Sarum Hall School
Executive Assistant to the Headmistress
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Executive Assistant
Sarum Hall School is seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the Headmistress and play a key role in the smooth running of our thriving, independent preparatory school for girls aged 3–11.
This is a varied and rewarding position at the heart of school life. You will manage the Headmistress’s diary, correspondence, meetings, travel arrangements and administrative priorities, while also supporting admissions, recruitment activities and key school events. As the first point of contact for many parents, visitors and stakeholders, you will be an ambassador for the School, demonstrating professionalism, warmth and discretion at all times.
Responsibilities
- Manage the Headmistress’s diary, correspondence, meetings, travel arrangements and administrative priorities
- Support admissions, recruitment activities and key school events
- Act as the first point of contact for parents, visitors and stakeholders
- Demonstrate professionalism, warmth and discretion
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Requirements
- Highly organised, proactive and adaptable
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment
- Experience of diary management
- Senior-level administrative support
- Strong IT skills, particularly Outlook
- Previous experience working within a school environment would be advantageous
- Experience of OpenApply would be a significant bonus
About Sarum Hall School
Located in our award-winning North London premises, Sarum Hall School offers a welcoming community, excellent facilities and the opportunity to contribute to the continued success of a school renowned for its academic excellence and pastoral care.
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Safeguarding
Sarum Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, DBS checks and safeguarding screening.
Working Patterns
We are keen to attract the best candidate for this role. For the right individual, the Headmistress is open to discussing a degree of flexibility around working patterns, where this can be accommodated alongside the needs of the School.
Application
Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy and appoint before the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Early applications are therefore strongly encouraged.
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