AddressJoin our team at Henley High School! - A vibrant school situated in the seaside suburb of Henley Beach. Established in 1958, Henley High is focused on high expectations, innovation, and improvement. Our school's values of "To Strive, To Seek and Not to Yield" underpinned by respect and responsibility drives our daily actions to promote a flourishing school community.
We are seeking an enthusiastic Executive Assistant to join our innovative and engaging team.
The Executive Assistant is accountable to the Principal through the Business Leader for the provision of a comprehensive confidential secretarial and administrative support service to the Principal and Executive Leadership Team that contributes to the effective operation and administration of the school.
The Executive Assistant provides a high level of para-professional skills and works under general direction and exercises initiative, confidentially, discretion and judgement in the day-to-day secretarial service to the Executive Team. The incumbent follows the school’s positive culture to the school community and including the school values.
Why choose us?
- Professional development and improvement are at the heart of our educational community.
- Collaborative team and supportive working environment.
- Forge meaningful partnerships with local community organisations and families.
What you will do:
- Discuss matters of a confidential and/or sensitive nature.
- Screen/vet telephone calls, ascertaining nature and urgency of calls and arranging appointments.
- Provide a secretarial service to the school governing council and sub-committees.
- Perform word processing work of a highly confidential and sensitive nature.
- Undertake assignments, research and assignments requiring written reports with recommendations.
Essential Criteria:
- Demonstrated skills in establishing outstanding customer service and effective working relationships with staff, students’ parents, and the wider community.
- Experience in the use of computer systems and database systems, including Learner Management Systems, O365, Eduportal and EDSAS
- Proven experience working as a secretarial assistant to leadership and be highly organised, maintaining office systems, procedures and filing.
What to do now:
If you are a passionate Executive Assistant ready to embark on a rewarding career with Henley High School, we want to hear from you. Please click the ‘Apply’ button to start your journey with us today!
