We are seeking to appoint an experienced administrator to act as Personal Assistant to the Headteacher for a maternity cover September 2026 to July 2027.
About Churchill Academy & Sixth Form:
We are proud to be a successful comprehensive school with an excellent sixth form in a beautiful rural setting, only 30 minutes outside of Bristol city centre. We maintain the highest standards of behaviour within a supportive and inclusive culture that values and celebrates personal enrichment and creativity alongside academic achievement.
The successful candidate will:
Have at least five years’ administrative experience as a PA or equivalent in a large organisation.
Be an experienced and confident IT user
Have excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
Preferably have a combination of: experience of working in education, awareness of governance processes and marketing/communication experience.
Main Responsibilities:
To act as Personal Assistant to the Headteacher and other members of the Senior Leadership Team as required, enabling them to carry out their work by supporting them administratively and acting as a responsible and discreet channel of communication between staff and the senior leadership team (SLT).
Deliver key aspects of the Academy’s marketing and internal and external communication including, but not limited to, the website and social media.
Working under the general direction of the Headteacher, to undertake a range of administrative duties which support the management of the Academy in an effective and positive manner.
The Lighthouse Schools Partnership – Churchill Academy & Sixth Form is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all in our community to share this commitment. Suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. As part of the shortlisting process an online search will be carried out. All appointments will be subject to vetting, including an enhanced DBS check.
We are also committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from underrepresented groups.