At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Headteacher with diary management, communications, and key priorities.
- Company: Thriving school in Dartford with a supportive leadership team.
- Benefits: Dynamic work environment, training opportunities, and competitive salary based on experience.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a fast-paced educational setting.
- Why this job: Be a vital part of the school's leadership and make a real difference.
- Qualifications: Previous PA experience, strong organisational skills, and excellent communication abilities.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
A highly organised and proactive Personal Assistant to the Headteacher is required for a thriving and ambitious school in Dartford. This is a key role supporting the Headteacher in the effective and efficient running of the school leadership office. 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.
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 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 ability to work 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 within the school's leadership structure
- Salary dependent on experience
