Executive Assistant - Headmaster

OAKHAM SCHOOL
£30,000 - £35,000 a year
Rutland, England
Full time
1 day ago

Role Title: Executive Assistant to the Headmaster

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 40 hours per week, term time plus 8 weeks of the school holidays to be worked (40 weeks) (0.76923 FTE)

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 8am – 5pm

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 1.0 FTE (dependent on experience)

Required from: September 2025

Closing date: Midnight on Thursday 14th August 2025

About the Role

Due to an internal move, Oakham School is seeking to appoint an Executive Assistant to provide high-level executive support to the Headmaster, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of this office, while also playing a key part in the management of the School’s internal and external communications strategy.

This role requires a highly-organised, discreet and articulate professional with exceptional communication skills, with the ability to manage sensitive information and represent the Headmaster with professionalism and discretion.

Experience within education, and a background in PR and communication would be advantageous.

Benefits Package:

Pension scheme, healthcare cash plan, free meals during term time and use of pool and gym, on-site parking, cycle to work scheme.

How to Apply:

Full details of the role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please complete the online Oakham School application form, attaching a CV and covering letter addressed to the Headmaster.

We reserve the right to interview on an ongoing basis and interviews may take place before the closing date, therefore early applications are advised.

Safer Recruitment:

Oakham is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants for the above post must be willing to undergo child protection vetting, including reference checks with previous employers, prohibition checks and a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Schedule:

Work Location: In person

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