Personal Assistant to the Principal ( Head's PA )

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Personal Assistant to support the Principal in a busy and dynamic school environment. This is a pivotal role requiring excellent administrative skills, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

About the role

As Personal Assistant to the Principal, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the Principal’s office. You will be responsible for managing a complex diary, coordinating meetings, and acting as a key point of contact within the school.

The role is due to commence from 27th April , with a handover period available from the week commencing 20th April .

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the Principal’s diary and inbox
• Preparing documentation and papers for meetings
• Taking minutes during weekly SLT meetings (until 5:15pm on Wednesdays)
• Liaising with staff, students, and external stakeholders
• Drafting and typing correspondence
• Providing general administrative and organisational support

Working hours are 8:00am – 4:00pm , with a later finish of 5:15pm on Wednesdays .

About the school

This is a welcoming and supportive school with a strong leadership team and a commitment to excellence in education. The school prides itself on fostering a positive working environment where staff are valued and supported in their roles.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Personal Assistant to the Principal ( Head's PA ) you will:

• Proven experience working as a Personal Assistant (essential)
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
• Experience using SIMS (desirable but not essential)
• A proactive and flexible approach to work
• Confidence working in a fast-paced school environment

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Previous experience working as a Personal Assistant or in a similar administrative role
• Experience working within an educational setting is desirable

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Sam Tinker on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected] .