PA to Headteacher

Job Title: Personal Assistant to the Headteacher
Location: Camden, London
Contract: Temporary (with a view to becoming permanent)
Start Date: ASAP/September
About the Role: We are looking for a highly organised and experienced Personal Assistant (PA) to the Headteacher to join our welcoming school in Camden. This is a vital role, providing high-level administrative and organisational support to the Headteacher, ensuring the smooth running of their daily schedule and school leadership operations.
Key Responsibilities:

• Managing the Headteacher's diary, meetings, and correspondence
• Acting as the first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders
• Preparing reports, documents, and presentations as required
• Supporting governance and leadership meetings, including minute-taking
• Handling confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Using the school's Management Information System (MIS) to support administrative tasks

Essential Requirements:

• Proven experience as a PA or Executive Assistant, ideally within a school or educational setting
• Strong working knowledge of school MIS systems (e.g., SIMS, Arbor, or similar)
• Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain one)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of discretion, efficiency, and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

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