Personal Assistant

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Exeter; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking education trust in Exeter seeks a proactive Personal Assistant to support its Leadership Team. Responsibilities include managing diaries, preparing meeting materials, and liaising with stakeholders. The successful candidate must have strong communication skills, be highly organized, and proficient in Microsoft 365. This is a permanent, term-time role offering competitive benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

Health scheme and cycle to work scheme

Subsidised meals

State-of-the-art IT equipment

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Personable with strong communication skills in person and over the phone.
• Confident in managing multiple priorities while working independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage diaries, meetings, and key deadlines for leadership team members.
• Prepare agendas and minutes for meetings.
• Create reports and presentation materials.
• Liaise with parents and manage queries.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders.

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

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.