Personal Assistant to Headmistress

Rowan Preparatory School; Claygate; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

34 days' annual leave

Job summary

Rowan Preparatory School is seeking an organised Personal Assistant to support the Headmistress and oversee day-to-day school operations. The role requires excellent communication, attention to detail and high IT literacy to manage multiple priorities.

This full-time, 37.5-hour-per-week position offers 34 days of annual leave and the opportunity to work within a supportive education network as part of United Learning.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Personal Assistant is essential.
• Experience within the education sector would be advantageous.
• Strong IT literacy and excellent organisational skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert support to the Headmistress and manage day-to-day school operations.
• Coordinate calendars, correspondence and input from stakeholders with discretion.
• Foster positive relationships with staff, parents and external partners.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

IT literate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you an organised, proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? We are seeking an outstanding Personal Assistant to provide expert support to the Headmistress and play a pivotal role in the day-to-day operation of the school.

This exciting and varied role requires exceptional organisational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. The successful candidate will be a confident communicator, highly IT literate, and able to manage competing priorities with discretion and efficiency. Previous experience as a Personal Assistant is essential, and experience within the education sector would be advantageous.

As part of United Learning, one of the UK's leading educational groups, the successful candidate will benefit from being part of a wider network of professionals. This provides valuable opportunities for collaboration, professional development, networking and the sharing of best practice, enabling colleagues to grow and succeed within a supportive and ambitious organisation.

This is a full-time position (52 weeks), working 37.5 hours per week. The role benefits from 34 days' annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays.