Personal Assistant

• Annual Salary: Competitive
• Location: Wallington, UK
• Job Type: Full-time, Temp to Perm (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday)

We are seeking a proactive and adaptable Personal Assistant to support the Head of Strategy & Pastoral Support and provide administrative assistance to the Heads of School at our Special Educational Needs (SEN) school. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-evolving environment with limited structure. The successful candidate must be confident working independently, managing changing priorities, and using their initiative to bring clarity and organisation.

Executive & Administrative Support

• Support the production and refinement of documents, presentations, and reports.
• Keep shared documents, folders, and databases up to date and well-organised.

Project & Operational Support

• Assist with ongoing school-wide projects, supporting the implementation and coordination of strategic and pastoral initiatives.
• Collate, organise, and analyse data to provide timely and accurate insights to support decision-making.

Marketing & Communication

• Format and quality-check content (e.g., newsletters, bulletins, policy documents) for publication on the school website or internal platforms.
• Support in the coordination and dissemination of key messages to parents, staff, and external partners.

Adaptability & Contribution

• Work flexibly across teams, supporting various administrative and coordination tasks depending on need.
• Identify gaps in processes and help shape clearer systems where possible.
• Be ready to “roll up your sleeves” in a collaborative, start-up style team.

• Proven experience as a Personal Assistant or similar administrative role.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Strong IT/Data admin/analysis skills.

• Experience in an educational environment, particularly in SEN settings.
• Project management skills.

• Opportunity to work in a supportive and rewarding educational setting.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities.
• A chance to contribute positively to the education and support of students with special educational needs.

To apply for this Personal Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.