PA to the Headteacher & HR Officer

About the role

Role: PA to the Headteacher & HR Officer

Salary/Grade: H8/H9 (depending on skills/experience)

Hours: 37hrs/week (52 wks/year)

Start date:  July 2024

Hitchin Girls’ School is a high performing school, graded Outstanding by Ofsted, where we provide an exceptional experience for all of our students. We have high level provision for teaching and learning and provide the greatest level of care and support for all students and our staff. Situated in the picturesque and historic market town of Hitchin, it is conveniently located in the beautiful countryside just 25 minutes from London by train and with easy access to motorways and airports. 

We are seeking a PA to the Headteacher & HR Officer to join our team. They will provide confidential and personal secretarial support to the Headteacher, as well as being central to the administrative running of the school, and will work closely with the Director of Resources and Finance to ensure effective and efficient HR administration. The successful candidate will be warm and personable with excellent all round administrative skills, including attention to detail and forward planning. They will be an excellent team player and have the ability to work well under pressure with complete confidentiality and discretion. This is a full time position with the opportunity to work flexibly during the school holiday periods.

We can offer you:

• a secure, supportive environment with a full induction programme for all new staff 

• outstanding professional development and future career opportunities

• a positive working environment within an extremely well-resourced school 

• the chance to work with exceptionally committed colleagues who have high expectations of students

• an active focus on staff well-being, supporting staff throughout the year with various treats/initiatives

• access to the school’s children of staff admission rule

• a cycle to work scheme 

This is an outstanding opportunity for someone who wants to join a high performing school.

How to Apply:

Please forward your application to Nicola Jordan, PA to the Headteacher, email nicola.jordan@hgs.herts.sch.uk The closing date for applications is Monday 13th May. Interviews to be held on Friday 17th May We reserve the right to make appointments before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.

Hitchin Girls' School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  Applicants for the above post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers, prohibition checks,  online checks, a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service, the right to work in the UK and a satisfactory health check. Any employment offer will be subject to the successful completion of these background screening checks. Hitchin Girls’ School is committed to ensuring inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates and encourage those from underrepresented groups, and/or with protected characteristics, to apply.