The Howard Partnership Trust (THPT) is seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to support our Chief Executive Officer and Deputy Chief Executive Officer. This is a pivotal role requiring exceptional communication skills, discretion, and the ability to manage a dynamic and varied workload.
Our vision is to provide a life changing education for our children and young people and ensuring that our Executive Leaders have exceptional EA support is crucial to making this vision a reality.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide high-level administrative and secretarial support to executive leadership
Manage complex diaries, meetings, and travel arrangements
Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders with professionalism and tact
Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate sound judgement in all matters
What We’re Looking For:
Proven experience in an EA/PA role, ideally within education or a public sector setting
Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
A calm, flexible, and resilient approach
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other digital collaboration tools
What We Offer:
A supportive and forward-thinking working environment
Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
Cycle to Work scheme, retail discounts, and loyalty rewards
Opportunities for professional development across our growing Multi-Academy Trust
All adults employed by the Trust have a responsibility for data protection and have a duty to observe and follow the principles of the GDPR Regulations.
The Howard Partnership Trust is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, marital status, disability, race, age, or sexual orientation.
All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.
Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of this advertisement.
As well as verification of identity, we ask all successful candidates to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, we may also conduct an online search about any shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence to identify any matters that might relate directly to our legal duty to meet safeguarding duties, in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).
“This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.”
Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).