PA to Executive Head
Forest Oak School, Birmingham, West Midlands, B36 0UE14 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
5 October 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
21 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 32.5 hours per week Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- 26824 - 29540
What skills and experience we're looking for
Personal Assistant to the Executive Headteacher
Location: Forest Oak School and Merstone School
Salary: Band C, Points 8 (£26,824) –14 (£29,540) pro rata. Actual salary £20,198 - £22,244
Permanent Contract – term time only (39 weeks) : 32.5 hours per week
Required from: As soon as possible
We are seeking an organised, professional and highly motivated Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the Executive Headteacher across Forest Oak School and Merstone School.
This is a varied and important role involving diary and meeting management, preparation of agendas and minutes, drafting and proofreading correspondence, handling confidential information, liaising with internal and external stakeholders and supporting the effective organisation of both schools. The successful candidate will be a key point of contact for the Executive Headteacher and will be expected to exercise sound judgement when managing, redirecting or escalating enquiries.
We are looking for someone who:
- has relevant administrative experience within a busy office environment;
- has excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- can manage competing priorities, deadlines and changing circumstances;
- is confident taking accurate minutes and preparing high-quality documents;
- demonstrates excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills;
- can communicate professionally and sensitively with pupils, families, colleagues, governors and external agencies;
- uses initiative, exercises sound judgement and remains calm under pressure;
- can handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion; and
- is confident using Microsoft Office and electronic systems.
Previous experience of working as a PA to senior leaders or within a school environment would be desirable, alongside knowledge of school management, safeguarding or admissions systems. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and adaptable individual who is committed to providing a high-quality service and making a positive contribution to the wider life and ethos of both schools.
Closing date: Monday 5 October 2026
Shortlisting: Tuesday 6 October 2026
Interviews: 6, 7 or 9 October 2026
For further information or to arrange an informal discussion, please contact Jill Lambert, 0121 717 0088.
We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and communities. Solihull Council is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to thrive.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, including a Children’s Barred List check, and online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates.
Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available to view here: https://www.forest-oak.solihull.sch.uk/page/?title=Policies&pid=35.
If you require the application form in a different format, please contact school.
What the school offers its staff
Further information about the job
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
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About Forest Oak School
- Organisation type
- Special school, ages 4 to 19
- Size
- 215 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Website
- Forest Oak School website
- Email address
- s500jlambert@forest-oak.solihull.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 0121 717 0088
Special School with students aged from 4-18
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