Personal Assistant to Headteacher

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive administrator to support the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team in a busy secondary school. This varied role requires excellent communication skills, discretion, and confidence in managing the demands of a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will bring a professional, flexible, and collaborative approach, using their skills and initiative to support daily school operations and build positive relationships with staff, students, parents, and external agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Headteacher and SLT diaries, meetings, and associated documentation
• Act as the first point of contact for all communications from parents and Screen and prioritise communications, responding or escalating where required
• Working with the Marketing Officer prepare whole-school communications, including letters and website updates
• Organise key school processes (e.g. photos, immunisations, events)
• Coordinate behaviour, reintegration, and exclusion-related administration
• Maintain records and systems, track actions, and prepare reports including Governing Board documentation
• Create and maintain systems to ensure tasks and matters arising from meetings are actioned by those responsible within agreed timescales
• Support PSHE/RSE tracking and pastoral initiatives including referrals to external services (e.g. medical, safeguarding, alternative provision)

What We’re Looking For

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent communication skills with a professional and confident approach
• High level of discretion when handling confidential information
• Proven administrative experience with strong attention to detail
• Proactive and adaptable, with good IT skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support
• Access to our onsite gym
• Access to the ‘Cycle to Work’ Scheme
• Eye test vouchers Scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Local Government Pension Scheme