Executive Assistant to Principal and Chief Executive Officer (on-site)

Suffolk New College; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Ipswich is seeking an Executive Assistant for the Principal and CEO. The role focuses on supporting the Executive Team, requires excellent organisational skills, and a customer-focused approach. The position offers a yearly salary between £32,172 and £35,124, with opportunities to work across multiple campuses.

Qualifications

• Experience as an executive assistant or in a similar role is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills for interaction with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Carry out EA duties for the Principal and CEO.
• Support the Executive Team in various tasks.
• Engage with a wide range of external stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Ability to build effective relationships

Customer-focused approach

Job description

Executive Assistant to Principal and Chief Executive Officer (on-site)

Salary: £32,172 to £35,124 per annum

37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

We are seeking an Executive Assistant to join the college at a really exciting time.

The main focus of your role is to carry out EA duties for the Principal and Chief Executive Officer and to be part of the small team of Executive Assistants that support the Executive Team at the College.

This is a varied role which contributes to many aspects of the College and will suit someone who has excellent organisational skills, alongside the ability to build and sustain effective working relationships with a large and wide-ranging group of external stakeholders, and a customer-focused approach.

Suffolk New College is a multi-campus with sites in Ipswich, Otley, Halesworth and Leiston. You will have the opportunity to work across campuses, experiencing the wonderful differences they offer.

At Suffolk New College, we promote the culture of BeSNC. Implementing BeSNC is not just a choice; it's a commitment to providing the best possible environment for our learners to thrive. It's a commitment to nurturing an inclusive and supportive community where each student, staff and community member can reach their full potential.

Closing date: Tuesday 25th November 2025 at Midnight

The College reserves the right to close this advert early.

Interview date: Wednesday 3rd December 2025

This College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As part of our on-going commitment to Equality and Diversity, Suffolk New College guarantee to short list all applicants from a black or ethnic minority group who meet the essential criteria and all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. All appointments are subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

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