Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant – Burnley College

We are seeking an Executive Assistant to provide secretarial, personal assistance and support to members of the Principalship to enable them to carry out the strategic management of the College.

• Provide support to Central Administration for cross‑college events and work collaboratively with all team members.
• Coordinate and facilitate a range of projects for Senior Management Team members as directed by the Principalship.

• Good general education with demonstrable English language skills and computer qualifications such as ECDL, ITQ or equivalent.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• In‑depth, accurate IT skills are essential.

The salary for this post is up to £27,128.

Burnley College Sixth Form Centre provides first‑class Further Education, University Education, Apprenticeship, business training and adult learning programmes, located in the heart of Pennine Lancashire.

We celebrate the diversity of all our staff, students and visitors. We provide a safe and supportive environment in which everyone is able to study and work to the best of their abilities and are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all.

The College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share in this commitment. Employment is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service, and any post involving regulated activity will also be subject to an additional barred list check.

On‑site delivery.

The College does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and is unable to sponsor individuals for Skilled Worker Visas.

To apply for this position, please complete the application form using the following link:  If you experience any problems completing the form, please email

Applications will close at 5.00 pm on Thursday 29 January 2026.