Executive Assistant/CPD Administrator

Brockenhurst College; Brockenhurst; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking an Executive Assistant/CPD Administrator to provide exceptional administrative support to senior leaders and coordinate professional development. The role involves managing confidential tasks while promoting a culture of inclusion and supporting staff initiatives. Candidates should have strong communication skills and experience in similar environments. Benefits include generous leave, pension, and access to facilities.

Benefits

25 days leave plus Bank Holidays

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

On-site Nursery childcare

Local Government Pension Scheme

Free eye care vouchers

Secure onsite parking

Discounts for shopping and healthcare

Access to onsite Gym and sports facilities

Weekly staff football

Qualifications

• Commitment to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Experience in a comparable environment with agenda and report preparation.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality secretarial support to the Senior Leadership Team.
• Coordinate professional development and training for staff.
• Engage with various stakeholders to address issues timely.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Education

English and Maths GCSE at grades 9-4 (or equivalent)

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an Executive Assistant/CPD Administrator to join the team on a full time, permanent basis, to provide exceptional administrative support to senior leaders and coordinate professional development across the College. In return, you will receive a salary of £28,102 - £30,012 per annum.

We are a high‑achieving college who attract around 2,800 sixth‑form students across the region each year. We are based within the stunning New Forest National Park and offer our students a huge range of courses and superb facilities.

About the role

As the Executive Assistant/CPD Administrator, you will deliver confidential and comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team. In addition, you will provide administrative assistance to staff professional development and training, including event coordination, record‑keeping, and evaluation reporting. This is a varied and rewarding role within a dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation. You will play a key part in supporting senior leadership and driving staff development initiatives that make a real impact.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high quality confidential and comprehensive secretarial/administrative service to two Assistant Principals.
• Handle sensitively and discreetly a wide range of issues.
• Provide assistance to other members of the Senior Leadership Team as required.
• Engage with a range of stakeholders including learners, parents/carers, staff and governors to ensure issues are addressed in a timely manner and monitored effectively.
• Administer and support all aspects of staff continued professional development and training across all college sites.
• Under the direction of the Assistant Principal, administer whole‑college continued professional development and training events, including the arrangements of venues, trainers and resources.
• The post holder will be required to contribute to the achievement of the College’s Strategic Plan in relation to their role and responsibilities.
• To demonstrate an awareness and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion as well as health and safety and safeguarding, including adherence to all college policies, practices and training.

Ideal candidate

• English and Maths GCSE at grades 9‑4 (or equivalent).
• A commitment to represent and embed a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion across the work of the College.
• An inherent belief in the advantages and benefits and ethos of a post‑16 college experience.
• Experience in a comparable environment, including preparation of agendas, minutes and reports.
• Competent in a range of Microsoft Office programmes.
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written – and the ability to choose the right communication method for the situation.

Benefits

• 25 days leave, rising with service, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas closure (pro rata for part time staff)
• An option to purchase further leave through our Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme provided externally to the College. This is a completely confidential service and is free to all members of staff at the College.
• On‑site Nursery offers childcare at superb rates in and outside of term time
• Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free eye care vouchers
• Free secure onsite parking
• Access to a range of discounts, including shopping, travel and healthcare
• Access to onsite Gym, Tennis/Badminton courts, Football pitches (indoor & out)
• Weekly staff football

If you feel you are the right candidate for this Executive Assistant/CPD Administrator role, then please click “apply” now! We’d love to hear from you.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.