Assistant Private Secretary (Personal Assistant) in Bromley

Please note we don't have a fixed closing date but instead will close the role when we have sufficient applicants to interview so apply soon to not miss out!

Location: Bromley, Orpington and Hybrid (with regular travel across Group sites)

Salary: £29,154 - £31,851 per annum, plus out-of-hours allowance

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Reporting to: Head of Private Office to the Group CEO

Driving Licence: Essential

An exciting opportunity at the heart of a growing education group. Elevare Civic Education Group is seeking an exceptional Assistant Private Secretary to join the Group CEO's Private Office. This is far more than a traditional PA role. Working at the centre of a dynamic and ambitious organisation spanning further education, schools and charitable provision, you will play a key role in supporting the Group CEO, helping to ensure the smooth running of a complex programme of meetings, events, visits and strategic priorities.

You'll be part of a high-performing private office team, working closely with senior leaders across the Group and building relationships with partners, stakeholders and decision-makers from across the education sector. This role would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys variety, is highly organised, and takes pride in making things happen behind the scenes.

What you'll be doing

• Support the day-to-day operation of the Group CEO's Private Office.
• Manage complex diaries, meetings, travel arrangements and logistics.
• Coordinate and support high-profile events, visits, conferences and stakeholder engagements.
• Draft correspondence and communications on behalf of the Group CEO.
• Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare briefing papers, meeting documentation and follow-up actions.
• Support governance-related activity and executive administration.
• Accompany the Group CEO to meetings, visits, external engagements and events where required.
• Help identify opportunities to improve systems, processes and ways of working across the Private Office.
• Monitor developments across the education sector and provide summaries of relevant policy, legislative and media developments.

What we're looking for

• Experience working in a PA, Executive Assistant or senior administrative role.
• Experience operating in a busy, customer-focused environment.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Outstanding IT skills across Microsoft 365 applications and confidence using technology and AI tools.
• Experience handling sensitive and confidential information.
• The ability to remain calm, responsive and solutions-focused under pressure.
• A proactive, curious and adaptable approach to work.
• A full UK driving licence.

The person we want to meet

• Is highly professional, discreet and trustworthy.
• Enjoys working at pace and thrives on variety.
• Can switch quickly between detailed administration and big-picture thinking.
• Takes initiative and anticipates needs before being asked.
• Works collaboratively with colleagues at all levels, including senior executives and external stakeholders.
• Shares our commitment to educational excellence, public service and positive community impact.

Flexibility and travel

This role operates around the needs of the Group CEO's programme of activities and therefore requires a high degree of flexibility. This includes occasional early morning meetings, evening events, weekend working, travel between sites and, at times, accompanying or driving the Group CEO to meetings and engagements. Overnight stays may occasionally be required.

Why join Elevare?

This is a rare opportunity to work at the centre of a large and growing education group where no two days are the same. You'll gain exposure to executive leadership, governance, strategic projects and some of the most significant conversations shaping education and civic life across our communities. If you're organised, resourceful and motivated by making a real difference behind the scenes, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits

• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Annual season ticket loan
• Access to the Discounts for Teachers portal
• Free Wi-Fi access in over 10,000 locations worldwide through Eduroam
• Access to our on-site gym at Bromley campus and discount at other local gyms
• Discounts in our in-house restaurants and on hair and beauty treatments

Equal Opportunities

London South East Colleges is fully committed to equality of opportunity and to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful working environment, free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, parental status or marital or partnership status.