Executive Assistant at Discovery Multi Academy Trust

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  Job Reference #
EDV/2026/DMAT/49071
  Location
Beechwood Primary Academy, Rockfield Avenue, Southway, Devon, PL6 6DX
  Contract Type
Permanent
  Contract Term
Full-Time
  Salary
£29,711.00 Annually (Actual)
FTE £33,699 per annum Grade F
  Closing Date
11:59pm, 26th Jan 2026
  Start Date
23-02-2026 or as soon as possible
  Positions Available
1
   Positions Available        1
  Interview Date(s)
TBC
   Interview Date(s)           TBC
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About this Role

We firmly believe that our Trust can only be as strong as the people who work within it. We therefore welcome applications from colleagues with previous experience of this role, as well as those who demonstrate the aptitude, ambition, and commitment to develop and succeed in this role. Appropriate training and ongoing support will be provided, tailored to your experience, to enable you to become confident and accomplished in this post.

We are a Trust at the beginning of an ambitious journey towards excellence. We are seeking a professional who will relish the opportunity to help move the Trust forward with enthusiasm, discretion, and dedication. Our local community and families deserve to be supported by excellent staff who take pride in working collaboratively as part of a committed and forward-thinking team.

The role encompasses three key areas:  Executive PA support to the CEO, Human Resources administration and governance support.  The successful applicant will have strong administrative experience, demonstrating accurate and effective communication skills, both written and verbal. You will have the ability to manage a varied workload with professionalism, discretion, and calm efficiency, even when priorities shift. Strong organisational skills, sound judgement, attention to detail, and the ability to work proactively as part of a team are essential.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual who is passionate about education and eager to make a meaningful contribution to the success of our Trust.

We encourage informal discussions about this post.  To book a Teams call, please contact Mrs Jodie Harris via HR@Discoverymat.co.uk.  Please apply by visiting MyNewTerm.  We may close this advert earlier than advertised if we find a suitable candidate before this date.

Discovery Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check, online searches and other pre-employment checks.


Contact Details

  Jodie Harris
  01752706361
  hr@discoverymat.co.uk


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