PA to Headteacher​/School Administrator

PA to the Headteacher / School Administrator

Earlham Primary School

“The heartbeat of our school office – supporting leadership, families and community with professionalism and warmth.”

Position: PA to the Headteacher / School Administrator
Responsible to: Headteacher / School Administration Manager
Scale: S01 (£36,196 – £37,161)
Contract: Permanent/Full Time
Hours: 36 hours per week – Term time only
Start Date: 2nd September 2026

We are seeking to recruit an organised, proactive and highly professional PA to the Headteacher/ School Administrator to play a pivotal role in the smooth running of our school. This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional administrator who thrives in a busy environment, enjoys working with people, and is committed to supporting the work of a vibrant primary school community.

The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for many parents/carers, staff, governors and visitors, offering a warm welcome and high-quality support. You will provide confidential PA support to the Headteacher while also being an integral part of the wider administration team.

• Exceptional organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication with clarity, professionalism and sensitivity.
• Ability to work independently and prioritise a demanding workload with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Excellent IT skills.
• Calm, courteous and efficient in a busy, varied school environment.
• Commitment to the highest standards of safeguarding and service.

• Friendly, supportive staff team.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• A varied and rewarding role at the heart of the school.
• A working environment that values integrity, professionalism and service to the school community.

Closing Date: Friday 10th July 2026 (9am)

The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post, will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Safeguarding checks will be undertaken during the recruitment process. Please note that this may include online searches. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we would recommend that you submit your application as early as possible.