Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant – Secondary School & Sixth Form – Hackney

GSL Education London Branch is seeking a highly organised and experienced Executive Assistant to join a welcoming coeducational secondary school and sixth form in Hackney. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional Executive Assistant who thrives in a busy educational environment and enjoys supporting senior leaders to ensure the smooth running of school operations.

As an Executive Assistant
, you will play a key role in providing high-level administrative and organisational support to the Principal, Senior Vice Principal, Executive Team, Trust representatives, and Governors. The successful Executive Assistant will be proactive, professional, and able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality at all times.

This rewarding Executive Assistant position offers the chance to become an integral part of a dedicated school community where your expertise and efficiency will make a real difference. If you are an experienced Executive Assistant looking for a long-term opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Principal, Senior Vice Principal, Executive Team, Trust, and Governors.
• Manage complex diaries, appointments, schedules, and travel arrangements where required.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and follow up on action points.
• Handle executive correspondence, communications, and documentation efficiently.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders in a professional manner.
• Support the planning and delivery of key school projects and initiatives.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and confidential documents as required.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure effective document management systems.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Assist with governance administration and support Governor meetings.

• Previous experience working as an Executive Assistant or in a similar senior administrative role.
• Experience supporting senior leadership teams, including Principal, Senior Vice Principal, wider Executive Team, Trust, and Governors.
• Proven ability to manage complex diaries, schedules, and executive communications.
• Experience coordinating high-level meetings, projects, and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and other administrative systems.
• A professional, proactive, and flexible approach to work.

• Opportunity to work in a supportive and forward-thinking secondary school and sixth form.
• Long-term role with the potential to make a significant impact.
• Collaborative and welcoming working environment.
• Convenient Hackney location with excellent transport links.
• Competitive daily rate.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.