Executive PA to the Headteacher — School Leadership

Oakwood; Horley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted gym membership

EV charging points

Employee discount platform

Job summary

Oakwood School is seeking an exceptional PA to the Headteacher to provide high‑level administrative support at the heart of the school. You will manage the Headteacher’s diary, draft correspondence, organise meetings and minutes, and support governors and senior leaders with confidential governance and project tasks.

The role is term-time with additional weeks, offering a rewarding opportunity to influence school priorities and student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Significant experience providing high-level administrative or PA support.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with confidence.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail for high-quality correspondence.
• Handles confidential information with discretion and integrity.
• Experience in education or governance activities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential support to the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team.
• Manage complex diary and prioritise commitments.
• Draft, edit and manage correspondence on behalf of the Headteacher.
• Coordinate meetings, events and school functions with agendas and papers.
• Take minutes and monitor actions from meetings.
• Support Governors with information and documentation preparation.
• Act as a key contact for parents, staff and external partners.
• Ensure data protection compliance in records and systems.
• Deliver high-quality administrative and project support for school improvement.
• Collaborate across the school to keep school operations running smoothly.

Skills

PA experience

Diary management

Communication skills

Discretion

Governance support

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data management

Job description

Oakwood School is seeking an exceptional PA to the Headteacher to provide high‑level administrative support at the heart of the school. You will manage the Headteacher’s diary, draft correspondence, organise meetings and minutes, and support governors and senior leaders with confidential governance and project tasks.

The role is term-time with additional weeks, offering a rewarding opportunity to influence school priorities and student outcomes.