Personal Assistant to Principal – Manchester Enterprise Academy (MEA)
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Personal Assistant to Principal at Manchester Enterprise Academy (MEA). This is a permanent position, working 35 hours per week, term time only plus one additional week. The starting salary is £28,507, with a full-time equivalent of £33,143, Grade 6.
About the role
We are seeking a highly organised, proactive and professional individual to provide high-level administrative and organisational support to the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team. This role requires excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage a varied workload in a busy school environment.
The successful candidate will act as the primary Personal Assistant to the Headteacher, ensuring smooth coordination of diaries, meetings, governance administration, and school‑wide processes.
Qualifications and Experience
* Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Experience working in a busy administrative environment.
* Confidence in managing confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
* Excellent ICT skills, ideally including Office 365 and School MIS.
* Works well both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
* Committed to supporting the vision, ethos and values of the Trust.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and coordinate the Headteacher's diary, meetings and key events.
* Organise business travel, appointments and high-level meetings, including preparing and distributing documentation.
* Provide professional administrative support for meetings, including comprehensive minute‑taking.
* Maintain accurate and secure filing systems, including electronic policy records.
* Liaise with the Governing Body and coordinate meetings and associated documentation.
* Ensure statutory policies are reviewed, maintained and published in line with requirements.
* Support the organisation of school events such as Open Evenings and Induction Days.
Benefits
* High quality CPD for all roles.
* Bupa Level 1 Health Plan – annual cash back allowance for a range of everyday health care expenses.
* Generous Pension Contribution – over 26% for teachers and 15% for support staff.
* Good holidays – teachers as per School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document; non‑teachers receive 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years’ service.
* Cycle scheme – save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free.
* Employee Assistance Programme – including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines.
* Credit Union – regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans.
* Flexible working options – we’re happy to talk flexible working where possible.
* Mental Health First Aid in every school.
* Blue Light Card – discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more.
* bYond cashback card – spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases.
Equality Statement
Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.
Safeguarding Commitment
All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
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