This is a part-time role of approximately 32 hours / 4 days per week during term time and 8 hours per week during the school holidays (must be willing to work these hours flexibly to be responsive to emails and projects that may require different working patterns).
Working hours can be flexible subject to being available for all Governor meetings and fulfilling other school-based responsibilities
Job description
A leading and fast-growing education group is seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to support its Board of Governors. This is a highprofile opportunity suited to an accomplished EA with experience operating at board and executive level within a corporate or similarly fast-paced environment.
The successful candidate will bring outstanding organisational skills, sound judgement, discretion and the ability to manage multiple priorities with confidence and professionalism. Acting as a trusted adviser to the Chair and Governors, the Executive Assistant will play a central role in ensuring the smooth running of board operations, governance processes, strategic meetings and executive communications.
While experience within the education sector would be welcomed, it is not essential. The group is particularly interested in candidates from corporate, professional services, finance, legal, or other complex environments who are accustomed to supporting senior stakeholders at the highest level. Full training and support will be provided to develop a strong understanding of governance frameworks, and the vital role governance plays within the education sector.
This is an opportunity to join an ambitious and purpose-driven organisation with a collaborative and supportive culture, where professionalism, integrity, and excellence are highly valued. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful contribution within a forward thinking environment committed to continuous improvement and positive impact.
Mill Hill Education Group is a charitable collection of independent schools. Its aims of instilling values and inspiring minds has been a key focus since the founding of Mill Hill School in 1807. All schools share an educational philosophy around developing thoughtful and responsible pupils with a global outlook. School life combines academic rigour with a breadth of opportunities to develop young people able to flourish in an ever-changing world.
- Educates boys and girls from 3$ú18, seeking to equip them for life, both now and in the future.
- Our stimulating academic environment and numerous activities outside the classroom encourage learning and personal growth.
- We are committed to the development of every pupil and believe that our friendly and supportive community helps this to happen.
- We seek as a group to instil a love for learning which will last a life time whilst balancing this with a readiness to embrace change.
The Mill Hill Education Group is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children. As part of our Recruitment Checks, the appointed candidate will be subject to a Enhanced DBS and Social Media Check.
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The School reserves the right to interview candidates ahead of the closing date and applications will be considered as they are received.
