Personal Assistant

Cornerstone Academy Trust; Exeter; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking educational trust in Exeter is looking for a Personal Assistant to provide administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team. The role involves managing schedules, preparing meetings, and liaising with stakeholders. Ideal candidates are highly organised, possess strong communication skills, and are proficient in Microsoft 365. This is a permanent position, offering a competitive salary with additional benefits.

Benefits

Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

Health scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Subsidised meals from in-house chefs

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Proactive and highly organised.
• Comfortable working independently.
• Experience managing diaries and meetings.

Responsibilities

• Manage diaries, meetings, and key deadlines for the Leadership Team.
• Prepare agendas and minutes.
• Create reports and presentation materials.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Highly organised

Confident using Microsoft 365

Team player

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Tools

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft OneNote

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Join Our Team at Cornerstone Academy Trust

Personal Assistant to the Senior Leadership Team

Location: Exeter

Start Date: September 2025

Contract: Permanent | Term-time + 10 days (40 weeks)

Salary: From approx. £25,000 per annum full time equivalent. Actual salary for 40 weeks a year is £23,300.

Why Join Us?

Cornerstone Academy Trust is a forward-thinking, high-performing trust with schools in Exeter, East Devon and North Devon. We are nationally recognised for our innovative approach to education and are proud to lead several Department for Education Centres of Excellence.

About the Role

We’re looking for a proactive and highly organised Personal Assistant to support our dynamic Leadership Team. This is a fast-paced, varied role where no two days are the same.

Key Responsibilities:

•Manage diaries, meetings, and key deadlines for some members of the Senior Leadership Team

• Preparing agendas and minutes

• Creating reports and presentation materials

• Liaise with parents and escalate queries appropriately

• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders

What We’re Looking For

• Exceptionally personable with strong communication skills (in person and on the phone)

• Highly organised with a keen eye for detail

• A team player with a “get the job done” attitude

• Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities

What We Offer

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

• Health scheme and cycle to work scheme

• Subsidised meals from our in-house chefs

Key Dates

Closing Date: 31st August 2025

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Safeguarding Statement

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.

An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check is required for all our posts. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

How to Apply

Please use our online application form.

Safeguarding Statement

Cornerstone Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

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Join Our Team at Cornerstone Academy Trust

Personal Assistant to the Senior Leadership Team

Location: Exeter

Start Date: September 2025

Contract: Permanent | Term-time + 10 days (40 weeks)

Salary: From approx. £25,000 per annum full time equivalent. Actual salary for 40 weeks a year is £23,300.

Hours: 8:30am – 5:00pm (30-minute lunch break)

Why Join Us?

Cornerstone Academy Trust is a forward-thinking, high-performing trust with schools in Exeter, East Devon and North Devon. We are nationally recognised for our innovative approach to education and are proud to lead several Department for Education Centres of Excellence.

About the Role

We’re looking for a proactive and highly organised Personal Assistant to support our dynamic Leadership Team. This is a fast-paced, varied role where no two days are the same.

Key Responsibilities:

•Manage diaries, meetings, and key deadlines for some members of the Senior Leadership Team

• Provide high-level administrative support including:

• Preparing agendas and minutes

• Creating reports and presentation materials

• Liaise with parents and escalate queries appropriately

• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders

What We’re Looking For

• Exceptionally personable with strong communication skills (in person and on the phone)

• Highly organised with a keen eye for detail

• Confident using Microsoft 365 (Teams, Outlook, OneNote, Excel)

• A team player with a “get the job done” attitude

• Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities

What We Offer

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

• Health scheme and cycle to work scheme

• Subsidised meals from our in-house chefs

• State-of-the-art IT equipment

• Ongoing professional development

Key Dates

Closing Date: 31st August 2025

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Safeguarding Statement

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.

An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check is required for all our posts. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

How to Apply

Please use our online application form.

Safeguarding Statement

Cornerstone Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.