Foundation Office Personal Assistant (PA)
Posted:
25 Nov25/11/25 00:00:00
Closing:
14 Dec25/12/14 00:00:00
The Princethorpe Foundation
Required to start in January 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter, we seek to recruit a full-time Foundation Office PA to join our friendly and professional team to provide secretarial and administrative support for the Foundation Office, which comprises a group of senior leaders.
The Foundation Office PA must be able to operate independently to ensure the operational effectiveness and continuity of support services. This requires the ability to plan carefully and anticipate possible outcomes.
Comprehensive training and induction will be given. This will include meeting various people across the Foundation and at the different schools to gain a good understanding of the requirements of the Foundation.
A close, efficient and effective working relationship between the senior leaders within the Foundation Office and the PA is essential in order that the many decisions and actions are dealt with promptly at the appropriate level.
This is a full-time 37.5 hour a week post, required to work all year round, Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm including a 60 minute unpaid break. The role is based at Princethorpe College.
The starting salary for this role is between MA17 and MB2 of the Princethorpe Foundation pay scales, £36,293 and £41,073 per annum full-time equivalent by negotiation, depending on qualifications and relevant experience.
Benefits include 28 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays (pro rata). The Foundation operates a full site closure between Christmas and New Year; these three days are not required to be taken from the holiday entitlement.
Potential candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the school’s website www.princethorpe.co.uk for more information about our thriving School, which offers a rich curriculum and strong sense of community. Continuing Professional Development is encouraged and personal visits to the school are welcome.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a Foundation that values its staff and offers a rewarding benefits package including discounted places for staff, a pension scheme and a cycle to work scheme.
Application: To apply for this vacancy applicants must submit a Princethorpe College application form, together with a CV and covering letter detailing personal qualities, experience and how you meet the person specification for the role. Applicants must ensure the application form is fully completed, including a detailed career history with specific dates.
Closing date: The closing date for applications is Sunday 14 December 2025 at midnight with interviews to be held on Wednesday 17 December 2025 at Princethorpe College. Due to Christmas closures, it will not be possible to interview later than 17 December. We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and may interview earlier than this date for the right candidate.
Please click here for more information and application via our recruitment portal.
The Foundation is committed to equal opportunities and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Registered Charity No 1087124
