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EA to the Principal
Haberdashers' Borough Academy
Source: UK Teaching Vacancies API · original listing ↗
Source date: 10/7/2026
About this role
We are seeking a highly organised, proactive and forward-thinking Executive Assistant to support the Principal at Haberdashers' Borough Academy. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building positive relationships while making a meaningful contribution to the success of a school community. Working closely with the Principal and Senior Leadership Team, you will play a key role in supporting strategic priorities, managing competing demands and ensuring the smooth and effective operation of Academy life. The successful candidate will be adaptable, discreet and solution-focused, with exceptional organisational skills and the ability to respond positively to changing priorities within a busy school environment. Key responsibilities • Executive Support & Diary Management • Stakeholder Communication & Liaison • Governance & Compliance Reporting This role will report into the Principal Staff Development Our staff are important to us. We know that without great staff, our children will not be as successful. Therefore, Professional Learning is key to our success. As a new employee within the Trust, you will be supported by the Senior Directors of People and Professional Learning, alongside your line manager to realise your full potential. 'Our People Strategy is key to our success and integral to this is our commitment to equity, equality, diversity, and inclusion . Bringing this to life is the responsibility of every member of staff. We take seriously any behaviour which undermines it. Anyone applying to work with us, should share this commitment.’ We actively encourage applicants from colleagues from under-represented groups. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. This post falls within the scope of regulated activity. Appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS with list checks (and other relevant checks). It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.