PA to the head of School in Aylesbury)

PA to the head of School in Aylesbury)

Full-Time 32842 - 35384 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Academics

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Provide high-level PA support to the Headteacher and assist with school events.
  • Company: Outstanding co-educational grammar school focused on pioneering education.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, term-time work, and a supportive environment.
  • Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a fast-paced educational setting.
  • Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real difference in education.
  • Qualifications: Experience as a PA or in a senior admin role; strong communication skills.

The predicted salary is between 32842 - 35384 £ per year.

Locations: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire

Contract: Permanent, full time, 37 hours per week, 44 weeks per year (term time including 5 inset days and 5 weeks)

Start Date: September 2026

Salary: Bucks Pay Range 5 - Actual annual salary £32,842 to £35,384 (equivalent to £34,319 to £36,975 for full time)

We are working with an outstanding co-educational grammar school with outstanding provision for our young people. Their vision is to pioneer a grammar school education which equips the visionaries of tomorrow.

Are you a highly organised and discreet professional with a passion for supporting leadership in education? We're recruiting for a permanent Head Teacher's PA to work directly with the Headteacher from September 2026.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Providing high-level PA support to the Headteacher, including diary and communication management
  • Supporting SLT coordination, meetings and operational priorities
  • Assisting with school events, calendar planning and key whole-school activities
  • Supporting recruitment and administrative processes
  • Attending meetings and recording actions where required
  • Acting as a professional point of contact for parents, staff and external stakeholders
  • Supporting wider school administration and Office functions when needed
  • Ensuring key priorities are effectively tracked and followed through

You Will Be Someone Who:

  • Is highly organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities
  • Is experienced in a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant or senior administrative role
  • Is discreet, trustworthy and confident handling sensitive information
  • Is an excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills
  • Is calm, resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
  • Is confident using modern digital systems and office software
  • Is a natural problem-solver with a 'can do' approach
  • Experience within an educational setting would be an advantage but is not essential.

PA to the head of School in Aylesbury) employer: Academics

Join an outstanding co-educational grammar school in Aylesbury, where we prioritise the growth and development of our staff as much as our students. With a supportive work culture that values discretion and professionalism, you will have the opportunity to work closely with leadership while enjoying a competitive salary and term-time working hours. Our commitment to pioneering education ensures that you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to shaping the visionaries of tomorrow.

Academics

Contact Details:

Academics Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace PA to the head of School in Aylesbury)

Diary Management
Communication Management
Meeting Coordination
Event Planning
Recruitment Support
Administrative Processes
Action Recording