Blenheim Schools
Stubbington, Hampshire
Join a community where relationships drive success Role: Heads Personal Assistant / HR Admin Hours: 25 Hours per Week Salary: 15,652 Per Annum Location: Meoncross School Contract: Term-Time plus 2 weeks / Part Time Start Date: August 2026 About the School - Meoncross A child's educational journey should be as unique as they are. We pride ourselves on our holistic approach whereby every child has the individual attention they need to thrive and succeed both in and out of the classroom. At Meoncross, every child is safe to say 'I can be the best possible ME'. We are very proud to be a through school for children aged 2.5 - 16 years, meaning we can welcome children into our school at any point in their educational journey. This could be at a natural key stage transition point such as starting 'big school' in Reception, Juniors in Year 3, or Upper School in Year 7, or anything in between Academic achievement is high, but so is our focus on wellbeing, as we know that happy children are high achieving children. We nurture our pupils and develop the characteristics and qualities we know they will need to build bright futures. About the Role To provide a comprehensive, confidential and proactive executive support service to the Head ensuring the smooth and efficient management of their daily activities and priorities. Acting as the Head's Personal Assistant, the postholder will manage an exceptionally busy and ever-changing schedule, coordinating diaries, correspondence, meetings, visitors and events while anticipating requirements and ensuring the Head is fully prepared for all commitments. The postholder will provide proactive and efficient support to the Head by managing multiple email inboxes, prioritising communications and ensuring enquiries are responded to or directed appropriately in a timely and professional manner. They will be responsible for maintaining the Single Central Register and coordinating all associated safeguarding and compliance documentation relating to visitors, volunteers, visiting speakers and third-party contractors, ensuring the school remains compliant with statutory requirements. In addition, working to support the Bursar, the postholder will provide confidential HR administrative support, assisting with recruitment administration, maintaining personnel records and supporting wider HR processes. The successful candidate will exercise sound judgement, demonstrate exceptional organisational skills and take a proactive approach to anticipating the Head's requirements. They will develop an in-depth understanding of the Head's priorities and working style, ensuring information, documentation and arrangements are prepared in advance and that the Head is in the right place, at the right time, with everything needed to carry out their role effectively. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive executive support to the Head, including diary management, meeting coordination, correspondence and inbox management. Act as the first point of contact for the Head, handling enquiries and building positive relationships with parents, staff, governors, visitors and external stakeholders. Prepare, proofread and coordinate documentation, reports, presentations, speeches and meeting papers. Organise and support school events led by the Head, including Speech Night, Open Mornings, Coffee Mornings, charity events and other key functions. Coordinate communications, meetings and activities for the Parents of Meoncross (POM) Association. Maintain the school's Single Central Register (SCR), ensuring safeguarding and safer recruitment compliance. Manage and monitor safeguarding, compliance and pre-employment documentation for staff, volunteers, governors, visitors, speakers and contractors. Support recruitment and HR administration, including interview coordination, onboarding, personnel records and compliance reporting. Assist with safeguarding audits and inspections by ensuring records are accurate, complete and readily available. Provide admissions administration support during periods of absence, including managing enquiries, arranging tours, maintaining records and supporting prospective families. Ensure all administrative processes are delivered efficiently, professionally and in accordance with GDPR, safeguarding requirements and school policies. Maintain confidentiality, professionalism and high standards of customer service at all times. About You Essential Skills & Experience Previous experience in an Executive Assistant, PA or senior administrative role supporting senior leaders. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. Excellent communication and customer service skills with a professional and approachable manner. Experience coordinating meetings, events and stakeholder communications. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams). Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and accuracy. Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and as part of a team. Desirable Experience within a school or educational setting. Knowledge of admissions, HR administration or recruitment processes. Experience maintaining compliance records, including the Single Central Register (SCR). Familiarity with iSAMS, SIMS or similar school management systems. Understanding of safeguarding and safer recruitment requirements. Personal Qualities Professional, organised and highly reliable. Adaptable and able to thrive in a busy environment. Positive, proactive and customer-focused. Committed to building strong relationships with pupils, parents, colleagues and visitors. Dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Benefits Lunch during term time School fee discount Shopping discounts Meoncross School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. 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.
Join a community where relationships drive success Role: Heads Personal Assistant / HR Admin Hours: 25 Hours per Week Salary: 15,652 Per Annum Location: Meoncross School Contract: Term-Time plus 2 weeks / Part Time Start Date: August 2026 About the School - Meoncross A child's educational journey should be as unique as they are. We pride ourselves on our holistic approach whereby every child has the individual attention they need to thrive and succeed both in and out of the classroom. At Meoncross, every child is safe to say 'I can be the best possible ME'. We are very proud to be a through school for children aged 2.5 - 16 years, meaning we can welcome children into our school at any point in their educational journey. This could be at a natural key stage transition point such as starting 'big school' in Reception, Juniors in Year 3, or Upper School in Year 7, or anything in between Academic achievement is high, but so is our focus on wellbeing, as we know that happy children are high achieving children. We nurture our pupils and develop the characteristics and qualities we know they will need to build bright futures. About the Role To provide a comprehensive, confidential and proactive executive support service to the Head ensuring the smooth and efficient management of their daily activities and priorities. Acting as the Head's Personal Assistant, the postholder will manage an exceptionally busy and ever-changing schedule, coordinating diaries, correspondence, meetings, visitors and events while anticipating requirements and ensuring the Head is fully prepared for all commitments. The postholder will provide proactive and efficient support to the Head by managing multiple email inboxes, prioritising communications and ensuring enquiries are responded to or directed appropriately in a timely and professional manner. They will be responsible for maintaining the Single Central Register and coordinating all associated safeguarding and compliance documentation relating to visitors, volunteers, visiting speakers and third-party contractors, ensuring the school remains compliant with statutory requirements. In addition, working to support the Bursar, the postholder will provide confidential HR administrative support, assisting with recruitment administration, maintaining personnel records and supporting wider HR processes. The successful candidate will exercise sound judgement, demonstrate exceptional organisational skills and take a proactive approach to anticipating the Head's requirements. They will develop an in-depth understanding of the Head's priorities and working style, ensuring information, documentation and arrangements are prepared in advance and that the Head is in the right place, at the right time, with everything needed to carry out their role effectively. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive executive support to the Head, including diary management, meeting coordination, correspondence and inbox management. Act as the first point of contact for the Head, handling enquiries and building positive relationships with parents, staff, governors, visitors and external stakeholders. Prepare, proofread and coordinate documentation, reports, presentations, speeches and meeting papers. Organise and support school events led by the Head, including Speech Night, Open Mornings, Coffee Mornings, charity events and other key functions. Coordinate communications, meetings and activities for the Parents of Meoncross (POM) Association. Maintain the school's Single Central Register (SCR), ensuring safeguarding and safer recruitment compliance. Manage and monitor safeguarding, compliance and pre-employment documentation for staff, volunteers, governors, visitors, speakers and contractors. Support recruitment and HR administration, including interview coordination, onboarding, personnel records and compliance reporting. Assist with safeguarding audits and inspections by ensuring records are accurate, complete and readily available. Provide admissions administration support during periods of absence, including managing enquiries, arranging tours, maintaining records and supporting prospective families. Ensure all administrative processes are delivered efficiently, professionally and in accordance with GDPR, safeguarding requirements and school policies. Maintain confidentiality, professionalism and high standards of customer service at all times. About You Essential Skills & Experience Previous experience in an Executive Assistant, PA or senior administrative role supporting senior leaders. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. Excellent communication and customer service skills with a professional and approachable manner. Experience coordinating meetings, events and stakeholder communications. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams). Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and accuracy. Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and as part of a team. Desirable Experience within a school or educational setting. Knowledge of admissions, HR administration or recruitment processes. Experience maintaining compliance records, including the Single Central Register (SCR). Familiarity with iSAMS, SIMS or similar school management systems. Understanding of safeguarding and safer recruitment requirements. Personal Qualities Professional, organised and highly reliable. Adaptable and able to thrive in a busy environment. Positive, proactive and customer-focused. Committed to building strong relationships with pupils, parents, colleagues and visitors. Dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Benefits Lunch during term time School fee discount Shopping discounts Meoncross School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. 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.
Office Angels
Slough, Berkshire
The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant to provide first-class support to senior leaders within a fast-paced and evolving business environment. This role requires exceptional organisational skills, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a proactive and professional approach. As a trusted partner to senior executives, you will play a key role in managing diaries, coordinating meetings, arranging travel, preparing business-critical documentation, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of executive activities. Key Responsibilities Executive Support Manage complex and frequently changing executive diaries, ensuring priorities are effectively balanced and protected. Coordinate meetings across multiple stakeholders, locations, and time zones. Support senior leaders with day-to-day administrative requirements and business priorities. Communication & Correspondence Monitor and manage inboxes where required. Draft and respond to communications on behalf of executives. Ensure urgent matters are appropriately escalated and addressed. Maintain absolute confidentiality when handling sensitive information. Meeting Management Organise internal and external meetings. Prepare agendas, presentations, reports, and supporting documentation. Take minutes and track actions to completion. Ensure executives are fully briefed and prepared for meetings and events. Travel & Logistics Arrange domestic and international travel, accommodation, and itineraries. Manage travel logistics and contingency planning. Process expenses and support the administration of executive budgets. Documentation & Presentations Produce high-quality reports, presentations, briefing papers, and business documents. Proofread and format materials to a professional standard. Support the preparation of leadership and board-level documentation. Stakeholder Management Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. Build and maintain strong working relationships across all levels of the organisation. Represent executives with professionalism and credibility. Events Support Coordinate internal meetings and events, including venue bookings, catering, travel arrangements, and supplier liaison. Support event planning and onsite delivery. Maintain event schedules, budgets, purchase orders, and related administration. Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to improve processes and administrative efficiency. Contribute to the development of best practices across the support function. Proactively anticipate challenges and implement solutions before issues arise. Skills & Experience Essential Experience Proven experience as an Executive Assistant supporting senior executives or leadership teams. Experience working within a fast-paced corporate environment. Demonstrable experience managing complex diaries and stakeholder relationships. Strong experience coordinating meetings, travel, and executive-level events. Technical Skills Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Teams, and SharePoint. Strong document preparation and presentation creation skills. Experience managing expenses, purchase orders, and administrative processes. Personal Attributes Exceptional organisational and prioritisation skills. High attention to detail and accuracy. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to influence and build relationships at all levels. Commercial awareness and business acumen. Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure. Absolute discretion when handling confidential information. Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused mindset. Qualifications GCSE level education or equivalent relevant experience. Additional business administration or executive support qualifications are advantageous. Key Relationships Internal Chief Executive Officer Chief Financial Officer Executive Leadership Team Executive Assistants Office Management and Administrative Teams Senior Leaders and Department Heads External Suppliers and Service Providers Travel and Accommodation Partners IT and Technology Vendors Event and Conference Providers Professional Service Organisations This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant looking to join a professional environment where they can make a significant impact through high-quality executive support and stakeholder management. Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant to provide first-class support to senior leaders within a fast-paced and evolving business environment. This role requires exceptional organisational skills, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a proactive and professional approach. As a trusted partner to senior executives, you will play a key role in managing diaries, coordinating meetings, arranging travel, preparing business-critical documentation, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of executive activities. Key Responsibilities Executive Support Manage complex and frequently changing executive diaries, ensuring priorities are effectively balanced and protected. Coordinate meetings across multiple stakeholders, locations, and time zones. Support senior leaders with day-to-day administrative requirements and business priorities. Communication & Correspondence Monitor and manage inboxes where required. Draft and respond to communications on behalf of executives. Ensure urgent matters are appropriately escalated and addressed. Maintain absolute confidentiality when handling sensitive information. Meeting Management Organise internal and external meetings. Prepare agendas, presentations, reports, and supporting documentation. Take minutes and track actions to completion. Ensure executives are fully briefed and prepared for meetings and events. Travel & Logistics Arrange domestic and international travel, accommodation, and itineraries. Manage travel logistics and contingency planning. Process expenses and support the administration of executive budgets. Documentation & Presentations Produce high-quality reports, presentations, briefing papers, and business documents. Proofread and format materials to a professional standard. Support the preparation of leadership and board-level documentation. Stakeholder Management Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. Build and maintain strong working relationships across all levels of the organisation. Represent executives with professionalism and credibility. Events Support Coordinate internal meetings and events, including venue bookings, catering, travel arrangements, and supplier liaison. Support event planning and onsite delivery. Maintain event schedules, budgets, purchase orders, and related administration. Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to improve processes and administrative efficiency. Contribute to the development of best practices across the support function. Proactively anticipate challenges and implement solutions before issues arise. Skills & Experience Essential Experience Proven experience as an Executive Assistant supporting senior executives or leadership teams. Experience working within a fast-paced corporate environment. Demonstrable experience managing complex diaries and stakeholder relationships. Strong experience coordinating meetings, travel, and executive-level events. Technical Skills Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Teams, and SharePoint. Strong document preparation and presentation creation skills. Experience managing expenses, purchase orders, and administrative processes. Personal Attributes Exceptional organisational and prioritisation skills. High attention to detail and accuracy. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to influence and build relationships at all levels. Commercial awareness and business acumen. Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure. Absolute discretion when handling confidential information. Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused mindset. Qualifications GCSE level education or equivalent relevant experience. Additional business administration or executive support qualifications are advantageous. Key Relationships Internal Chief Executive Officer Chief Financial Officer Executive Leadership Team Executive Assistants Office Management and Administrative Teams Senior Leaders and Department Heads External Suppliers and Service Providers Travel and Accommodation Partners IT and Technology Vendors Event and Conference Providers Professional Service Organisations This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant looking to join a professional environment where they can make a significant impact through high-quality executive support and stakeholder management. Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
