Sackville School
Kent
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
01 October 2025
Apply by:
19 September 2025
Job overview
We are seeking a highly organised and professional Personal Assistant (PA) to the Head to join our dedicated team at Sackville School. This is a pivotal role, providing comprehensive PA support to the Head while ensuring the smooth running of the wider school office administration.
About Sackville School
Sackville is a thriving independent senior school (11–18) with 220 boys and girls. We offer an ambitious and personalised education that enables every pupil to reach their full potential. With excellent academic outcomes, small class sizes, and a strong sense of community, we foster a positive, friendly, and family-like atmosphere where students and staff flourish together.
We value intellectual curiosity, enjoyment of learning, and professional development. Whether you are experienced or seeking to build your skills, Sackville offers opportunities for you to broaden your expertise and achieve your career goals.
Contract Type: 8:15 am to 4:15 pm, Mon to Fri, All Year
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Start Date: Oct 2025
Your Main Responsibilities
* Provide high-level PA support to the Head, including diary management, correspondence, meeting preparation, and minute taking.
* Act as the first point of contact for the Head, managing communications with discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality.
* Coordinate office administration, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations across the school.
* Prepare reports, documents, and presentations as required.
* Manage incoming and outgoing communications, including emails, letters, and phone calls.
* Liaise with staff, parents, governors, and external stakeholders on behalf of the Head.
* Organise and support key school events and functions.
* Maintain accurate records, files, and databases.
* Support HR, admissions, and compliance processes where required.
* Supervise and coordinate office staff to ensure efficiency and collaboration.
* Contribute to the welcoming and professional ethos of the school at all times.
About You : We are looking for someone who has:
* Proven experience as a PA, Executive Assistant, or Office Manager (preferably in an education setting).
* Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise and multitask under pressure.
* Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
* A professional and discreet approach, with absolute commitment to confidentiality.
* Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and database systems.
* The ability to build strong relationships with colleagues, parents, and external partners.
* Attention to detail, accuracy, and a proactive problem-solving mindset.
* Flexibility and adaptability to meet the demands of a busy school environment.
Desirable:
* Experience in school administration or working in an educational environment.
* Knowledge of safeguarding, GDPR, and compliance in schools.
Why Choose Us?
At Sackville School, you will join a welcoming and collaborative team dedicated to making a lasting difference in children's lives. We offer:
* The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils' development.
* Small class sizes and access to excellent facilities.
* A supportive environment that values your expertise and ideas.
* Ongoing professional development and coaching opportunities.
Staff benefits include:
* Company sick pay
* Company pension
* Life assurance package (3x annual salary)
* Wellness programme
* Refer-a-friend financial reward scheme
* Free lunch and free parking
How to Apply: If this role aligns with your skills and passion, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to welcoming you to Sackville School
Sackville School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for all roles will undergo child-protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS check (paid for by the school). This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, and 2020.
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About Sackville School
Sackville School
Tonbridge Road, Hildenborough, Tonbridge
Kent
TN11 9HN
United Kingdom
Sackville School, founded in 1987, is a secondary coeducational school for pupils between the ages of 11 and 18. It is an independent school located in Hildenborough, Tonbridge, Kent owned by Alpha Schools Limited which is one of the largest operators of independent schools in the UK. At present, there are around 130 students enrolled. This includes 95 boys and 35 girls. The government has labelled the premises as a historical park.
Headmistress
Leoni Ellis
Values and Vision
The school promotes individuality and values every student. It aims to give every child an excellent education. The children are encouraged to develop new skills with the support from excellent teachers. They are taught to have a positive outlook on learning, to be respectful of others and have good manners. Strict rules have been implemented to make sure pupils behave well. Wearing a school uniform, for example, will help them understand how to conduct themselves in the workplace.
ISI report
"The quality of pupils' academic and other achievements is excellent. The small community of Sackville enables pupils to thrive and to achieve very well in relation to their abilities. Pupils are known as individuals; their talents are fostered and they receive the appropriate challenge and support to make the maximum progress in their academic subjects. All have the opportunity to study a broad and balanced curriculum, though this is tailored to suit individual needs at GCSE level. Pupils' performance at GCSE level has been good, and in the past three years results have improved. Pupils are making good progress in relation to their abilities."
View Sackville School's latest ISI report
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