What is the job role?

Holy Cross Catholic Multi Academy Company is located in Coventry and consists of two Secondary Schools, five Primary Schools and a small Central Office team. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and experienced Personal Assistant to the CEO following internal career progression of the current post holder. The successful candidate will join an established and supportive Company Central Team.

The successful applicant must be flexible, show initiative and discretion with an excellent understanding of handling sensitive and confidential information. Applicants must be computer literate and proficient with the use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher as well as experience of school Management Information Systems.

The successful applicant will:

• Provide a high level, professional PA and administrative support to the Chief Executive Officer to enable her to operate effectively in her role.

• Provide a high-level secretariat function to meetings as directed.

• Contribute towards the efficient functioning of the Company Central Office.

• Contribute to the efficient functioning of the Company board and its committees.

We require a highly organised, flexible, enthusiastic and supportive professional. The appointed person’s personal qualities will include the ability to build strong relationships at all levels and with all stakeholders, being personable but professional at all times with an excellent work ethic.

Applications are invited from candidates with strong attention to detail and the dedication and enthusiasm to be part of a thoroughly committed team.

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you and to have you join our excellent team.

We can offer you:

• Excellent job satisfaction

• Friendly and supportive colleagues

• The opportunity to work with amazing young people in highly successful schools

• Excellent opportunities for professional development In promoting equal opportunities we welcome applications from all sections of the community and from all faiths or no faith background.

The Holy Cross Catholic MAC Head Office is based on St Augustine’s school site, in Radford, Coventry. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person to support the Board and the Executive Team and our school communities and make a significant contribution to the future success of the Company.

We are located within easy access of all areas of Coventry and commutable from surrounding areas such as Birmingham, Solihull, Leamington Spa and Sutton Coldfield.

For further information or an informal discussion about the post please contact Marina Kelly by marina.kelly@hcmac.co.uk

To Apply

Application forms and details regarding the post are available from Holy Cross Catholic MAC recruitment website: https://mynewterm.com/trust/Holy-Cross-Catholic-Multi-Academy-Company/147345

Who are we looking for?

Closing date: 9am on Friday 6th September

Interview date: Wc 9th September

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Coventry City Council