Herefordshire Marches Federation of Academies are seeking an exceptional Executive Support Assistant to provide high-quality administrative and organisational support to our CEO and wider executive team.
Contract: 37 hours per week – term-time only plus 4 weeks, starting as soon as possible, for a fixed term of one year with the possibility of extension.
Location: Across the Trust with the CEO with some flexibility for home working
Start date: September 2026 (Negotiable)
Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Make a difference across our Trust
This is a pivotal role within our small and ambitious Multi-Academy Trust of prmary schools. Working closely with the CEO, you will help ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the Trust by managing priorities, coordinating communications, organising meetings, and providing professional support across a range of strategic projects.
The successful candidate will be highly organised, proactive, discreet and able to build positive relationships with colleagues, trustees, governors, school leaders and external partners. This is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of Trust leadership.
Key Responsibilities
· Manage the CEO's diary, correspondence and executive priorities.
· Coordinate meetings, governance activities and Trust events.
- Assist with project management and Trust improvement initiatives.
- Prepare professional reports, presentations and communications.
· Track actions, projects and key Trust priorities.
· Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the Trust.
· Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, discretion and confidentiality.
· Lead the Admin team across the Trust including appraisals
Please note - this role requires a full driving licence and you will be required to use your own vehicle to travel between sites.
For an application pack including Job Description please contact [email protected]
Closing date is Tuesday, 18th August at 1pm
Interviews will be held during the first week of September, date to be confirmed.
Pay: £32,061.00-£36,363.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Language:
Work Location: In person
