Personal Assistant to the Senior Leadership Team

About the role

This full‑time, fixed‑term position supports the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) at a busy educational organisation. The role demands high stamina, discretion and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a professional and calm demeanor.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the diaries of SLT members, optimising time in line with organisational priorities.
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, drafting letters and emails on behalf of SLT members.
• Maintain the Prep calendar, prepare and distribute weekly notices.
• Prepare documents for signing, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Assist in the preparation of presentation materials, speeches, reports and other documentation.
• Research, draft, and route correspondence; collect and analyse information for reports.
• Track actions arising from meetings and ensure timely follow‑up.
• Plan and organise internal and external meetings, including travel arrangements.
• Deliver assigned projects, develop work plans and monitor progress.

Required profile

• Relevant educational qualification or willingness to work towards a Level 3 qualification.
• Proven ability to prioritise a wide range of administrative tasks under pressure.
• Capability to implement and integrate administrative systems.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding requirements.

Required skills

What we offer

• Fixed‑term contract until July 2027 (40 hours per week, term‑time plus 2 weeks).
• Salary £24,000‑£26,000 per year.
• Location in Blackburn, North West England.