PA to Executive Head

PersonalAssistant to the Executive Headteacher

Location: Forest Oak Schooland Merstone School

Salary: Band C, Points 8(£26,824) –14 (£29,540) pro rata. Actualsalary £20,198 - £22,244

PermanentContract – term time only (39 weeks) : 32.5 hours per week

Requiredfrom:As soon as possible

Weare seeking an organised, professional and highly motivated Personal Assistantto provide comprehensive support to the Executive Headteacher across Forest OakSchool and Merstone School.

Thisis a varied and important role involving diary and meeting management,preparation of agendas and minutes, drafting and proofreading correspondence,handling confidential information, liaising with internal and externalstakeholders and supporting the effective organisation of both schools. The successful candidate will be a key pointof contact for the Executive Headteacher and will be expected to exercise soundjudgement when managing, redirecting or escalating enquiries.

Weare looking for someone who:

• has relevantadministrative experience within a busy office environment;
• has excellentwritten and verbal communication skills;
• can managecompeting priorities, deadlines and changing circumstances;
• is confidenttaking accurate minutes and preparing high-quality documents;
• demonstratesexcellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills;
• cancommunicate professionally and sensitively with pupils, families,colleagues, governors and external agencies;
• usesinitiative, exercises sound judgement and remains calm under pressure;
• can handlesensitive and confidential information with discretion; and
• is confident usingMicrosoft Office and electronic systems.

Previousexperience of working as a PA to senior leaders or within a school environmentwould be desirable, alongside knowledge of school management, safeguarding oradmissions systems. This is an excellentopportunity for a proactive and adaptable individual who is committed toproviding a high-quality service and making a positive contribution to thewider life and ethos of both schools.

Closingdate:Monday 5 October 2026

Shortlisting: Tuesday 6 October2026

Interviews: 6, 7 or 9 October2026

Wewarmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and communities.Solihull Council is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committedto creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported tothrive.

Weare committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and youngpeople and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All appointmentswill be subject to an enhanced DBS check, including a Children’s Barred Listcheck, and online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates.

OurChild Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available to view here:

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