Strategic PA to Headteacher — School Leadership Support

Maidstone Grammar School for Girls; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Maidstone Grammar School for Girls is seeking a proactive Personal Assistant to the Headteacher to provide comprehensive and strategic administrative support across the school. The role includes managing student admissions, recruitment and school communications, ensuring safeguarding and policy compliance are upheld.

The post is full-time (37 hours/week) term-time plus 4 weeks, including two weeks in the summer term for results days.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in school administration or equivalent experience.
• Educated to at least Level 3 qualifications, e.g. A Level.
• GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade C/5 or above.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive and strategic administrative support to the Headteacher and wider School.
• Serve as first point of contact for parents, staff and external agencies with appropriate records kept.
• Support recruitment processes in line with KCSIE, including vetting checks and interview schedules.
• Maintain the School’s Single Central Record (SCR) and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
• Oversee admissions processes (Year 7, Sixth Form, in-year transfers) and co-ordinate events and communications.

Skills

Administrative and secretarial skills

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 qualifications (e.g. A Level)

GCSE English and Maths (Grade C or 5)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Maidstone Grammar School for Girls is seeking a proactive Personal Assistant to the Headteacher to provide comprehensive and strategic administrative support across the school. The role includes managing student admissions, recruitment and school communications, ensuring safeguarding and policy compliance are upheld.

The post is full-time (37 hours/week) term-time plus 4 weeks, including two weeks in the summer term for results days.