Personal Assistant to the Headteacher

Step Teachers; Enfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Step Teachers is seeking a highly organised and proactive Personal Assistant (PA) to support the Headteacher of a secondary school in Enfield. This full-time role includes administrative duties such as managing the Headteacher's diary and liaising with staff and stakeholders. Ideal candidates must have school-based experience and strong organisational skills. The package includes access to exclusive deals and health services to support overall wellness.

Benefits

Exclusive deals on shopping, travel, and gym memberships

Comprehensive well-being services

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in a school setting (essential).
• Previous experience in a PA, Office Manager, or Senior Administrator role.
• Ability to manage confidential information discreetly.

Responsibilities

• Providing professional and confidential administrative support to the Headteacher.
• Managing the Headteacher’s diary and scheduling appointments.
• Preparing reports, agendas, and minutes for meetings.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

School MIS systems

Job description

School-Based Experience Essential Immediate Start Available

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Personal Assistant (PA) to support the Headteacher of a thriving secondary school in Enfield. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced school administrator to assume a pivotal role in a fast-paced, high-traffic environment.

Role Details:

• Job Title: PA to the Headteacher
• Location: Enfield, North London
• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract Type: Full-time, long-term
• Salary: Competitive – dependent on experience

Responsibilities Include:

• Providing professional and confidential administrative support to the Headteacher
• Managing the Headteacher’s diary, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings
• Handling sensitive correspondence and communications
• Preparing reports, agendas, and minutes for meetings
• Liaising with staff, parents, governors, and external stakeholders on behalf of the Headteacher
• Supporting wider school administrative tasks as needed

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Proven experience working in a school setting (this is essential – applications without school-based experience will not be considered)
• Previous experience in a PA, Office Manager, or Senior Administrator role
• Exceptional organisation, communication, and time-management skills
• The ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Confidence using school MIS systems and Microsoft Office packages
• A positive attitude and the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, and Devon. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC(Recruitment & Employment Confederation)standards for safeguarding children.Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

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