Trust Executive Assistant

Part-Time, Permanent, 36 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, Term time Inspire and be inspired Empower Learning Academy Trust (ELAT) is a growing, values driven family of schools, committed to creating the best possible outcomes for our pupils, staff and leaders. We are looking to appoint an exceptional Trust Executive Assistant to work at the heart of the organisation, supporting the CEO, Chair of Trustees and Executive Team, and assisting with our strong, effective governance across the Trust. This is a high trust, highly professional role, ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with senior leaders, thrives on organisation and detail, and understands the importance of discretion, judgement and clear communication. Key responsibilities

• Providing high level executive and secretarial support to the CEO and senior leaders
• Supporting Trust governance, working closely with trustees, local governing bodies and clerking provision
• Helping maintain statutory compliance and high-quality governance processes
• Organising meetings, events and Trust wide activity
• Acting as a key point of contact and a calm, professional presence at the centre of the Trust
• Acting as 'gatekeeper' for public requests and communications
About you
• Experienced in supporting senior leaders in a complex organisation
• Highly organised, proactive and comfortable managing multiple priorities
• Confident, personable and professional, with excellent communication skills
• Discreet, trustworthy and aligned with ELAT's values
• Experience of governance or the education sector is desirable, but not essential
Why ELAT? You will be joining a Trust where people matter, professionalism is valued and your work genuinely makes a difference. Our values - Passion, Respect, Inclusion, Challenge and Openness - underpin everything we do. In return, we offer:
• Supportive and friendly staff.
• State-of-the-art facilities and classrooms.
• High quality professional development
• Staff assistance programme including virtual GP appointments, counselling service, legal services
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
Applications Please submit your application by the closing date of Wednesday 27 May 2026 by 12pm (midday). Interviews are scheduled to take place on Monday 8 June 2026. However, early applications are appreciated as interviews will then be arranged as and when suitable applications are received. We reserve the right to commence or complete the recruitment process prior to the closing date. For further information about this role, please contact Mrs Paula Garner at PGarner@elatschools.co.uk If you have any queries about the recruitment process and compliance, please contact Mrs G Chana, HR Officer at GChana@elatschools.co.uk Empower Learning Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people therefore, all successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check. In accordance with ELAT policies and KCSIE guidelines set out by the Department for Education, a background check will be carried out on your online digital presence. For more information, please visit our website at: Empower Learning Academy Trust - Inspiring Learners, Changing Lives We do not accept applications via agencies.


• Experienced in supporting senior leaders in a complex organisation
• Highly organised, proactive and comfortable managing multiple priorities
• Confident, personable and professional, with excellent communication skills
• Discreet, trustworthy and aligned with ELAT's values
• Experience of governance or the education sector is desirable, but not essential
  
  Part-Time, Permanent, 36 hours per week, 39 weeks per year, Term time, You will be joining a Trust where people matter, professionalism is valued and your work genuinely makes a difference. Our values - Passion, Respect, Inclusion, Challenge and Openness - underpin everything we do.
In return, we offer:
• Supportive and friendly staff.
• State-of-the-art facilities and classrooms.
• High quality professional development
• Staff assistance programme including virtual GP appointments, counselling service, legal services
• Local Government Pension Scheme