Personal Assistant to the Head
CATS Global Schools, Chesterton, Cambridge
Personal Assistant to the Head
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CATS Global Schools, Chesterton, Cambridge
- Part time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 2 days ago, 4 Nov | Get your application in today.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 57f05d56c21a43a9980207917a5055d9
Location ref: Chesterton, Cambridge
Full Job Description
CATS Cambridge is looking for an organised, discreet and personable Leadership Support Administrator to support the Head of School. You will be a trusted right hand to the Head, managing their diary, correspondence and communications, and acting as a welcoming first point of contact for parents, governors, staff and visitors. This is a part-time position (0.7 FTE), working five days a week from 9.30am to 4.00pm with an unpaid one-hour lunch break, however we are open to some flexibility around this. Some flexibility may be needed around key school events with time off in lieu agreed in advance. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Diary and administration: Manage the Head's diary, coordinating meetings, appointments, school events and travel Prepare agendas, papers and briefing notes, and take minutes where required Anticipate the Head's needs, prioritise competing demands and keep the Head on track Communications: Draft, proofread and send correspondence on the Head's behalf, including letters, emails and newsletters Act as first point of contact for parents, pupils, staff, governors and external partners, handling queries with tact and professionalism Screen calls and emails, resolving matters independently where appropriate Governance and school life: Support the Governing Body, including arranging meetings, circulating papers and maintaining records Help organise key events such as open days, admissions activity and visits from inspectors or partners Liaise with the Senior Leadership Team, HR, and Admissions Team Confidentiality and compliance: Handle sensitive and confidential information, including pupil, staff and governor matters, with complete discretion Maintain accurate filing and records in line with GDPR and school policies Uphold the school's safeguarding policies at all times
CATS College offers an outstanding international pre-university educational experience to students aged 14+ from all over the world. Students live and work at the custom built Cambridge campus, studying for GCSEs, A levels and University Foundation Programmes, and preparing for admission to universities across the country and elsewhere. We pride ourselves on our approach to teaching and learning, with small class sizes and an informal atmosphere ensuring that students are treated as individuals and build great relationships with staff. We are committed to the safeguarding, health and well-being of our students., CATS Global Schools is a leading education group committed to inspiring the next generation of world shapers. With a history dating back to 1899, but a focus on the future, our group brings together 16 institutions comprising independent boarding schools, an Arts University College, English language schools and a variety of summer programmes in the UK, US, Canada, and China. Each year, we provide 18,000 students around the globe with the education they need to develop real-life skills for the future. We are dedicated to academic excellence and our students benefit from our well-developed links to over 40 top global universities. We create a positive learning environment where every student is empowered to make a contribution to shape their world. This is made possible because of the commitment of our pioneering, persevering people who do the very best for our students.
- Cycle to work Scheme
- Tech Scheme
- Car Scheme
- Free flu vaccine through Healthshield
- Free eye tests
- Financial wellbeing support via WageStream
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Group income protection
- GP24: GP Access for all
- Health Cash Plan
- Death in Service
- Long service awards
- Employee referral scheme
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay