Office Manager and Personal Assistant to the Head

Westfield; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Westfield School Newcastle is seeking an Office Manager and Personal Assistant to the Head to join our Senior House team. The role requires a resourceful, enthusiastic individual who thrives in a busy school environment and can balance administration with strong interpersonal skills.

You will build professional relationships with pupils, parents, staff and visitors, lead a welcoming office, and provide high-level support to the Head and SLT while maintaining confidentiality and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Build warm, professional relationships with pupils, parents, staff, governors and visitors.
• Lead a welcoming, efficient and well‑organised school office that sits at the heart of Westfield.
• Provide exceptional administrative and organisational support to the Head and SLT.
• Manage competing priorities calmly and effectively in a busy environment.
• Communicate confidently and professionally, both in writing and in person.
• Exercise sound judgement, discretion and absolute confidentiality.
• Take ownership of systems, processes and communications, ensuring high standards and attention to detail.
• Anticipate needs, solve problems proactively and find practical solutions.
• Embrace school life, contributing positively to the culture and ethos of the school.
• Act as an ambassador for the school, ensuring every interaction reflects its values and commitment to excellent pastoral care and service.

Job description

Office Manager and Personal Assistant to the Head

We are looking for an innovative and dynamic person to work in our Senior House (pupils aged 11 to 18). The successful candidate will be resourceful and enthusiastic and able to demonstrate high levels of independence and teamwork within a school setting.

Working within the fantastic indoor and outdoor learning environments of Westfield School, this is an exciting opportunity to join our friendly team.

The Successful Candidate Will:

• Build warm, professional relationships with pupils, parents, staff, governors and visitors.


• Lead a welcoming, efficient and well‑organised school office that sits at the heart of Westfield.


• Provide exceptional administrative and organisational support to the Head and SLT.


• Manage competing priorities calmly and effectively in a busy environment.


• Communicate confidently and professionally, both in writing and in person.


• Exercise sound judgement, discretion and absolute confidentiality.


• Take ownership of systems, processes and communications, ensuring high standards and attention to detail.


• Anticipate needs, solve problems proactively and find practical solutions.


• Embrace school life, contributing positively to the culture and ethos of the school.


• Act as an ambassador for the school, ensuring every interaction reflects its values and commitment to excellent pastoral care and service.

In short, we are looking for someone who combines outstanding organisational skills with warmth, professionalism and a genuine commitment to supporting Westfield.

Further details available from Mrs Jane Jokelson

Telephone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Closing date for applications is noon on Friday 6 November 2026

Interviews will take place on Thursday 12 November 2026

Westfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and DBS.