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Posted 08 August, 2026

PA to Deputy Head

Crone Corkill
London, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Term-Time PA to the Deputy Head & Head of DepartmentIndependent School | South London | Term-Time + 2 Weeks | £36,800 | Office BasedAre you an experienced School PA looking for a varied role in a thriving independent school?We're recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded school in South London for an organised and initiative-taking Personal Assistant to support the Deputy Head and a Head of Department. Working at the heart of the school, you'll provide seamless administrative support while building strong relationships with staff, parents and pupils.The RoleYou'll provide high-level PA support, including:\n
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  • Managing busy diaries and coordinating meetings.
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  • Preparing correspondence, agendas and meeting minutes.
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  • Maintaining the academic calendar and supporting the senior academic team.
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  • Leading the administration of parents' evenings and academic events.
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  • Supporting Heads of Department with communications, pupil review meetings and academic administration.
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  • Organising mock exam resits and the annual textbook return.
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  • Providing occasional reception and absence cover when required.
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About YouYou'll have previous PA or EA experience, ideally within a school, college or university, together with:\n
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  • Excellent organisational and communication skills.
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  • Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word and Excel).
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  • Experience producing accurate minutes.
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  • A proactive approach, excellent diligence and the ability to manage confidential information.
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  • Experience of iSAMS or a similar school MIS would be an advantage.
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What's on Offer\n
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  • £36,800 salary
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  • Term-time plus two weeks (37 weeks per year)
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  • Monday-Friday, 8.00am-5.00pm
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  • Up to 14% employer pension contribution
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  • Free daily lunch
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  • SimplyHealth cash plan
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  • Season ticket loan and cycle-to-work scheme
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  • Ongoing training and development
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  • Staff discounts and well being benefits
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This is an excellent opportunity to join a welcoming, high-performing school where your contribution will be genuinely valued. If you have the relevant and necessary skills, are seeking a term time only role and are available at short notice apply today to be considered.Please note: Due to an expected influx of applications for this role, I kindly ask that you only apply if you have the relevant and necessary skills and experience.