Executive Personal Assistant to Principal

One Sixth Form College, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP8 3SU

15 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  7 April 2026 at 8am

• Date listed

  23 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: 1 FTE - 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £26,703 - £29,058 per annum (Dependent on qualifications and experience)

What skills and experience we're looking for

• One Sixth Form, Ipswich
• 1 FTE- 37hours per week, 52weeks per year - Permanent
• Salary: £26,703-£29,058per annum (Dependent on qualifications and experience)

One Sixth Form is seeking a highly organised and proactive Personal Assistant to provide dedicated executive support to the Principal at the heart of the College’s senior leadership team. This is a pivotal role that ensures the effective coordination of executive activity, enabling the Principal to focus on strategic leadership while maintaining the smooth day-to-day operation of the office. The postholder will manage complex diaries and communications, coordinate senior meetings and governance activity, and act as a key point of contact for internal and external stake holders, demonstrating professionalism, discretion, and excellent organisational skills.

Working closely with senior leaders across the College and the wider executive team, the role offers meaningful exposure to strategic decision-making and governance processes. The successful candidate will support the organisation and delivery of Senior Leadership Team and governance meetings, oversee correspondence and administrative priorities, and help maintain high standards in executive operations and stakeholder engagement. This is a varied and trusted position suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in providing efficient, high-quality support.

This post is designed with development in mind, offering the opportunity to grow into a future Executive Assistant role as the College’s executive support model evolves. In addition to supporting the Principal, the role will provide light-touch administrative assistance to Assistant Principals, strengthening coordination across the Sixth Form College and enhancing responsiveness to operational and stakeholder needs. For the right candidate, this position offers the chance to make a tangible impact while developing professionally within a collaborative and purpose-driven educational environment.

What the school offers its staff

• Membership into Local Government Pension Scheme
• Family friendly policies and flexible working
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Free parking
• Canteen
• Company events
• Access to various memberships and discount schemes
• Learning and development opportunities, including staff development days
• Funded subject course development for your role
• Range of staff communities, including EDI and neurodiverse communities
• Career progression opportunities

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.

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Commitment to safeguarding

SAT and WSC are committed to Safeguarding. We aim to create the safest environment within which every student has the opportunity to achieve and progress.

Applying for the job

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About One Sixth Form College

• School type: Academy, ages 16 to 19
• Education phase: Sixth form or college
• School size: 2338 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 16 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: One Sixth Form College website
• Email address: recruitment@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/one-sixth-form-college

One Sixth Form College wowed Ofsted during their latest inspection, being judged Ofsted 'Outstanding’. Our Sixth Form is now amongst the first educational institutions in the East of England to get the highest possible grade under the new and more challenging Ofsted Framework.

Arranging a visit to One Sixth Form College

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk.

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