Personal Assistant to the Head

Oundle School; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Peterborough is seeking an experienced Personal Assistant to support the Head. This full-time role requires managing the Head's diary, facilitating communication, and building relationships with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will demonstrate flexibility and a professional demeanor in all interactions, contributing to the school's commitment to high standards in education. Competitive remuneration and a supportive work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role supporting senior management.
• Ability to demonstrate a warm and supportive interaction style.
• Preparedness for flexible working hours and demands.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first line of contact for the Head.
• Manage the Head's diary and organize timely appointments.
• Forge effective working relationships with staff and students.

Skills

Diary management

Communication skills

Flexibility

Professional approach

Job description

Oundle School is seeking an experienced Personal Assistant, to work closely with and provide a high level of professional support to, the Head.

The Role

The Personal Assistant to the Head will act as the first line of contact for the Head, their diary management and supporting their timely organisation and decision-making in conjunction with senior leaders and as appropriate.

A pivotal role with parents, visitors, pupils and staff, the incumbent will demonstrate a warm and supportive style, coupled with an appropriate professional approach when interacting with all.

The Personal Assistant to the Head should be prepared to be flexible in their approach and relish the opportunity to forge the effective working relationships required to deliver the requirements of this demanding role.

Hours: The normal hours of work are, an average of 40 hours per week, however flexibility to meet the requirements of the role will necessitate out of normal working hours support, as required, in this full-time position.

Further information of this exciting opportunity can be found in the accompanying job information pack.

The School

Oundle and Laxton Junior Schools have long been associated with the very best of modern independent education, especially boarding. The Schools take seriously their responsibility to pupils so that they can emerge as decent, open-minded adults; ambitious about what they can go on to achieve and contribute. Over 1400 pupils are on roll at the School, of whom 840 are full boarders. Academic results are steadfastly excellent.

A team of around 800 staff, both academic and support, ensure an education of the highest standard is in place across the Schools with the efforts of the whole team focused on this fundamental aim.

Living in Oundle

We are fortunate in our location at the heart of a beautiful market town. School and town are part of the same community and our pupils take their place within this community, not isolated from it. The town has a spirited cultural life, with an annual international festival, literature festival, and frequent performances of nationally touring shows at the School’s Stahl Theatre.

To apply

If you are excited by this opportunity, please complete and return an application form and supplement to the application before the closing date.

Full details of the role, including hours of work and salary, can be found in the 'Application Pack and Job Description' below.

Please note CV submissions cannot be accepted.

Application closing date: 9am on Saturday 31 January 2026.

Interviews will take place week commencing 2 February 2026.

Application Pack and Job Description

Application Form

Supplement to the Application Form

Oundle School and Laxton Junior School are proud to be equal opportunity employers and we welcome applications from all. We aim to ensure that all applicants are provided with the same opportunities during the recruitment process, and we endeavour to comply with the duties placed upon us to make reasonable adjustments as prescribed by the Equality Act 2010. Should you need to request a particular adjustment to enable you to participate fully in the recruitment process, please ensure that this is made known, to the HR Department.

Both Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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