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

Ecole Jeannine Manuel - UK; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An international educational institution in London seeks a highly organised Personal Assistant to the Head of School. The role demands exceptional multitasking and interpersonal skills, with responsibilities including administrative support, calendar management, and liaison with staff and stakeholders in both English and French. Candidates must be fluent in English, proficient in French, and possess strong organisational skills. The position offers various benefits, including professional development and private medical insurance.

Benefits

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

Cycle scheme

Qualifications

• Fluent in English (native) and good proficiency in French.
• Exceptional organisational and time management skills required.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities with accuracy.
• Hands-on attitude and willingness to support others.
• Computer literate and confident with office software.
• Warmth, professionalism, and discretion in communications.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Head of School.
• Manage a busy calendar and schedule meetings.
• Liaise with staff, students, and stakeholders in English and French.
• Handle sensitive information with professionalism.
• Anticipate needs and streamline processes.
• Act as a reliable point of contact for various inquiries.

Skills

Fluency in English

Proficiency in French

Organisational skills

Time management

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Job description

Jeannine Manuel School is seeking a highly organised and 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.

Overview

Jeannine Manuel School is seeking a Personal Assistant to the Head of School who will provide comprehensive administrative and organisational support, manage a busy calendar, and liaise with staff, students, families, and external stakeholders in English and French.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• Is fluent in English (native level) with good proficiency in written and spoken French.
• Demonstrates exceptional 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 always willing to go the extra mile to 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.

Benefits

• 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 covers 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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