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Reed Education is working with a highly respected specialist education organisation to recruit an experienced Personal Assistant to the Executive Headteacher.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly organised and proactive professional to join a supportive leadership team and play a key role in the day-to-day running of a multi-site educational setting supporting children and young people aged 3-19 with complex learning needs.
Based primarily in Exeter, with occasional travel to other sites, this role sits at the heart of the organisation and offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact.
The Role
Working closely with the Executive Headteacher, you will provide high-level executive, administrative and operational support, ensuring key priorities, projects and compliance requirements are managed efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
*Managing diaries, correspondence and meeting schedules.
*Preparing agendas, reports, presentations and briefing papers.
*Attending meetings, taking minutes and tracking actions.
*Acting as the first point of contact for senior stakeholders and visitors.
*Supporting governance, policy management and compliance activities.
*Managing and improving administrative systems and processes.
*Line managing and supporting administrative and reception staff.
*Coordinating communications, including newsletters, website content and social media.
*Acting as Data Protection Link Officer and supporting GDPR compliance.
*Coordinating Freedom of Information and Subject Access Requests.
*Supporting events, projects and wider organisational initiatives.
About You
We are looking for a polished and adaptable professional who can manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and confidentiality.
You will have:
*Previous experience in a senior PA, Executive Assistant or high-level administrative role.
*Experience supervising or managing staff.
*Excellent organisational and time management skills.
*Strong written and verbal communication skills.
*The ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
*Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
*Knowledge of GDPR and information governance.
Desirable experience includes working within education, supporting senior leaders and knowledge of systems such as BromCom or SIMS.
Salary & Benefits
Salary: £32,168.94 per annum
Benefits include:
*Local Government Pension Scheme.
*Comprehensive wellbeing support including counselling, physiotherapy, 24/7 GP access, financial wellbeing support, menopause services and surgical assistance.
*Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
*A supportive and collaborative working environment.
Key Information
Location: Exeter, with travel to other sites as required
Hours: 37 hours per week, 40 weeks per year
Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 30th November 2026
Safeguarding
This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment.
The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and all relevant pre-employment safeguarding checks.
Applicants must be able to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
Apply today through Reed Education.