Executive Assistant
Job description
Saints Peter and Paul Catholic High School – a vibrant and successful school committed to excellence in education and the holistic development of every student – is seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the Senior Leadership Team and Governors.
Key Responsibilities
Providing a comprehensive, confidential secretarial service to the Executive Headteacher, Head of School and Chair of Governors to maximise the effective use of their time, including diary management, mail handling, filing, conference/meeting arrangements, photocopying and word processing.Preparing high-quality briefings, agendas, reports and presentations to support leadership meetings and strategic work, including using ICT.Systematically following up actions and commitments detailed during meetings led or convened by the Executive Headteacher and Head of School.Dealing with complex, confidential and sensitive queries and emotive issues face-to-face, on the telephone and in writing.Leading communications, both internally and externally, using social media where required.Line managing the Systems Coordinator to maintain electronic communication systems, including the website.Deputising for the Clerk to the Governors, providing duties including taking minutes at meetings, typing agendas and ensuring all documentation is correct and distributed within the correct timescales.Supporting the effective planning and implementation of key school events through proactive planning and a systematic approach.Creating, monitoring and maintaining records, using both manual and computerised systems, to enable accurate information to be recorded and statistics to be collated.
Skills and Experience
GCSE English and Maths at or above the equivalent of grade 4 (C), as well as proven numeracy and literacy skills.Experience providing a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant or comparable role.Excellent written and verbal communication skills and outstanding organisational skills.High levels of discretion, integrity and professionalism.The ability to self-motivate, use initiative and lead proactively.Highly trustworthy and solutions-focused.The ability to manage social media platforms, responding to live situations promptly and responding effectively.An unceasingly optimistic approach and a sense of humour.Experience working in an educational environment (desirable).Experience of governance systems (desirable).
Benefits
A welcoming, supportive and values-driven school community.Opportunities for professional development.The chance to make a real impact on the day-to-day success of the school.Staff room with free tea and coffee.Free on-site parking and a cycle-to-work schemeLocal government pension.Half-Term Hero staff recognition award.Access to occupational health services and a staff health check programme.Partnerships with local sports clubs, lifestyle businesses, and hair and beauty salons.Access to running track and gym facilities.Staff social events.
Salary: HBC 6, £32,061 – £34,434 (pay award pending).
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week.
Closing date: 9.00am on 7 September 2026.