Heads Personal Assistant / HR Admin

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Role: Heads Personal Assistant / HR Admin

Hours: 25 Hours per Week

Salary: £15,652 Per Annum

Location: Meoncross School

Contract: Term-Time plus 2 weeks / Part Time

Start Date: August 2026

About Meoncross School

At Meoncross, we believe that every child’s educational journey should be as unique as they are. Our holistic approach ensures that each child receives the individual attention they need to thrive both in and out of the classroom. Here, every child is empowered to say, “I can be the best possible ME.”

As a through school for children aged 2.5 to 16 years, we welcome students at any point in their educational journey. Whether it’s starting ‘big school’ in Reception, transitioning to Juniors in Year 3, or moving to Upper School in Year 7, we are here to support them every step of the way.

While we take pride in our high academic achievements, we also prioritize the wellbeing of our students, knowing that happy children are high-achieving children. We nurture our pupils and develop the qualities they need to build bright futures.

About the Role

As the Heads Personal Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient management of the Head’s daily activities. Your proactive support will help the Head navigate a busy and ever-changing schedule, coordinating diaries, correspondence, meetings, and events.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing comprehensive executive support, including diary management and meeting coordination.
• Acting as the first point of contact for the Head, building positive relationships with parents, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Preparing and coordinating documentation, reports, and meeting papers.
• Organizing school events led by the Head, such as Speech Night and Open Mornings.
• Maintaining the school’s Single Central Register (SCR) and ensuring compliance with safeguarding requirements.
• Supporting recruitment and HR administration, including onboarding and personnel records.
• Assisting with safeguarding audits and inspections.
• Providing admissions administration support during periods of absence.
• Ensuring all administrative processes are efficient and compliant with GDPR and school policies.

About You

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in an Executive Assistant, PA, or senior administrative role supporting senior leaders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Experience coordinating meetings, events, and stakeholder communications.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams).
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable Skills

• Experience within a school or educational setting.
• Knowledge of admissions, HR administration, or recruitment processes.
• Experience maintaining compliance records, including the SCR.
• Familiarity with iSAMS, SIMS, or similar school management systems.
• Understanding of safeguarding and safer recruitment requirements.

Personal Qualities

• Professional, organized, and highly reliable.
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a busy environment.
• Positive, proactive, and customer-focused.
• Committed to building strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• Dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Benefits

• Lunch during term time
• School fee discount
• Shopping discounts

Meoncross School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff, volunteers, and third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We are an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect, regardless of background. Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date for the right applicant.