The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing full administrative and organizational support to the Lower School Principal, and general support to Lower School employees. Summary of duties: Schedule appointments and produce itineraries and reports for the LS Principal to optimize use of their time Oversee and monitor the LS budget and provide support to team leaders to manage departmental budgets Lead, support and monitor purchasing for LS teachers and departments Prepare and facilitate plans and preparations for student placement Coordinate the scheduling of parent-teacher conferences and student-led conferences Liaise with the technology department to open and close the report card writing window Serve as the lead coordinator of documentation for student leavers, reports, transcripts and recommendation forms and certificates Support the assistant principal in getting and orientating room parents and provide ongoing support Liaising with the catering and facilities departments for all lower school meetings and events Coordinate invitations with necessary HR messaging to candidates during the recruitment process, and assist with safer recruitment where required Support the principal in previewing upcoming events and important dates in the school calendar Assist the LS Principal in the evaluation process by scheduling PGC meetings and class visits, making sure the yearly calendar of evaluations is met Establish and document new routines and procedures within presc