Brambletye
West Sussex
£32,000 - £36,000 per year
Salary:
The FTE salary is: c. £36,000–£40,000).
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
12 September 2025
Job overview
Do you have a knack for organisation, communication and problem solving? Are you unflappable, discreet, and able to juggle multiple tasks, all the while thriving on the buzz and bustle of life in a vibrant school environment. If so, we'd love to hear from you for the role of Executive Assistant to the Head.
About Us
Our school is a happy, high-achieving independent preparatory school where curiosity is celebrated, good manners are championed, and muddy knees are worn with pride. Nestled in beautiful grounds, our community is warm, welcoming, and just the right mix of traditional values and modern thinking.
The Role
As Executive Assistant to the Head, you'll be an adaptable professional who plans ahead meticulously, but equally can think on their feet and use their initiative. You'll support the Head with all aspects of daily life, from diary management to parent liaison, governors' meetings to school events – all while being a friendly, approachable, calm presence in our busy front office.
Key Responsibilities
* Providing high-level, confidential administrative support to the Head
* Managing the Head's diary, correspondence, and meetings
* Acting as a key point of contact for staff, parents, governors, and external stakeholders
* Supporting the governance and leadership teams with communications and compliance
* Contributing to the wider life and values of the school
What We're Looking For
* Experience in an EA, PA, or senior admin role – ideally in a school, though not essential
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
* A sense of humour, common sense, and the ability to stay calm when faced with unexpected challenges.
* A warm, approachable personality with a genuine interest in school life
* Discretion, diplomacy, and top-notch organisational skills
Why Join Us?
In return, we offer:
* A warm and inclusive working environment with fabulous colleagues
* Opportunities for professional development
* Beautiful surroundings and excellent facilities
* A strong and supportive leadership team
* A promise that no two days will be the same
For the full details of the role, please refer to the Executive Assistant to the Head Applicant Information Pack.
Application Process
If you would like an informal discussion about this role before submitting your application, please contact Rachel Duthie (Head's PA) at or call Please note that we are only able to offer school tours to applicants invited to interview.
* Review the documents listed under the Supporting Recruitment Documents & Policies section on our
vacancies
page
- Download the application form from either the TES website or the
vacancies
page of our website.
- Complete the form and email it to Heather White (HR Manager) at
If you have any questions about the recruitment process or require assistance with the form, please contact Heather, who will be happy to help.
Please note: CVs will not be accepted without a fully completed application form.
Key Dates
Application deadline: Friday, 12th September 2025 at 9.00am
Interviews: during the week commencing Monday, 22nd September 2025
About Brambletye
Brambletye
Lewes Road, East Grinstead
West Sussex
RH19 3PD
United Kingdom
Brambletye is one of the country's leading co-educational prep schools, with 270 boys and girls currently on the roll. It was founded at Sidcup Place, Kent in 1919 and moved to its present glorious location in rolling Sussex countryside on the southern outskirts of East Grinstead in 1933. The large country house, in its own wooded estate of 100 acres, overlooks Ashdown Forest and Weir Wood Reservoir. The school became a charitable trust with a board of Governors fifty years later, in 1969. The School has evolved from being a small, all boys boarding school to its present position as a co-educational day and boarding school. Boys and girls continue to go on to many of the leading independent schools in the country, such as King's Canterbury, Benenden, Charterhouse, Marlborough, Eton, Winchester, Stowe and Lancing .
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