PA to Head

Permanent Full-time September 2026 start date

Cognita and Alleyns Schools Group Partnership:
Cognita has formed a partnership with the Alleyns Schools Group to establish two leading independent day schools in north London. This pioneering collaboration brings together one of the worlds most influential education groups Cognita which educates over 100000 students across 21 countries and Alleyns south Londons finest co-educational day school and Co-educational School of the Year 2025.

As part of this partnership North Bridge House Regents Park Prep and North Bridge House Hampstead are becoming Alleyns schools. Alleyns Regents Park successfully transitioned this September welcoming pupils aged 3-11. Alleyns Hampstead will follow in September 2026 offering an exceptional education for pupils aged 2-18 and bringing the distinctive Alleyns ethos of academic excellence creativity and care to north London.

Alleyns Hampstead now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced PA to Head to join our fantastic team.

About the Role:
As Personal Assistant to the Head of Alleyns Hampstead you will provide high-level confidential administrative and organisational support at the heart of the school. You will manage a complex diary coordinate meetings and events and ensure all correspondence documentation and presentations are prepared to a high standard. From taking accurate minutes at key meetings to organising school events and hospitality you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the Heads office. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team and a wide range of stakeholders you will help maintain clear communication strong relationships and a professional welcoming environment across the school community.

To view our detailed candidate pack click here.

Who We Are Looking For:
You will be a highly organised and proactive professional with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will be confident managing competing priorities meeting deadlines and handling sensitive information with discretion. With strong IT skills and proven experience in administrative support you will bring accuracy attention to detail and the ability to remain calm under pressure. You will build positive relationships with colleagues parents and pupils demonstrating professionalism tact and a commitment to high standards of customer care.

Benefits at Cognita:
* Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
* Enrolment in our company pension scheme
* Free lunch provided during Term Time
* School holidays and public holidays
* School fee discount
* Exclusive third-party discounts
* Ongoing professional development

How to Apply:
Complete this application before the closing date: Sunday 12th July 2026.

Cognita Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available on the school website. Details on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is included within the Application Guidance.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

Early applications are encouraged we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.