Job Ref No. ECC0-173S
Position Type: Administration
Pay Range: Competitive
Position Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-time
Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 25/01/2026 Midday
Date of Interviews: w/c 2nd February 2026
Role Overview
Brentwood School is seeking to appoint a PA to the Head of the Prep School.
The role of PA is essential in supporting the Head of the Prep School’s capacity to lead and manage the Prep School. The PA is responsible for acting as the first line of contact for the Head and therefore represents the Prep School on a daily basis to an audience that includes parents, governors, other Headteachers and all staff.
Responsibilities
Act as the first line of contact for the Head of the Prep School, representing the school to parents, governors, other Headteachers and staff.
Support the Head in managing the daily operations of the Prep School.
Assist in coordinating communication and scheduling with staff and external stakeholders.
Benefits
Competitive salary
Optional subsidised private health care
Free School lunches during term time
Employee Support Programme
Cashplan scheme with discounts for hundreds of high street and online brands
Cycle to Work Scheme
Free Brentwood School Sports Centre membership
Free on-site parking
Warm working environment, stunning school grounds and positive culture
The excellent attitude and behaviour of the pupils
Small class sizes
Outstanding resources
Free tickets to all of our regular high-quality concerts, musical, shows, recitals and other entertainment held at School (Not a contractual benefit)
Application Process
To apply for this position, please complete the School application form and return it, along with a covering letter and CV, by email to recruitment@brentwood.essex.sch.uk before the closing date indicated. The School reserves the right to change these dates, and to close the vacancy at any time.
Information about the School
Brentwood School is one of the UK's leading independent day and boarding schools for boys and girls aged 3 to 18 with a history spanning almost 500 years. We are an academically selective HMC co‑educational independent school with small class sizes and a happy, ambitious and supportive staff team. Along with 12 other schools in the country, we follow the 'Diamond Model' whereby girls and boys are taught together up to age 11, separately from 11 to 16 and together again in the Sixth Form. Set within a 75‑acre site, in the heart of Brentwood town and just 20 minutes from London Liverpool Street, our campus provides a stimulating environment for innovative teaching and a first‑class education for over 1,600 pupils.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
Legal
Brentwood School is committed to equality and diversity and follows all applicable statutory requirements. This advertisement is without prejudice.
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