Personal Assistant

Venn Group is delighted to be recruiting for a Headteacher’s Personal Assistant to join a prestigious independent school on a temporary basis.

This is a unique opportunity to provide high-level administrative and secretarial support to the Headteacher, ensuring the smooth running of the school office and related functions. The successful candidate will play a key role in diary management, admissions, recruitment, and operational liaison across departments.

Please note - an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is essential for this position.

• Act as the first point of contact for the Headteacher and school, managing calls, visitors, and correspondence
• Provide comprehensive administrative support, including diary management and termly calendar preparation
• Oversee admissions processes, maintain statutory registers, and liaise with parents
• Coordinate with internal teams and external providers for events, catering, and facilities
• Manage office systems, records, and petty cash, ensuring compliance with safeguarding and school policies

• Proven experience in a high-level administrative role within a sensitive, busy environment
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and database systems
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, able to build relationships across diverse stakeholders
• Flexible approach, with willingness to support occasional evening or weekend events

Agency reference number: J92728

Location: Central London

Duration: 3 month temporary contract, subject to further extension

Pay rate: £17 - £19 per hour

Working hours: Full-time

Working pattern: On-site working

This vacancy will be actively shortlisted so early applications are encouraged to avoid missing out.

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.