicants may be interviewed soon after applying and prior to the official closing date of the post.

 

Are you a highly organised, efficient, and professional administrator looking for your next challenge? Whitehall Primary School is seeking a proactive Personal Assistant to support our Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team.

 

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking and dynamic primary school, leading the way in educational practice. With over 450 pupils, we are committed to providing the very best for our children, staff, and community.

 

What you’ll do:

  • Provide confidential and high-level administrative support to the Headteacher including personnel matters
  • Work in partnership with SLT members to help them deliver their roles effectively
  • Manage diaries, correspondence, and school events efficiently and to a high standard
  • Uphold the highest levels of discretion and professionalism at all times

 

What we’re looking for:

  • Smart, quick-witted, and able to deliver under pressure
  • Excellent communication, IT, and organisational skills
  • A team player with a positive and adaptable attitude
  • Have good self-esteem and can work well in challenging situations

 

Why join us?

  • Be part of a forward-thinking, dynamic team leading in areas of education
  • Work in a supportive environment where your skills are valued
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth

 

We unashamedly serve our children and work hard for them. We are a school of committed individuals who know our own purpose and know the impact we have on others and the organisation as a whole. We are looking for people who work hard, take feedback and pursue excellence for themselves and others. This role is for people who can use their own initiative, be discrete and operate at a high level.

 

Energy, commitment and a willingness to take a full and active part in the broader life of this busy school are also essential requirements.

 

The ideal candidate will need to have enthusiasm, a strong moral compass and high expectations

 

Please contact HR@whitehall.waltham.sch.uk for an application pack.

Whitehall Primary School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children.  The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

 

Whitehall Primary School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance.

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  • Employer: London Borough Of Waltham Forest
  • Reference: SCH/25/315705
  • Published: Fri 06/06/2025, 14:52 PM
  • Closing on: Fri 20/06/2025, 12:00 PM
  • Working Pattern: Term Time
  • Hours: 08:30 to 16:00/30
  • Salary: Scale 5 – 6 dependant on experience.£31,524to £35,982 To be pro rata’d - dependant on experience
  • DBS Check: Enhanced
  • Location: Whitehall Primary School, 90 Normanton Park, Chingford, London , Waltham Forest

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