The Role
Situated on the beautiful Moray Coast in the North of Scotland, Gordonstoun is widely recognised as the world leader in character education. We have a co-educational community of over 500 students aged from 4-18, who are predominantly full boarding and are drawn from over 40 Countries.
Summary of who we are looking for
Gordonstoun, a leader in character-based education, offers a rare opportunity to become the Head of Gordonstoun's Personal Assistant. This role is more than a job; it is a chance to be at the heart of the education community and to contribute to a varied and highly skilled administration team.
We are looking for an individual with excellent administration skills who is highly organised, efficient and a skilled communicator.
This role will include:
* Supporting the Head of Gordonstoun on a day-to-day basis and other members of the executive as required.
* Organising diary, travel, meetings including taking minutes, school events and functions.
* Representing the school to internal and external stakeholders and frequently being their first point of contact.
* Being familiar with the running of Reception and covering occasional shifts.
Gordonstoun is striving to build a team that is truly inclusive. We welcome applications from marginalised and under-represented groups.
This is a full-time role, Monday - Friday or 17.30 if on reception), 1 or 2 Saturday mornings during term time in accordance with the rota.
The closing date for this role is Midday Thursday 2 October 2025 with interviews scheduled to take place on Wednesday 8 October 2025.
About the School
Gordonstoun is one of the UK's top independent schools for boarding and day pupils aged 4 ½ to 18. Gordonstoun has been the world leader in character education for over 80 years and was the birthplace of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award.
At Gordonstoun, we believe that a broader curriculum broadens not only minds but opportunities too. It is a belief that's served both us and our students well for over 80 years and that has made Gordonstoun the world leader in character education. Our curriculum, which is unrivaled in breadth, helps every child to achieve their full potential.