PA to Headteacher

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.

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

Interested? Apply today or call (phone number removed) and ask for Katie

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.