Executive Assistant to the Deputy Head Master - maternity cover at Harrow School in Harrow on the Hill

Harrow on the Hill Full-Time No home office possible

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Job Reference: EDV/2026/HS/08542

Location: 5 High Street, Harrow-on-the-Hill, Greater London, HA1 3HP

Contract Type: Maternity Cover

Contract Term: Full-Time

Salary: Please contact the Recruitment Team for salary information

Closing Date: Midnight, Sun 12th Apr, 2026

Positions Available: 1

About This RoleThe Executive Assistant to the Deputy Head Master will provide comprehensive, senior level support to the Deputy Head Master and assist the Senior Management Team more broadly. You will manage the Deputy Head Master\’s diary, attend a wide range of meetings and committees, oversee the School\’s calendar, and maintain important documents and policies that ensure the School\’s compliance with relevant legislation. This role offers an opportunity to be involved at the heart of the School\’s business in a busy, challenging, and continuously changing environment, and a unique insight into the life of our vibrant and historic School.

The Contract

Full time, fixed term contract to cover maternity leave from July 2026

08.00 – 17.00, 45 hours per week for 43 weeks a year (term time plus 10 additional weeks)

40 hours per week could be considered

Competitive salary – please email the recruitment department for more information

The Skills

First‐class administrative and inter‐personal skills

Excellent attention to detail and good judgement, discretion and initiative

Strong organisational abilities to manage multiple tasks with short deadlines

Strong written and verbal communication skills with a tactful, approachable manner

The EnvironmentHarrow School is situated within a beautiful site in Harrow on the Hill, northwest London, and is one of the best‐known schools in the world, with around 835 boys studying at Harrow. The role is situated in the offices of Harrow School\’s Senior Management Team, working within a friendly and supportive administrative department.

The Benefits Include

Free lunch

Free parking

Automatic enrolment in the School\’s pension scheme

Use of the School\’s sports facilities such as the swimming pool, gym, and running track

Subsidised membership of the tennis, golf, angling and social clubs

Applications will be processed as they are received, so early application is recommended.

Equality, diversity and inclusion are values that are important to us at Harrow. We believe in diversity of thought and actively welcome everyone regardless of their background to bring their valuable and relevant skills to our community.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants must be willing to undergo enhanced child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with any past employer and the Disclosure and Barring Service. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. No member of staff will be able to start until these checks are complete, and this process takes, on average, a month. Please plan accordingly.

Executive Assistant to the Deputy Head Master - maternity cover at Harrow School in Harrow on the Hill

Harrow School

Location: Harrow on the Hill

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Executive Assistant to the Deputy Head Master - maternity cover at Harrow School in Harrow on the Hill

Executive Assistant to the Deputy Head Master - maternity cover at Harrow School in Harrow on the Hill

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