PA to the Headteacher

Academics Ltd.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Personal Assistant to support the Headteacher at a secondary school in Lichfield. This role offers a 6-month assignment with a competitive daily rate of £115-£130. Candidates should have strong organizational and communication skills, along with PA experience, ideally in a busy environment. This role is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience within an educational setting.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant support

Referral scheme

Opportunity for long-term roles

Qualifications

• Proven PA or senior administrative experience, ideally in a busy environment.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional and confidential administrative support to the Headteacher.
• Manage diaries, appointments, and communications.
• Support HR administration – contracts, recruitment adverts, and onboarding.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Interpersonal abilities

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

PA to the Headteacher – Lichfield – 6-Month Assignment – ASAP Start

Are you an experienced and organised PA looking for your next challenge?

Academics are proud to be supporting a secondary school in Lichfield, a thriving and high-achieving secondary school, in recruiting a Personal Assistant to the Headteacher. This is a minimum 6-month assignment offering a varied, fast-paced role at the heart of school leadership. The hours are 8:00 am – 4:00 pm (negotiable), with a daily rate of £115–£130 depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional and confidential administrative support to the Headteacher.
• Manage diaries, appointments, and communications.
• Support HR administration – contracts, recruitment adverts, and onboarding.
• Liaise with staff, governors, and external partners on behalf of the Headteacher.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, meeting documentation etc.
• Maintain effective filing and record-keeping systems.
• Ensure smooth day-to-day coordination of the Headteacher’s office.

Requirements

• Proven PA or senior administrative experience, ideally in a busy environment.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and other administrative systems.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.
• School experience desirable but not essential – transferable skills from corporate or public sectors welcome (i.e., fast-paced environments).

Why Register with Academics?

• Competitive daily rates of £115-£130, paid to you weekly (dependent on experience).
• Dedicated consultant offering personalised support throughout your placement.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within an educational setting.
• A referral scheme, paying you up to £125 for every successful recommendation.
• Clear and straightforward registration process.
• Roles that can often lead to long-term or permanent appointments.

If you’re a proactive and organised professional who thrives in a busy, rewarding environment, we’d love to hear from you – apply now to join this outstanding school community!