Personal Assistant to the Head of School (Bilingual English/French)

JEANNINE MANUEL SCHOOL; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An international school in London is seeking a highly organized and proactive Personal Assistant to the Head of School. This pivotal role requires exceptional multitasking, strong interpersonal skills, and commitment to the school’s mission. The ideal candidate will be fluent in English and proficient in French, with excellent organizational abilities. The position includes comprehensive administrative support and offers a generous benefits package including medical insurance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Access to professional development opportunities

Private Medical Insurance (80% covered)

Generous pension schemes

Free Income Protection and Life Cover

Travel Card Loan

Gym Membership (80% covered)

Tech Scheme and Cycle Scheme

Qualifications

• Must have exceptional multitasking abilities.
• Must show warmth and professionalism in communications.
• Must demonstrate a can-do attitude and willingness to support colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and organisational support to the Head of School.
• Manage a busy calendar and schedule meetings with precision.
• Liaise confidently with staff, students, and external stakeholders.

Skills

Fluent in English (native level)

Proficiency in French (written and spoken)

Exceptional organisational skills

Time management

Computer literate

Tools

Office and scheduling software

Job description

Jeannine Manuel School is seeking a highlyorganised &proactive Personal Assistant to the Head of School.

This is a pivotal role within a dynamic and fast-paced international school community, requiring exceptional multitasking abilities, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to contributing positively to the school’s mission.

About the Role

As Personal Assistant to the Head of School, you will:

• Provide comprehensive administrative and organisational support to the Head of School.
• Proactively manage a busy calendar, scheduling meetings, appointments, and school events with precision.
• Liaise confidently with staff, students, families, and external stakeholders in both English and French.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Anticipate needs, streamline processes, and ensure efficient day-to-day operations.
• Be a reliable point of contact, always ready to assist and problem-solve as challenges arise.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is fluent in English (native level) with good proficiency in written and spoken French.
• Demonstratesexceptional organisational and time management skills.
• Can juggle multiple priorities with accuracy, and remain calm under pressure.
• Has a hands-on, can-do attitude and is alwayswilling to go the extra mileto support colleagues and students.
• Is computer literate and confident using office and scheduling software.
• Shows warmth, professionalism, and discretion in all communications.
• Has a genuine interest in and enthusiasm for working in an educational setting.

About Jeannine Manuel School

Founded in 2015, Jeannine Manuel School is the sister school of the esteemed École Jeannine Manuel in Paris, the largest independent school in France. Our school community is diverse, bilingual, and driven by a shared mission: to develop open-minded, bilingual, and compassionate thinkers who will thrive in a multicultural world.

In addition to competitive salaries and pay progression, Ecole Jeannine Manuel UK offers a generous benefits package which includes:

• Access to extensive professional development opportunities
• Access to a Private Medical Insurance (80% cost cover by the School)
• Generous pension schemes
• Free Income Protection and Life Cover
• Travel Card Loan
• Access to Gym Membership (the School cover 80% of the Gym Membership - at the local YMCA)
• Tech Scheme and Cycle Scheme

Bursaries are available for the children of teachers employed by the School.

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