PA to The Director of External Strategy & The Director of Admissions
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are looking for a Personal Assistant to the Director of External
Strategy and the Director of Admissions. In this role you will be part of
the Admissions team based in the heart of our beautiful school. You
will be responsible for managing diaries, project management and
general administration. We are looking for someone who is warm,
positive and enthusiastic, good at welcoming parents and families.
You will have experience of providing a PA service at Director level with accurate time management and prioritisation. You will have high levels of professionalism as well as a keen eye for detail.
For further information and to apply online, please visit: https://tinyurl.com/Kings-Vacancies
Closing date for receipt of applications: 28 April 2023.
The King’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. The School will also carry out an online search of all shortlisted candidates.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Gym membership
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: VAC00116
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
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STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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