Executive Assistant

Yorkshire Learning Trust, Tadcaster, LS24 9NB

17 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2026

• Closing date

  29 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  12 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £28,065.00 - £30,644.00 Annually (Actual) Grade H: Point 18-23

Executive Assistant job summary

Full time (37 hours per week), Term time plus 1 week (including training days)

Yorkshire Learning Trust is seeking a highly organised, professional and proactive Executive Assistant to support the Chief Executive Officer and Central Team.

This is a key role at the heart of our Trust. You will provide high-quality executive support while also acting as a central point of coordination and communication across our schools and central services. You will help ensure that information, decisions and priorities are well organised, clearly communicated and followed through effectively.

The role includes:

• Supporting the CEO and Executive Team of Yorkshire Learning Trust with high-level organisation, communication and workflow
• Acting as a central point of contact, ensuring enquiries and information are directed appropriately
• Drafting and quality assuring communications, including formal and sensitive correspondence (including confidential and safeguarding-related matters where appropriate)
• Supporting governance processes and Trust-wide coordination
• Organising meetings, events and stakeholder activities (including governor, staff and student events) across the Trust
• Contributing to projects that support the development of systems, processes and communication

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an excellent communicator, with strong written skills
• Is highly organised and able to manage competing priorities
• Is confident using Microsoft 365 (including Teams and shared systems)
• Enjoys working with people and building positive relationships
• Takes pride in helping organisations run smoothly and professionally

This is an exciting opportunity to play an important and trusted role in our growing Trust, supporting our work to deliver the best possible outcomes for children and young people.

We're dedicated to supporting our staff with a comprehensive package of opportunities, incentives, and benefits designed to enhance your well-being and career growth. You could enjoy:

• Exclusive Savings and Experiences: Dive into our employee benefits website, your gateway to fantastic discounts on everything from everyday shopping to dream holidays and unforgettable days out.

• Your Well-being Matters: Access our confidential Employee Assistance helpline for expert advice and support, empowering you to navigate life's challenges with confidence.

• Invest in Your Future: Embrace continuous training and development opportunities, fostering your professional growth and unlocking new possibilities.

A Safe and Inclusive Environment: At Yorkshire Learning Trust (YLT), the safeguarding of children is paramount. We are committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment for all. As part of our commitment, successful candidates will undergo DBS checks, pre-employment checks, and online searches, all conducted with professionalism and respect for your privacy. We champion equality and ensure fair and equitable treatment for every member of our team.

At YLT we believe that diversity and inclusion are integral to our success. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to achieve their full potential.

We actively seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We celebrate the unique contributions of each team member and are dedicated to fostering a culture of equality, where differences are not only embraced but are seen as a source of strength.

We understand that diversity drives innovation and creativity, and we are dedicated to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in our policies, practices, and the way we do business. We strive to ensure that our recruitment processes are fair, unbiased, and inclusive, and we are continuously working to improve them. Visit the website for access to our recruitment policies.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Yorkshire Learning Trust

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-star-multi-academy-trust

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