PA to Deputy Heads

NOTTING HILL; Ealing; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Ealing is seeking a Personal Assistant to the Deputy Heads. This role involves supporting pastoral and academic functions, managing schedules, and assisting in the school’s operation. Applicants should possess excellent organisational and communication skills. The position is term-time only, full-time, and offers numerous benefits including pension schemes and training grants.

Benefits

Membership of Aviva Pension Scheme

Access to GDST training programmes

Up to 50% discount on fees for children

Training grants for further qualifications

Interest-free annual season ticket loans

Interest-free computer loans

Cycle Scheme

Free lunches during term time

Free life assurance benefit

Employee Assistance Programme

In-school wellbeing activities

Responsibilities

• Support the Deputy Head Pastoral and Academic.
• Manage schedules and correspondence.
• Coordinate INSET days and holiday period duties.
• Assist in day-to-day running of the school.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Time-management

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently

Initiative

Job description

Role Overview

PA to the Deputy Heads. Pastoral and Academic. Term‑time only, 36 hours per week (9am to 5pm) Permanent.

Responsibilities

• Support both the Deputy Head Pastoral and Academic and the Senior School Office.
• Manage schedules, appointments and correspondence.
• Coordinate INSET days and holiday period duties.
• Assist senior leadership in day‑to‑day running of the school.

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational, time‑management, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Benefits

• Membership of Aviva Pension Scheme
• Access to the GDST central training and development programme
• Up to 50% discount on fees for children at GDST schools
• Training grants for obtaining further qualifications
• Interest‑free annual season ticket loans for travel available to staff
• Interest‑free loans to enable staff to buy a computer for personal use at home
• Cycle Scheme allowing staff to purchase bicycles and equipment at a tax‑advantageous rate and pay over 12 months
• Free lunches during term time (equivalent to at least £900 per year)
• 36‑week school year (including INSET days) across 3 terms, with a 2‑week half term in Autumn
• Free life assurance benefit
• Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured offering free 24‑hour counselling, wellbeing support and advice services
• In‑school staff wellbeing activities such as yoga and access to the school gym

Application

Closing date: Friday 14th November (12pm). Interviews will take place on Friday 21st November 2025. To be eligible for employment, candidates must provide proof of their right to work in the UK. NHEHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.
For more information and to apply, email [e-mail].