Crossroads School, founded in 1966, is a remedial, English-medium, co-educational preparatory school for some 200 learners, situated in Victory Park and is a member of the Independent Schools Association of South Africa.
PERSONAL ASSISTANT/SECRETARY
(Full-time)
Available from 1 January 2025
We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Personal Assistant to support the Principal and key leadership members and be part of the Crossroads administration team. The successful candidate will manage calendars, coordinate meetings, handle confidential administrative tasks, and act as a key point of contact for the Principal’s Office.
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A qualification in Business Administration, Administrative Management, or a related field.
- A minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role, preferably within an educational institution.
- Exceptional planning, organisational, and time-management skills with strong attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders, staff, and senior leadership.
- Strong problem-solving skills, and the capacity to multi-task, prioritise, and work both independently and proactively.
- Proficient in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and school management systems (Ed-Admin preferred).
- A resourceful, energetic approach to managing diverse tasks with enthusiasm and efficiency.
- Proven ability to maintain discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality at all times.
- Have a police clearance certificate, sexual offenders register clearance and child protection register check
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Managing the Principal’s and 4 HODs’ diaries and calendars
- Acting as a liaison between the Principal and parents, as well as other school stakeholders.
- Handling telephonic and email correspondence.
- Managing general office duties and administrative tasks efficiently.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete an assessment as part of the selection process to evaluate relevant skills for the P.A. position.
CROSSROADS SCHOOL IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Closing date for 11 October 2024
Applications should be submitted, together with a detailed CV, a recent photograph and the names of two contactable referees, to Crossroads School
charle@crossroadsschool.co.za
Visit: http://www.crossroadsschool.co.za
Please note that the submission of your application to Crossroads School will be used solely for the purposes of recruitment of the above-mentioned vacancy and all internal processes associated with this application. This data could be used for statutory reporting and the submission of your application confirms your consent to this. Crossroads School hereby confirms that we will ensure your data is protected as per the POPI Act.
The School reserves the right not to make an appointment and an application will not in itself entitle the applicant to an interview or appointment. Only suitably qualified and experienced applicants will be considered. There will be no obligation upon the School to notify unsuccessful candidates.