Headteacher's Executive Assistant – Strategic Support

Marchant Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is assisting a welcoming school near Birmingham in recruiting a highly capable Headteacher's PA to support senior leadership and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

The role involves diary management, minute-taking, correspondence handling, and coordination of meetings with a strong emphasis on discretion and confidentiality. You will work closely with the Headteacher and leadership team to maintain efficient administrative processes.

Qualifications

• Experience as a PA/EA in a school, education, or senior professional environment.
• Experience working within a school or public sector setting.
• Excellent diary management and organisational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Headteacher.
• Manage the Headteacher's diary, appointments and meetings.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas and take minutes.
• Handle incoming correspondence and enquiries with professionalism.
• Draft and format letters, reports and documents.
• Maintain confidential records and filing systems.
• Act as a point of contact for staff, parents and external organisations.
• Support communication between leadership, staff, pupils and families.

Skills

Diary management

Organisational skills

Discretion

Communication skills

Minutes taking

Confidential handling

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is assisting a welcoming school near Birmingham in recruiting a highly capable Headteacher's PA to support senior leadership and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

The role involves diary management, minute-taking, correspondence handling, and coordination of meetings with a strong emphasis on discretion and confidentiality. You will work closely with the Headteacher and leadership team to maintain efficient administrative processes.