Executive Assistant to the Principal
Job description / Role
Employment: Full Time
Job description
We are seeking a highly professional, organized, and discreet executive assistant to the principal to provide high-level administrative support in a fast-paced school environment. This key role requires exceptional communication, time management, and problem-solving skills to help ensure the smooth and efficient functioning of the principal's office.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to the principal.
- Manage the principal's schedule, meetings, and correspondence with a high degree of confidentiality and accuracy.
- Act as the first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
- Assist with documentation, reports, presentations, and data management.
- Coordinate school-wide communications, events, and meetings on behalf of the principal.
- Support with compliance and policy documentation as required.
Skills
Qualifications & experience:
- Proven experience in an executive assistant or senior administrative role.
- Outstanding organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High level of professionalism and discretion.
- Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Previous experience in an educational setting is an advantage.
GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.
About the Company
GEMS Education is a pioneering education company with an international network of award winning K-12 schools. Over the past 55 years GEMS has grown from one school to being a truly global company with one incredible mission – to make quality education available to every student.Over 20,000 education professionals unlock the potential of over 250,000 students across 14 countries each and every day, preparing children of all ages for real world success.
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