PA to Executive Head

Brighton & Hove City Council; Hove; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government entity in Hove seeks a skilled Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the Executive Headteacher. Responsibilities include handling communications, organizing meetings, and supporting HR processes. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and experience in a similar role. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential, with an emphasis on maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Experience in a PA or senior administrative role required.
• Confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive information.
• Desirable experience in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive PA support to the Executive Headteacher.
• Act as the first point of contact for internal and external enquiries.
• Support HR recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Prepare and manage correspondence, reports, and presentations.
• Organise and minute meetings as required.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Discretion and diplomacy

Ability to work under pressure

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Provide comprehensive PA support to the Executive Headteacher, including diary management and meeting coordination.
• Act as the first point of contact for all internal and external enquiries to the Senior Leadership Team.
• Support the School Business Manager with HR recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Prepare and manage correspondence, reports, and presentations.
• Organise and minute meetings as required.
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters and handle sensitive information with professionalism.
• Liaise with staff, governors, parents, and all external stakeholders.
• Exceptionally organised with strong attention to detail.
• Able to work under pressure and prioritise competing deadlines.
• Discreet, diplomatic, and trustworthy with confidential information.
• An excellent communicator, both written and verbal.
• Experienced in a PA or senior administrative role (experience in a school setting is desirable).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and confident using IT systems.