Personal Assistant

RICHMOND UPON THAMES COLLEGE; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Richmond upon Thames College in Twickenham, Greater London, is seeking an Executive Personal Assistant to provide confidential, high-level administrative support to the Principal. The role demands exceptional organisational skills, discretion, and the ability to prioritise in a busy environment.

The successful candidate will communicate effectively with colleagues, governors, external stakeholders and visitors, ensuring the Principal's office operates smoothly and efficiently while maintaining

Qualifications

• Experience providing confidential executive support to senior leaders.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential, high-level administrative and executive support to the Principal.
• Manage multiple priorities to ensure the smooth operation of the Principal's office.
• Coordinate scheduling, meetings, correspondence and travel arrangements as required.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

Discretion

Attention to detail

Job description

Personal Assistant

Twickenham, Greater London

£31,362 to £33,621 per annum inclusive of LW

Permanent

Richmond upon Thames College

Are you an exceptional organiser with a passion for delivering outstanding executive support? We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive PA to provide confidential, high-level administrative and executive support to the Principal. This pivotal role requires exceptional organisational skills, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator with strong attention to detail, capable of building effective relationships with colleagues, governors, external stakeholders, and visitors while ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the Principal's office.

Richmond upon Thames College is part of the Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge College Group (HRUC) and is one of London's most successful Further Education Colleges providing education and training to 16-19 year old's and adults from across Richmond, London and Surrey, for over 80 years. We have opened a new building in 2020 and a brand-new technology-focused STEM Centre in 2024.

This exciting and innovative new learning environment is located within the grounds of the current college site, so remains convenient for public transport links - it is adjacent to the A316 and just a short walk from Twickenham rail station and a number of regular London bus routes.

Notice for Recruitment Agencies:

HRUC operates with a managed service provider (MSP) for recruitment services. We do not accept unsolicited emails, CVs, or contact from recruitment agencies. Any CVs or information sent to HRUC outside of this process will not be considered or acted upon, regardless of the terms and conditions stated by the agency.

Equal Opportunities:

HRUC is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from all people, irrespective of disability, race, gender, age, sexual orientation, transsexual or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, religion/faith or pregnancy and maternity leave.

Disclosure and Barring Service checks:

HRUC (Harrow, Richmond & Uxbridge Colleges) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. To ensure that we meet our safeguarding commitments we will carry out all necessary pre-employment checks, including undertaking an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check for all successful candidates.

Where references are taken up by the College, it is our policy not to disclose references to candidates.

Rehabilitation of Ex-Offenders:

Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge College (HRUC) is committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, employees, learners, and volunteers, including those with criminal records. We actively promote equality of opportunity and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including ex-offenders. Our approach is in line with all relevant and current safeguarding and equality legislation.

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Are you an exceptional organiser with a passion for delivering outstanding executive support? We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive PA to provide confidential, high-level administrative and executive support to the Principal. This pivotal role requires exceptional organisational skills, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator with strong attention to detail, capable of building effective relationships with colleagues, governors, external stakeholders, and visitors while ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the Principal's office.
Richmond upon Thames College is part of the Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge College Group (HRUC) and is one of London's most successful Further Education Colleges providing education and training to 16-19 year old's and adults from across Richmond, London and Surrey, for over 80 years. We have opened a new building in 2020 and a brand-new technology-focused STEM Centre in 2024.