PA to Headteacher & Operational Lead

Bradley Stoke Community School, part of the Olympus Academy Trust, is seeking a highly organised, professional and proactive PA to the Headteacher & Operations Lead to play a key role in the smooth running of our school. This is a pivotal position providing high-level administrative and organisational support to the Headteacher, while also taking responsibility for the effective management and leadership of the main school office. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working at the heart of school life, and have the confidence to manage competing priorities with discretion and professionalism, we would love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities As a central figure within the school, you will:

• Provide confidential, high-quality PA and administrative support to the Headteacher
• Manage the Headteacher's diary, communications, meetings and correspondence
• Lead and oversee the day-to-day operations of the school office, including line management of the Office Manager and support to the leadership team
• Act as the first point of contact for stakeholders, including parents, staff and external visitors
• Coordinate key meetings, prepare agendas and take accurate minutes
• Support school governance processes, complaints procedures and student-related administration (e.g. exclusions)
• Assist with HR processes including recruitment support and note-taking at meetings
• Lead on internal communications, newsletters and website/social media updates
• Coordinate whole-school events such as open evenings and awards ceremonies
• Contribute to marketing and promoting the school
• Ensure administrative systems are efficient, compliant and support teaching and learning, We recognise that candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools when preparing their application. The Trust does not prohibit the use of AI; however, any use must be appropriate and must not undermine the principles of safer recruitment, as set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (Part 3). Applications must be an honest and accurate reflection of your own experience, skills, values, and suitability to work with children and young people.
  
  We are looking for someone who:
• Has experience providing PA or senior administrative support
• Has line management experience and strong leadership skills
• Is highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Can manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Has excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Is confident using Microsoft Office and digital systems
• Understands the importance of confidentiality and data protection
• Is adaptable, proactive and able to work independently
• Is committed to safeguarding and supporting young people
  
  Our overarching aim and vision is for our schools to deliver an exceptional education for children and young people, ensuring that students have access to the highest standards of teaching, resources and learning opportunities.
We are ambitious for our academies. We live in a demanding educational landscape that brings with it challenges, but also opportunities. We are excited by the opportunities for talented and inspirational educators to make an impact and create a powerful legacy. We seek applicants for our roles who can align with our vision and have the talent, drive and determination to deliver that vision successfully. We support all our schools with our leadership and management, school improvement, legal, financial, administrative, admissions, marketing, premises, safeguarding and HR expertise. We think our roles are tremendously exciting ones to perform supported by the expert Olympus team. We are inspired by our academies' journey and consider it a great privilege to design and develop a 21st century school education. We will be very interested to hear your ideas and aspirations too. We are looking for staff who will deliver an exceptional education for the young people in our care.


• Pension Scheme, We offer the opportunity of flexible working patterns where possible to assist with a work/life balance and welcome applications from people wishing to work on a part-time or job share basis for all roles including full time. We are happy to discuss flexible working from day one.