PA To the Headteacher

PA To the Headteacher

Location: Northampton
Salary: Competitive
Contract type: Full time, part time

Simply Education are seeking a highly organised, proactive, and discreet Personal Assistant to the Headteacher to provide exceptional administrative and operational support at the heart of the school.

This is a key role requiring a professional and confident individual with excellent interpersonal skills, who can manage a busy workload while maintaining a calm and approachable manner. You will be the first point of contact for the Headteacher and play a crucial role in the smooth running of their schedule and school communications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the Headteacher's diary, appointments, and meetings.
• Handle confidential correspondence with discretion and professionalism.
• Prepare reports, agendas, minutes, and presentations for senior leadership and governing body meetings.
• Liaise with staff, parents, governors, external agencies, and the local authority on behalf of the Headteacher.
• Support the coordination of whole-school events and key communications.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure timely responses to key tasks and deadlines.
• Manage email correspondence and screen phone calls and visitors appropriately.
• Support school projects and initiatives as required.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience as a PA, administrator, or office manager (ideally within an education or public sector setting).
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• A high level of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism.

Requirements:

• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
• Professional qualifications in administration or secretarial work (desirable).