Executive PA to the Headteacher – School Operations

Sapientia Education Trust; Attleborough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Buckenham High School, near Attleborough, is seeking a highly organised Personal Assistant to the Headteacher. The successful candidate will provide high-level administrative and secretarial support, coordinating daily staff cover, overseeing key processes and acting as a main point of contact for staff, parents and external agencies.

This role requires discretion, excellent communication and strong organisational skills, with the ability to multitask in a busy school environment.

Qualifications

• High-level administrative or secretarial experience.
• Experience with diary management.
• Proven ICT skills and experience with management information systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑level administrative support to the Headteacher.
• Coordinate daily staff cover arrangements.
• Oversee key administrative processes.
• Act as main contact for staff, parents, the Trust and external agencies.
• Maintain discretion and confidentiality.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Diary management

Multitasking

Discretion

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE English & Mathematics (Grade 4+)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Job description

Old Buckenham High School, near Attleborough, is seeking a highly organised Personal Assistant to the Headteacher. The successful candidate will provide high-level administrative and secretarial support, coordinating daily staff cover, overseeing key processes and acting as a main point of contact for staff, parents and external agencies.

This role requires discretion, excellent communication and strong organisational skills, with the ability to multitask in a busy school environment.