Executive Assistant to the Deputy Principal (on-site)

Suffolk New College; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Ipswich is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the Deputy Principal and the Executive Team. This role involves managing calendars, organizing meetings and events, and handling PA duties. Candidates must possess excellent organisational abilities and a customer-focused approach. This full-time role provides a starting salary of £32,172 per annum and is on-site but allows for occasional remote work. Apply before the closing date of January 11, 2026.

Benefits

Occasional home working options

College shuttle service between campuses

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a personal assistant or in a similar role.
• Ability to manage confidential information
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Carry out PA duties for the Deputy Principal.
• Support the Executive Team at the College.
• Organise meetings, events, and travel arrangements.
• Manage calendars and priorities.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Ability to build effective working relationships

Customer-focused approach

Job description

Executive Assistant to the Deputy Principal (on-site)

Starting salary is £32,172 per annum.
37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.

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

You will work to the Admin Manager who manages the central and student administration teams. The main focus of your role is to carry out PA duties for the Deputy Principal and to be part of the small team of Executive Assistants that support the Executive Team at the College.

Responsibilities

• Carry out PA duties for the Deputy Principal.
• Support the Executive Team at the College.
• Organise and coordinate meetings, events and travel arrangements.
• Manage calendars, priorities and confidential information.

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, and a customer-focused approach.

Suffolk New College is a multi‑campus, with sites in the urban environment of Ipswich and the rural setting of Otley. You will have the opportunity to work across both campuses, experiencing the wonderful differences they offer, and there is a college shuttle to support any transportation needs. Whilst this role is not hybrid, there is an option of occasional home working.

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.

Suffolk New College puts our learners at the centre of our focus and we are looking for an individual who wants to be part of an organisation critical to the local community.

Contact

Please contact Kerry Hiskey, Admin Manager & Executive Assistant to the Deputy CEO on 01473 382459, [e-mail].

Closing date

Closing date: Sunday 11th January 2026 at Midnight.

The College reserves the right to close this advert early. Due to the Christmas break, the College will be closed from 24 December 2025 to 5 January 2026.

Interview date: To be confirmed.

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 ongoing commitment to Equality and Diversity, Suffolk New College guarantees to shortlist 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.

We do not recognise any agencies or search agencies acting on our behalf unless they have been officially engaged. Applicants should apply to us directly and not be persuaded to go via an agency. The college will not recognise any agency fees for recruitment activities unless an active engagement linked to a specific role has been agreed. The college will not pay fees associated with CVs or applicants who are sent to the college via agencies on a speculative basis or in response to college adverts.