Personal Assistant to the Principal and Office Manager

Arnold Hill Spencer Academy is seeking to appoint an exceptional Personal Assistant to the Principal and Office Manager to provide high-quality administrative and organisational support to the Principal while ensuring the efficient day-to-day operation of the Academy's administrative services.

This is a pivotal role within the Academy, requiring a professional, proactive and highly organised individual who can manage a varied workload in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will act as a key point of contact for the Principal, providing comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to senior leaders, whilst leading and managing the office administration team.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Able to prioritise competing demands and work effectively under pressure.
• Proactive, forward-thinking and able to anticipate the needs of senior leaders.
• Flexible and adaptable, with a positive and professional approach.
• An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in a range of IT systems and software packages.
• Experienced in providing high-level PA or executive support, ideally within an educational setting.

The successful candidate will be committed to delivering an outstanding service, maintaining confidentiality at all times, and contributing positively to the smooth and effective running of the Academy.

Arnold Hill Spencer Academy is a truly special place to learn and work. In June 2025, Ofsted rated the academy ‘Good’ in all areas and ‘Outstanding’ for Post-16 provision. Our August GCSE results exceeded national averages for both attainment and progress, reflecting the dedication of our staff and the ambition of our students.

We are proud of our young people, whose behaviour, achievements, and character shine every day. Guided by our community ethos — “Be inspired and achieve together” — we provide daily opportunities for success, growth, and collaboration. Respect, responsibility, and independence are at the heart of our values, helping students to mature into confident, capable individuals. At Arnold Hill Spencer Academy, we believe in the potential of every student and nurture it within a caring, supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

Early application is strongly encouraged as we reserve the right to interview and close the advert ahead of the closing date.

The Trust and its member academies are committed to promoting equality and diversity in both employment and education provision. We aim to ensure that students, parents, governors, employees, contractors, partners, clients and other stakeholders within the Trust community are treated fairly, and with dignity and respect regardless of Protected Characteristics.

Spencer Academies Trust is a Disability Confident Committed Employer