Executive PA to the Headteacher - Large Secondary School...

A well-established and high-performing secondary school in Birmingham is seeking a professional and highly capable Executive PA to the Headteacher . This is a pivotal position within the school, providing direct support to the Head and Senior Leadership Team while ensuring smooth governance and strategic administration.

The school serves a large and diverse community and has built a reputation for strong leadership, academic consistency and clear operational systems. The Executive PA plays a central role in maintaining that structure.

The Role

As Executive PA, you will provide confidential, high-level administrative support to the Headteacher and act as a key liaison between leadership, governors, staff and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the Headteacher’s diary, meetings and correspondence
• Preparing agendas, reports and briefing documents
• Taking accurate minutes for Senior Leadership and Governing Body meetings
• Coordinating statutory documentation and compliance records
• Handling sensitive information with discretion
• Supporting whole-school events and inspection preparation

You will be trusted with confidential matters and will be expected to operate with professionalism, efficiency and initiative.

The School

This Birmingham secondary school operates with clear systems and strong strategic leadership. Behaviour expectations are embedded and staff collaboration is well established. Administrative staff are valued as integral members of the school community.

The school offers:

• A stable and well-led environment
• Modern office systems and established procedures
• Strong safeguarding and compliance structures
• Opportunities for professional development

The Senior Leadership Team is approachable and values proactive support and strong organisational skills.

Who We’re Looking For

The successful candidate will:

• Have previous experience as a PA, Executive Assistant or senior administrator
• Demonstrate exceptional organisational and time-management skills
• Be confident preparing formal documentation and minutes
• Communicate professionally with governors and senior leaders
• Remain calm and discreet under pressure

Experience within a school or educational setting would be advantageous, though strong administrative leadership experience is essential.

Why Join?

• Senior administrative role within a respected secondary school
• Close collaboration with strategic leadership
• Professional and structured working environment
• Clear processes and manageable workload
• Competitive salary and development opportunities

If you are an experienced and professional PA ready to support senior leadership in a busy Birmingham secondary school, this is an excellent opportunity.