At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide extensive PA support to the Principal and Senior Leadership Team.
- Company: Join a vibrant academy dedicated to student success and professional development.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, employee discounts, and fantastic professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working options available; committed to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in education while working in a supportive and dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Minimum three years of administrative experience and strong computer skills required.
Contract Type: Fixed term ending 30 April 2027
Hours: 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Term time only)
Scale: NJC 19 - 22
Actual Salary: £27,576 - £28,984 per annum / FTE Salary: £32,061 - £33,698 per annum (pending pay award)
Closes: Wednesday 7th October 2026 or sooner should we receive sufficient applications
Start Date: As soon as possible
Interviews: To be confirmed
Are you looking for a fantastic new opportunity? The Queen Elizabeth Academy are looking to appoint a fixed term PA to the Principal who strives to share their passion for education with our students and join our dedicated team to uphold the Academy’s vision and values. Please note, this is a fixed term position ending 30 April 2027.
We are looking for an organised individual who is self-motivated and has a genuine passion and a belief in the potential of every pupil. You will relish the opportunity to work with young people in a vibrant and dynamic learning environment.
The PA to the Principal will provide an extensive PA service to the Head of Academy and other members of the Senior Leadership Team including managing, dealing with and undertaking administrative, secretarial, word processing/typing and data services, ensuring that these functions are organised efficiently to meet the needs of the academy.
About you
The successful candidate will be experienced in diary management and have a minimum of three years practical administrative experience. To succeed you must understand the importance of confidentiality and discretion, be highly computer literate with good numeracy and literacy skills and hold GCSE English and Maths C/4 or equivalent together with relevant qualifications in office administration and IT applications.
Why choose The Queen Elizabeth Academy?
The Queen Elizabeth Academy is an 11-16 mixed academy based in Atherstone with approximately 715 pupils on roll. Following our Ofsted inspection in June 2022, we retained our “Good” rating, a real testament to the hard work and dedication of our staff and students. Ofsted commented the pupils were “respectful of each other’s views and are exceptionally supportive. Pupils behave well. They are proud of their school and the improvements that have been made in recent years. Pupils enjoy school and know that leaders and staff have the highest expectations for them.”
The Ofsted report is a fair reflection of the academy, and we continue to develop as we push from Good to Great. In November 2016, as part of the Priority School Building Programme, we moved into brand new premises that have given us access to fantastic new facilities, which really set us apart in the locality.
As a proud Academy Transformation Trust academy, we are devoted to professional development and support which is second to none. Our trust is registered as Disability Confident, and we welcome all applications. Our ATT Institute offers hundreds of training events and leadership accreditation qualifications to develop your talent to its full potential. As an academy we believe it is our role to develop your expertise to the full through supportive coaching in order to transform the lives of our students.
In return
You can expect fantastic Professional Development opportunities, a comprehensive employee benefits package, shopping discounts, cycle-to-work and gym schemes, cinema tickets and an employee assistance programme. Our ATT2030 Vision means we meet our young people where they are at and refuse to leave them there. Our pupils will leave us capable, competent and confident and take their place in the community of educated people. Our staff will be cared for, developed and they will be capable, competent and confident. We would love to hear from those who want to join us in that mission.
The successful applicant will undertake an enhanced DBS criminal record check, and online searches will be carried out in line with KCSIE update 2026. We are committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion and welcome all applications. We are open to Flexible Working.
PA to Principal employer: The Queen Elizabeth Academy
The Queen Elizabeth Academy is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and inclusive work environment, perfect for those passionate about education. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees benefit from a comprehensive package that includes shopping discounts, gym schemes, and an employee assistance programme, all while working in a friendly team dedicated to upholding the Academy's vision and values. Located in a vibrant community, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives during term time only, allowing for a balanced work-life schedule.
Contact Details:
The Queen Elizabeth Academy Recruitment Team
