Cognita Schools
Head's PA & SCR Champion
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About the School - Breaside Orchard Road:
Located in Bromley, Kent, Breaside Preparatory School provides a rich learning environment for your son or daughter. Our curriculum will prepare your children for the senior schools of choice through a balanced and broadly based education, from their first days in Kindergarten through to the age of 11.
We believe in getting the basics right and teaching the core subjects with a mixture of traditional teaching styles with the more modern approaches to learning. Coupled together with a strong work ethic and an enriching learning environment, we are confident that we help each child to develop towards their full potential.
The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head's PA & SCR Champion to join our fantastic team.
About Cognita:
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 90 schools in 21 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, "Thrive in a rapidly evolving world".
About the Role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our friendly and dedicated administration team at Breaside Preparatory School.
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At Breaside, we're committed to providing exceptional all-round education in a nurturing environment. As a leading independent school, we foster a caring community where pupils and staff support one another and celebrate individual strengths. Our values of resilience, respect, inclusivity, independence, and curiosity guide everything we do.
The opportunity
Working as part of the school administration team you will be responsible for the smooth running of all aspects of the Executive Principal’s office. You will be responsible for diary management and event organisation alongside multiple administrative responsibilities. You will also provide support to the wider Senior Leadership Team.
To view our Role Profile, click here.
Who Are You?
We are looking for somebody with exceptional organisation skills with keen attention to detail, excellent communication skills and a warm, professional manner. Previous experience within a school would be an advantage.
If you would like to be part of an extraordinary team of people, working together to make our school the best we can be - we would love to hear from you.
Benefits at Cognita:
- Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Coffee and tea supplied throughout the day.
- Free hot lunches.
- Free parking on site (subject to availability)
- School fee discount
- Professional Development opportunities
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How to Apply:
Complete this application before the closing date: 23:59 BST, Sunday 26th July 2026.
All candidates are required to submit a completed application form online – CVs will not be accepted. Visits to the school are encouraged, please contact the school office to arrange a convenient time – info.orchard@breaside.co.uk.
Cognita Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available on the school website. Details on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is included within the Application Guidance.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.
Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.
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