Executive Assistant

Sir John Deane's Sixth Form College; Northwich; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education institution in Northwich is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the Senior Leadership Team and the CEO. This role involves complex organizational tasks, diary management, and administrative duties. The ideal candidate will possess strong administrative skills and the ability to develop excellent relationships with stakeholders. With a supportive work environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute towards enhancing the educational experience.

Qualifications

• No prior experience as an Executive Assistant or PA is necessary.
• Ability to work calmly and professionally.
• Integrity and discretion are important.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a first point of contact for stakeholders.
• Manage diaries and support leaders in meetings.
• Provide administrative support for meetings.

Skills

Strong administrative experience

Highly organized

Ability to develop working relationships

Job description

Overview

Role: Executive Assistant

Salary: Band 5 - SP 15 to SP 19 - £32,199 - £36,564 (FTE) - £28,855 - £32,766 (Actual)

Contract type: Permanent, 37 hours per week, Term Time plus 2 weeks (41 weeks per year).

Reporting to: CEO and Principal

Start date: ASAP

About Us

This is an exciting time to be joining the Sir John Brunner Foundation. Our Multi-Academy Trust educates more than 4300 children and young people and employs over 450 professionals. Each of our four good and outstanding academies operates at the heart of their local community.

Our mission is to enhance students' lives through the highest standards of education underpinned by our Trust values of Excellence, Belonging and Partnership.

The Multi-Academy Trust incorporates:

• The County High School, Leftwich.
• Middlewich High School.
• Sir John Deane's Sixth Form College.
• Macclesfield Academy.

The Sir John Brunner Foundation has a proud legacy of educational excellence dating back to 1557. We remain firmly focused on children, providing a first-class experience that nurtures curiosity, confidence, and joy in learning. In working with our communities, we create an environment where every child feels valued, safe, and supported to reach their potential.

The Foundation's Head Office is based at the Sir John Deane's College campus in Northwich.

Sir John Deane's Sixth Form College is the country's leading sixth form college and an excellent place to work, with high levels of staff satisfaction. Colleagues are part of an exceptional culture of excellence and opportunity, where everyone is supported in their professional development. The College provides exemplary teaching, learning and recreational facilities contained within a beautiful campus. Students are hardworking and extremely well behaved. Our students are supported by dedicated pastoral and learning support teams who have an important role in facilitating our inclusive and aspirational educational experience.

About The Role

This dual role provides high-level executive support primarily to the College's Senior Leadership Team (SLT), while also delivering key executive support to the CEO of the Sir John Brunner Foundation.

The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating complex administrative and organisational requirements across both the College and the Foundation, enabling Executive Leaders to focus on strategic leadership and the continued success of the organisation.

It is anticipated that this role will be split, with 80% of the time supporting the Principal of the College and the senior leadership team and 20% of the time supporting the CEO of the Sir John Brunner Foundation and whole Foundation organisational matters.

Your Responsibilities

The Executive Assistant role entails helping with high-level, complex administrative duties to support key leaders of the organisation in delivering excellence to our students and communities.

The role is varied and interesting and includes duties such as:

• Serving as a first point of contact to the team for a range of stakeholders, responding to their queries and directing them accordingly.
• Managing diaries and supporting leaders in planning and coordinating meetings.
• Supporting leaders in the planning and organising of key events for students and staff.
• Providing administrative support for meetings, including circulating paperwork and tracking actions.
• Supporting leaders to ensure compliance with statutory and legal obligations.
• Acting as a point of contact for staff queries and helping to support an exceptional staff experience.

Please refer to the job description for more detailed information.

What We Are Looking For

The successful candidate will have strong administrative experience; they will be highly organised, with the ability to develop excellent working relationships with a range of stakeholders.

No prior experience as an Executive Assistant or PA is necessary; however, the ability to work calmly and professionally, with integrity and discretion, is important.

Important Dates

Closing Date: Monday 23rd February 2026, 9am

Interview Date: Thursday 26th February 2026

How to Apply

If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Executive Assistant, please complete the application form today! You are strongly encouraged to get your application form submitted at the earliest opportunity, as we reserve the right to close our adverts earlier than advertised where sufficient applications have been received.

We'd love to hear from you!

If you would like to talk to us about the role before applying, please contact the College Principal, Christopher Atherton on 01606 810020, and we would be happy to answer any questions you have.

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

The Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant must have enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. The school is an equal opportunities employer.