Personal Assistant to the Headteacher & SLT

Shorefields; Shoeburyness; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected independent school in Shoeburyness is seeking a skilled Personal Assistant to the Headteacher & SLT. This role requires exceptional organisational and communication skills to support the Senior Leadership Team. Successful candidates will have proven experience in a similar role, a high level of discretion, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. The position offers a full-time contract with a competitive salary and the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Opportunity to work closely with senior leaders

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Personal Assistant or in a similar senior administrative role.
• Experience of working in a school/education setting.
• High level of discretion and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the SLT.
• Prepare agendas, minutes, and reports for meetings.
• Act as a key liaison between the SLT and stakeholders.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

Personal Assistant to the Headteacher & SLT

Position Start Date: 01/06/2026 Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 06/03/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: Week beginning 16th March

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Personal Assistant to provide exceptional administrative and strategic support to our Senior Leadership Team (SLT). This is a pivotal role requiring discretion, professionalism, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the SLT, including diary management, meeting coordination, and correspondence.
• Prepare agendas, minutes, and reports for leadership and governance meetings.
• Act as a key liaison between the SLT and internal/external stakeholders.
• Manage confidential information with the utmost integrity.
• Support strategic projects and school events as required.

About You

• Proven experience as a Personal Assistant or in a similar senior administrative role.
• Experience of working in a school/education setting
• Exceptional organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• High level of discretion and professionalism.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and confidence with digital tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a respected independent school with a strong sense of community.
• Opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and contribute to strategic initiatives.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

For the job description and person specification please download the Job Information Pack.

To apply, please complete the online applicaton form on My New Termhttps://mynewterm.com/jobs/115402/EDV-2026-THS-64594

Closing date for applications 6th March 2026. We reserve the right to interview and appoint earlier than the stated closing date should there be a good response to the advert and therefore encourage early applications.

Thorpe Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which include References, Health, Right to Work in UK, enhanced DBS and a declaration that they are not a disqualified person under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009.

Information about the School

Thorpe Hall is a non-selective co-educational day school of 500 pupils from Nursery to Year 11. The school is situated on a generous site on the outskirts of Southend-on-Sea and has an excellent reputation as one of the leading independent schools in the area. More information about the school and the school’s prospectus can be found on our website: https://www.thorpehall.southend.sch.uk/

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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