PA to the Headteacher – Secondary School – Hackney

A large and well-established secondary school in Hackney is seeking a highly organised and discreet PA to the Headteacher to provide professional high-level executive support. This is a pivotal role within the school working closely with the Headteacher and senior leadership team to ensure the smooth and efficient running of daily operations.

The school serves a diverse inner-London community and has built a strong reputation for academic improvement structured leadership and a culture of high expectations. The PA role is central to maintaining that structure and professionalism.

The Role

As PA to the Headteacher you will act as the first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders ensuring that communication is managed efficiently and confidentially.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing the Headteachers complex diary and scheduling priorities
Preparing meeting agendas papers and detailed minutes
Handling sensitive correspondence with discretion
Coordinating SLT meetings and governance documentation
Supporting HR processes and compliance deadlines
Acting as liaison between the Headteacher governors and external agencies

You will be expected to anticipate needs manage competing priorities and maintain exceptional attention to detail.

The School Environment

This Hackney secondary school operates with clear systems strong safeguarding procedures and structured leadership. The administrative team is established and collaborative with defined roles and responsibilities.

The school benefits from:

Modern MIS and communication systems
A strong governance structure
A professional and well-resourced office environment
Clear operational procedures

The PA works closely with the School Business Manager and Office Manager to ensure seamless coordination.

Who Were Looking For

The successful candidate will:

Have previous experience as a PA or senior administrator
Demonstrate excellent organisational and time-management skills
Be confident drafting professional correspondence
Show high levels of discretion and confidentiality
Be calm under pressure and able to prioritise effectively
Have strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and school MIS systems

Experience within a school or public sector setting is highly desirable.

Whats On Offer

A senior and trusted role within a respected London secondary school
Competitive inner-London salary
Clear leadership structure and supportive SLT
Opportunities for professional development
A busy purposeful and well-managed working environment

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator seeking a high-impact senior support role within a Hackney secondary school that values professionalism and efficiency.