PA to Headteacher

Valley Invicta Academies Trust; Lenham; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Lenham is seeking a dedicated PA to the Headteacher. The role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative team, providing administrative support and contributing to the school's community vision. Applicants should be passionate about working with children and committed to safeguarding. With a competitive salary ranging from £31,801 to £36,289, this position encourages applications from all diverse and ethnic groups.

Qualifications

• Passion for working in a collaborative and dynamic team environment.
• Ability to support the Headteacher and contribute to the school's vision.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Headteacher.
• Collaborate with staff and ensure communication across the Trust.
• Assist in career progression and networking opportunities.

Job description

Headteacher's PA

Subject: Administration

Start Date: VIAT 7, £31,801 - £36,289 PER ANNUM

Closing Date: MIDDAY FRIDAY, 21 NOVEMBER 2025

The Lenham School is an OFSTED GOOD school with an exciting opportunity to join our successful Team. We are currently recruiting for a PA to the Headteacher. If you are passionate about working in a dynamic team to help fulfil the vision for this wonderful community, we would love to hear from you.

We are a dedicated, collaborative team of professionals who enjoy welcoming new staff, new ideas and fresh input. Opportunities, including career progression, are actively sought for all staff across the school. Collaboration with like-minded colleagues across the Multi‑Academy Trust (VIAT) is set up to provide networking, support, quality assurance and friendship.

If you would like to have an informal discussion about the post, please contact Mrs Sarah West by email on [e-mail] providing a telephone number on which we can contact you.

The closing date is 12 noon on Friday, 21 November 2025 however, please note the Trust has the right to appoint at any point before the closing date. Interviews are available immediately, so we welcome early applications, which will be reviewed continuously.

Please submit completed applications to [e-mail]

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. As part of the shortlisting process, the Trust reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and any relevant information found concerning a candidate's suitability to work with children will be discussed.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

A copy of our school's Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and Recruitment of Ex‑Offenders Policy can be found attached.

Valley Invicta Academies Trust expects every employee to take responsibility for promoting a culture that values and respects difference. We welcome applications from all diverse and ethnic groups.

If you require access arrangements to complete an application form, please contact the Trust who will support you i.e., large print, coloured forms.