Personal Assistant to Headteacher

Westfield School; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Westfield School in England is seeking a highly organised Personal Assistant to support the Headteacher and leadership team in a busy secondary school. You will manage a complex diary, coordinate communications, and provide essential administrative and secretarial assistance to the leadership group.

The role requires a professional approach, with strong safeguarding awareness and strict confidentiality. GCSE Maths and English at grade 4 or above (or equivalent) will be evidenced, ensuring

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior school admin or PA duties.
• Strong diary and communications management.
• Commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Manage Headteacher's complex diary and schedule.
• Coordinate communications with staff, parents, governors and external agencies.
• Provide admin and secretarial support to the leadership team.
• Uphold safeguarding and confidentiality in daily operations.

Skills

Diary management

Administrative skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

GCSE Maths and English (4+)

Job description

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Personal Assistant (PA) to support the Headteacher and leadership team at Westfield School. The role includes providing exceptional administrative and secretarial support within our vibrant secondary school. In this pivotal role, you will act as the primary point of contact for the Headteacher, managing a complex diary, coordinating key communications, and liaising professionally with staff, parents, governors, and external agencies. The successful candidate will possess outstanding organisational skills, a calm demeanour under pressure, and a deep understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality within a busy educational environment. You will also act as the point of contact for the school LGB, liaising with governors and trustees as required.

If you are a forward-thinking professional dedicated to supporting secondary education excellence and maintaining the smooth daily operations of our school leadership team, we welcome your application.

This role requires candidates to have GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4 or above (or equivalent). The successful candidate will be expected to provide evidence of their GCSE certificates.