PA to Executive Headteacher
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Bradford, West Yorkshire |
| Area | Bradford, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Early Years Foundation Stage - Nursery |
| Salary | £30783 - £32508 per annum |
| Start Date | To be confirmed |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | PR/PA_1772721113 |
| Job Views | 12 |
- Description
Personal Assistant to Senior Leadership - Education Sector
Veritas Education is working with a forward‑thinking educational setting seeking an experienced and highly professional Personal Assistant. This is a key role within the organisation, requiring an individual who can deliver outstanding administrative, organisational and strategic support at the highest level.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring school leaders are able to focus on driving strategic priorities and continuous improvement. You will be central to maintaining the smooth running of leadership operations by overseeing core administrative functions, managing high‑level communications, and supporting the effective organisation of key school business activities. The successful candidate should have experience of working within a school or educational setting.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Provide exceptional, high‑level professional support to the Executive Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team on a day‑to‑day basis
- Demonstrate confidence in managing complex issues, using strong problem‑solving skills and communicating effectively with staff at all levels
- Deliver a reliable, efficient and well‑organised administrative service across key school business operations
- Take ownership of diary management, resource coordination and workflow planning to ensure leadership functions run smoothly and efficiently
- Handle challenging enquiries, complaints and sensitive communications with professionalism, composure and a calm, solutions‑focused approach
- Work independently with strong organisational ability, showing initiative, discretion and a proactive mindset
- Support and uphold safeguarding practices, contributing to the promotion of a safe and secure environment for all students
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
- Experience
- School/Education experience is essential for this post.
