Personal Assistant to the Headteacher at The Excelsior Academy

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  Job Reference #
EDV/2026/EA/16067
  Location
Shacklewell Lane, Hackney, London, Greater London, E8 2EY
  Contract Type
Permanent
  Contract Term
Full-Time
  Salary
£37,381.00 Annually (FTE)
  Closing Date
Midday, Thu 2nd Jul, 2026
  Start Date
1 September 2026
  Positions Available
1
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About this Role

Personal Assistant to the Headteacher

Location: The Excelsior Academy
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Plus 2 Weeks
Salary: SO1 Scale

The Excelsior Academy is seeking an organised, proactive and professional Personal Assistant to provide confidential administrative support to the Headteacher.

This is a key role within the school, requiring excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills. The successful candidate will manage the Headteacher’s diary and correspondence, coordinate meetings and governance administration, prepare agendas and minutes, liaise with parents and external agencies, and support admissions and wider school administration.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Has excellent organisational and administrative skills

  • Can manage competing priorities and work under pressure

  • Maintains confidentiality and professionalism at all times

  • Has strong IT skills, including Google Drive and Microsoft Office

  • Can communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders

  • Is approachable, reliable and able to work independently

Experience in a school environment and knowledge of Arbor would be desirable.

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to interview and appoint in advance of the closing date.

The Excelsior Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

For further information and application details, please contact The Excelsior Academy.


Contact Details

  HR Admin
  02072751500
  hradmin@excelsiorcst.org

The Excelsior Academy would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

  1. What skills and experience will you bring to this role?
  2. Why do you want to work for Community Schools Trust? (Show us you have researched our values and approaches. Maximum 300 words)

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