Interim Executive Assistant / Personal Assistant to the Headteacher

Location: Hammersmith, West London Contract: Interim – Immediate Start Working Pattern: Full-time, onsite (Monday to Friday) Salary: £50000 - £60000 ENHANCED DBS ESSENTIAL

The Opportunity

We are seeking an exceptional and highly experienced Executive Assistant / Personal Assistant to provide interim support to the Headteacher of a prestigious London-based school. This is a pivotal and highly visible role, requiring a confident professional who can operate effectively from day one within a fast-paced, demanding and high-profile educational environment. The successful candidate will act as a trusted right hand to the Headteacher, ensuring the smooth and efficient management of their day-to-day activities while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, discretion and organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Complex and proactive diary management, including scheduling, prioritisation and coordination of meetings and events.
• Comprehensive inbox management, drafting correspondence and responding on behalf of the Headteacher where appropriate.
• Acting as a key point of contact for senior staff, governors, parents, donors and external stakeholders.
• Preparing agendas, reports, presentations and briefing documents.
• Attending meetings and producing accurate, concise and professional minutes and action logs.
• Managing confidential and sensitive information with absolute discretion.
• Coordinating internal and external communications on behalf of the Headteacher.
• Anticipating requirements, resolving issues proactively and ensuring priorities are effectively managed.
• Supporting the planning and administration of school events, meetings and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the school to ensure the smooth operation of the Headteacher's office.

Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will have:

• Significant experience supporting a CEO, Headteacher, Principal, Senior Partner or other executive-level leader.
• A proven track record within a senior Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant role.
• Exceptional organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong experience in formal minute-taking and meeting administration.
• Excellent judgement, professionalism and discretion.
• The confidence and credibility to interact with senior stakeholders at all levels.
• The ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure while managing competing priorities.
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to anticipate needs rather than simply respond to requests.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office; experience with Google Workspace would be advantageous.

Additional Information

• This is a fully onsite role based in Hammersmith, West London with no home-working option.
• Flexibility with working hours would be beneficial to accommodate the needs of the Headteacher and the school.
• Candidates with a reasonable and reliable commute to West London will be particularly welcomed.

Why Apply?

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant to join a respected and successful school, providing direct support to the Headteacher in a role that is both challenging and rewarding. You will play a key part in ensuring the efficient operation of the Headteacher's office and will be trusted to work with a high degree of autonomy and responsibility.