Executive PA to Headteacher — School Leadership Support

Unity Schools Partnership; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD support

Well‑being programmes

Induction programme

2 weeks October half term

Well‑being day per academic year

Job summary

Newmarket Academy, part of Unity Schools Partnership, seeks an organised Personal Assistant to the Headteacher to support leadership and key admin across the school. Start October 2026; permanent contract, 37 hours per week, 42 weeks per year, with CPD opportunities and a welcoming, collaborative environment.

The role requires strong English and maths (GCSE C or equivalent), excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, and calm professionalism under pressure.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths (C or equivalent) required.
• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills essential.
• Ability to stay calm and professional under pressure.
• Proactive, flexible and capable of using own initiative.
• Professional conduct when dealing with students, staff, parents/carers and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Support the learning experience by coordinating admin tasks and maintaining records.
• Assist the Headteacher and senior staff with day-to-day activities and scheduling.
• Liaise with pupils, staff, parents/carers and external agencies as needed.
• Contribute to a positive, well‑being focused school environment.
• Ensure accurate information flow and documentation across school operations.

Skills

GCSE English and Maths (C or equal)

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Administrative skills

Calm under pressure

Team player

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Tools

N/A

Job description

Newmarket Academy, part of Unity Schools Partnership, seeks an organised Personal Assistant to the Headteacher to support leadership and key admin across the school. Start October 2026; permanent contract, 37 hours per week, 42 weeks per year, with CPD opportunities and a welcoming, collaborative environment.

The role requires strong English and maths (GCSE C or equivalent), excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, and calm professionalism under pressure.