At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-level support to the Executive Leadership Team and manage key relationships.
- Company: Join a dynamic college committed to student success and community impact.
- Benefits: Generous holidays, superb pension, free counselling, and discounts on shopping and activities.
- Other info: Embrace a culture of ambition, collaboration, and energy in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your professional skills.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills, excellent communication, and experience in admin or coordination.
The predicted salary is between 22950 - 28050 £ per year.
Hours: Part time, 29.6 hours per week (0.8 FTE)
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Exeter
Closing Date: 04/10/2026
Super-organised? Brilliant problem-solver and relationship-builder? Join our Executive Officer team. If you're proactive, professional and enjoy making things happen behind the scenes, we'd love to hear from you. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of the organisation by providing high-level executive support.
Responsibilities:
- Provide professional, proactive and confidential support to members of the Executive Leadership Team
- Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, building effective relationships across the College Group and beyond
- Support Boards, Committees and other senior meetings, including agenda preparation, minute taking and action tracking
- Support major College events, meetings and initiatives
- Provide admin and technical support for the College's data protection function, working closely with the DPO and SIRO
Requirements:
- Highly organised and able to juggle multiple priorities
- Calm under pressure and confident using their initiative
- An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills
- Meticulous, detail-focused and able to handle confidential information appropriately
- Comfortable working with digital systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Experienced in admin, coordination or compliance-related work
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to students' college experience, helping them develop the skills, confidence and independence needed for success in education and beyond.
Benefits:
- Incredibly generous holidays
- Superb pension scheme
- Free counselling
- Discounted supermarket shopping
- Spa treatments
- Electric cars
- Paddleboarding
The paid holidays quoted include at least 7 Christmas closure days and 8 bank holidays.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Sunday 4th October 2026 at midnight. Interviews will be held in Exeter on Tuesday 13th October 2026.
Everyone’s welcome to apply for a role here, regardless of personal characteristics, including race, age, gender, religion, ability, disability, or sexuality. We’re totally committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students, and we expect you to be too. We follow safer recruitment statutory guidance (Keeping Children Safe in Education). If you’re successful, you’ll be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Executive Officer to the Executive Leadership Team in Exeter employer: Exeter College
North Devon College is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, making it an ideal place for passionate educators. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees have ample opportunities to grow and innovate within their roles, particularly in the vibrant community of Barnstaple. The college prioritises respect and ambition, ensuring that staff can make a meaningful impact on learners' lives while enjoying a supportive environment.
