A highly organised and proactive Personal Assistant to the Headteacher is required for a thriving and ambitious secondary school based in Medway. This is a key role supporting the Headteacher and wider senior leadership team in the effective and efficient running of the school.
We are seeking a professional, discreet and highly capable individual who can operate confidently in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities with accuracy and sound judgement.
ROLE OVERVIEW
You will provide high-level executive support to the Headteacher, ensuring diary management, communications and key priorities are handled efficiently. You will act as a central point of contact for internal and external stakeholders and play an important role within the school’s leadership office.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage the Headteacher’s diary, meetings and appointments
- Draft correspondence, reports and professional communications
- Handle confidential information with absolute discretion
- Liaise with governors, staff, parents and external agencies
- Organise meetings, prepare agendas and take minutes where required
- Support senior leadership administration and wider school operations
- Manage incoming communications and prioritise effectively
- Ensure deadlines, events and key commitments are coordinated efficiently
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
- Previous PA, Executive Assistant or senior administrative experience (education sector desirable)
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High level of IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace
- Professionalism, resilience and the ability to work effectively under pressure
- Commitment to confidentiality and safeguarding standards
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check prior to appointment
WHAT WE OFFER
- Supportive and forward-thinking leadership team
- Professional and dynamic working environment
- Opportunities for training and development
- A pivotal role supporting the school’s senior leadership team
- Salary dependent on experience
- Opportunity to work within a well-established secondary school in Medway
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client’s pay policy
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