PA to Leadership and Head of Administration and Customer Services

PA to Leadership and Head of Administration and Customer Services

The Grove School, Haringey

Job Reference

EDV/2025/G/52237

Location

Downhills Park Road, Tottenham, London, N17 6AR

Contract Details

• Contract Type: Permanent, Term Time Only
• Hours: 36 hours per week / Term time plus two weeks
• Start Date: Monday 5th January 2026
• Positions Available: 1

Salary

PO1 Scale 26-28:

• Pro Rata Range: £38,358.36 - £40,151.12 (actual)
• Full-Time Equivalent: £40,182 - £42,060

Key Dates

• Closing Date: 12:00pm, Monday 8th December 2025
• Interview Date: Monday 15th December 2025

About The Grove

The Grove School, part of the SEARCH Education Trust, is an outstanding special school for children and young people with autism. With strong community values and a dedicated staff team, the school aims to make a difference and change lives for the better.

The school embraces diversity and welcomes applicants from all sectors of the community.

All appointments are subject to DBS and pre employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Role Overview

The Grove is seeking a dynamic, organised, and proactive individual to lead and manage the school's administrative and communication services. This pivotal role supports the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and ensures smooth, efficient operations across the school.

You will oversee administration, customer service, and marketing functions, playing a key part in strengthening engagement with pupils, parents, staff, and the wider community.

What The Grove Offers

• A supportive, inclusive working environment
• Strong commitment to staff professional development
• Opportunities for flexible working to support work-life balance
• Career progression pathways, including training and qualifications
• A passionate team environment focused on transforming lives

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage administrative and communication functions
• Provide high level support to the SLT
• Oversee customer service and marketing operations
• Maintain strong school wide systems and processes
• Contribute to the school's ethos and community engagement

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in school administration and office management
• Strong leadership and organisational skills, with team management experience
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Proficiency with school MIS systems and relevant IT/web platforms
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Proactive, solutions focused, positive attitude

How to Apply

• Phone:
• Email:
• Website for Application Pack:

Early applications are welcomed and may be reviewed before the deadline.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Note

• Online searches will be conducted for shortlisted applicants.
• CVs or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• The Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy early.

Application Pack

PA to Leadership and Head of Administration and Customer Services