Executive personal assistant jobs
The Bishop is seeking a temporary Executive Assistant for a period of three months to support the Diocesan Bishop as effectively as possible in the discharge of his duties; to ensure that the Bishop’s Office runs with hospitable warmth and efficiency, and that all core functions are discharged to the highest standard. The Bishop looks to appoint a personable and efficient colleague with an enquiring mind, a proactive approach, good relational skills, and proven administrative competence.
General:
- To provide appropriate support as requested by the Bishop in exercise of his duties
- To ensure that all contact with the Bishop's office, whether through a personal visit, telephone call or correspondence is dealt with in a timely, courteous, and efficient manner.
Advice & Support:
- To respond to calls, emails, complaints or enquiries or issues and act appropriately on any administration matters that arise
- To manage the Bishop's diary, aligned to priorities agreed with the Bishop
- To draft appropriate responses to letters, and other papers, for the Bishop according to need
- To act as the secretary for Bishop's Staff meetings, and other meetings, including preparing agendas, taking, and producing minutes
Safeguarding:
All staff working for and with the Bishop will give proper care and attention to matters of safeguarding. This includes attending training and careful handling of confidential information.
Data Protection:
To oversee all Data Protection issues, including Subject Access Requests, for the Diocesan Bishop's office, including working with relevant staff at Diocesan Office and Diocesan Registrar in ensuring compliance
Appointments:
- To exercise oversight over the process of clergy appointments
- To work with the Administrative Secretary with regards to the issuing of offer letters
- Appropriate steps are taken regarding DBS and safeguarding
- Liaison with the Registrar for the issuing of licences
- The management of clergy Personal Files, and ensure they are kept up to date and compliant
Special Services:
- Liaise with parishes, Area Deans, and the Cathedral in the planning and administration of confirmation services
- To liaise with key stakeholders in the planning of Ordinations and the Ordination service including issuing appointment letters and planning of the Ordination Retreat in consultation with the DDVO and IME2 Officer
- In association with the Administrative Secretary
- Planning the ordination logistics, minibus, and lunches where necessary
- Liaising with the Registry regarding the issuing of licenses
- The purchases of Bibles and Book tokens
- Manage correspondence regarding the Chrism Eucharist
About You
Essential
Knowledge/Experience:
- A proven track record in office management, or its equivalent, to an exacting standard, including effective planning of own work and that of others
- Experience in drafting clear, accurate and sensitive briefing material and longer documents to tight deadlines
- Evidence of a high level of administrative and organisational ability, including document management skills and a complete understanding of the full Microsoft Office suite
- Be able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people within the church and those belonging to institutions, organisations and other groups beyond the Church of England.
- Experience in minute-taking and drafting correspondence
- Proven problem-solving and analytical skills
Attributes:
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish positive working relationships with senior stakeholders and to represent the Bishop to external partners
- Patience, resilience, and flexibility
- Be adaptable and flexible, able to enjoy working under pressure, to prioritise tasks, work to deadlines, and meet a broad set of demands.
- Have the stamina to cope with a physically, emotionally and spiritually demanding post.
- Well organised with an excellent eye to detail
- Able to adjust the working style to the Bishop's preferences and requirements
- There is an occupational requirement of this post that the post holder is committed to the flourishing of the ministry and mission of the Church of England and the Bishop
Desirable:
- Hold a full driving licence
The Church of England’s vocation is and always has been to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ afresh in each generation to the people of England.



The Institute of Physics (IOP) exists to help physics and the people behind it realise their potential for our lives, our society and our planet.
Working alongside our members and leaders from across the physics community and beyond, we’ve identified three priorities that will shape our work over the next five years: Skills, Science and Society. These priorities sit at the heart of everything we do.
We’re currently looking for a People Officer on a permanent basis, to help us deliver our mission.
What’s it like working at the IOP?
The IOP is a friendly, inclusive and ambitious organisation. Diversity and inclusion are central to how we work. We focus on supporting our people to thrive, offering competitive pay, great development opportunities and a generous benefits package.
Some of our benefits include:
- An excellent pension scheme
- Private medical insurance, life assurance, dental insurance and a healthcare cash plan
- Eye care vouchers, annual flu vaccinations, long service awards and access to an employee assistance programme
- 25 days’ annual leave as a standard, in addition to floating bank holidays
- Flexible working opportunities
The Role
What will I be doing?
You’ll be responsible for a range of activities, including:
- Maintaining and updating the full suite of personnel records for staff
- The timely and accurate generation and issue of employment contracts/amendment to terms and associated paperwork
- Overseeing the quality of data held within the HR system and other HR software and offer guidance to users of the systems and administrative support
- Preparing and accurately entering all monthly salary information on to the HR system
- Recruitment support for all Institute vacancies and managing the recruitment process
- Overseeing the probation and induction process for new starters and to conduct new starter induction sessions
- Developing new, and streamline existing administrative processes and procedures
- Generating system reports as and when required
About You...
The role is ideal for someone with good generalist HR experience and up to date knowledge and understanding of key HR legislation and HR systems.
We are looking for an organised and dependable individual who has a proven ability to work with within a small team, and who can communicate effectively with a wide range of people both in written and oral form.
Proven experience of accurate data entry and monthly payroll processes is essential along with previous experience of effectively following administrative processes.
Who will I work with?
- Internally, the role works across all departments as well as IOP Publishing HR and Finance
- Externally, the role works with recruitment agencies and other relevant organisations
Ideally, we at the IOP hope you’ll apply if your skills include:
Essential Criteria
- Experience of preparing and monitoring accurate contractual information and other essential HR documentation
- Experience of supporting the monthly payroll function
- Experience working in a busy and varied role in a fast paced environment, autonomously
- Strong working knowledge of employment law and HR best practice
- Absolute attention to detail
- Basic level HR qualification
- Experience using HR systems, ideally iTrent (Electric Theme)
At the IOP, we know that great candidates don’t always tick every box. If your experience looks a little different, but you bring enthusiasm, curiosity and a willingness to learn, we’d love to hear from you.
How to apply
Alongside your CV, please include a cover letter explaining how you meet the person specification.
How will I be working?
We work in a flexible, trust‑based way through our How We Work model. This gives individuals and teams the independence to choose how, when and where they work best, while recognising that some in‑person collaboration is important for impact especially from an operational standpoint.
You’ll be assigned a base office, which can also be your chosen place of work. Most of our roles offer hybrid working as standard, with occasional office visits to help us stay connected and support our inclusive way of working. As an organization we meet in person once a quarter at our Head Office in Kings Cross, London.
Why join the IOP?
The IOP is the professional body and learned society for physics in the UK and Ireland. As a charity, we’re passionate about increasing public understanding of physics and supporting a diverse and inclusive physics community.
We’re committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive culture for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the application or recruitment process, please let us know we’re always happy to help.
Please note whilst we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role, we warmly encourage applications from candidates who already have the right to work in the UK and Ireland.
We strive to make physics accessible to people from all backgrounds.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We’re looking for someone to fulfil a wide range of duties working alongside the other Administrative Assistant and volunteers in support of the Office Manager to provide coordinated administration across the Cathedral team. In addition, the post holder will support the Chief Operating Officer in tasks related to the management of the residential let properties located in Old Portsmouth. This includes coordinating property checks, arranging basic repairs and maintenance, supporting lettings activity, and carrying out viewings when properties are vacant. The property portfolio includes flats accessed by stairs only and will require the post holder to visit the flats in accordance with our lone working policy..
The successful candidate will have:
§ Good proven administrative, organisational, planning and IT skills including Microsoft 365
§ Strong interpersonal skills including tact, confidentiality and discretion with the ability to communicate and work with a wide range of stakeholders.
§ A proven ability to work flexibly and proactively as part of a busy team
§ The ability to work alone and under pressure
§ Be committed to equal opportunities and inclusivity and upholding the highest standards of standards of safeguarding practice
§ The physical ability to climb stairs to properties and manual handling tasks, such as moving furniture, office equipment and stationery
§ Empathy with the beliefs and values of the Christian Faith and the aims and objectives of the Church of England
Ideally you will also have knowledge of music and liturgy and building management coordination.
Hours: part-time 30 hours a week (excluding lunch breaks) split approximately 0.75 administrative and 0.25 hours lettings, worked across office hours Monday-Friday. Some weekend hours will be required occasionally, and some evening working is likely with Time off In Lieu awarded in line with Portsmouth Cathedral’s Policy.
Benefits of working at Portsmouth Cathedral:
- Generous leave allowance of 25 days (pro rata for this part-time post) plus all public holidays and two 'given' days at Christmas.
- Employer pension contributions of 7.5% (1.0% employee contribution)
- Commitment to professional development and training.
- Cash health plan
Safeguarding. The Cathedral takes the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults very seriously, and practices Safer Recruitment for all roles (both paid and voluntary), enhanced DBS for specific roles, and face-to-face or online training as required.
Portsmouth Cathedral is an Equal Opportunities Employer and a member of Inclusive Church.
Closing date for applications: 23.00 Sunday 15th February 2026
Interviews will be held 26th February 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Chelsea / Sutton (with 1 day a week working from home)
About Us
The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity raises money to save the lives of people with cancer, everywhere. We ensure our nurses, doctors and research teams can provide the very best care and develop life-saving treatments, which are used across the UK and around the world. Join our ambitious and supportive Individual Giving Team and help us deliver our most ambitious fundraising strategy yet.
What You’ll Be Doing
As our Individual Giving Assistant – Supporter Acquisition, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our fundraising campaigns and projects, helping to recruit new supporters to the Charity. You’ll be one of the first points of contact for our donors, providing exceptional supporter care and ensuring every supporter feels valued. Your day-to-day will include:
- Responding to supporter enquiries by phone, email and in-person, ensuring all queries are handled efficiently and with care.
- Thanking donors and personalising communications to build strong relationships and ensuring a positive and lasting first impression.
- Accurately recording and processing donations, and updating supporter records on our database.
- Supporting the delivery of fundraising campaigns, including creating timing plans, proofreading copy and assiting with briefs.
- Managing invoices and helping with campaign reporting.
- Supporting the team with administrative tasks.
- Working with colleagues and volunteers to deliver the best possible supporter experience.
What We’re Looking For
You’ll be an enthusiastic team player with:
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- The ability to prioritise, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
- A proactive, flexible approach and willingness to support the team as needed.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (experience with customer databases is desirable).
- Commitment to providing outstanding supporter care and working in a supporter-focused environment.
Previous experience in customer or supporter service, office administration, or the charity sector is desirable but not essential – full training will be provided.
Why Join Us?
We’re a values-driven charity committed to saving lives by funding world-leading research, treatment, and care at The Royal Marsden. You’ll be part of a collaborative, ambitious, and kind team, with plenty of opportunities for learning and development.
What we offer:
- 27 days annual leave (rising with length of service), plus UK bank holidays
- Up to 6% employer pension contributions (increasing with service)
- Enhanced maternity and adoption pay
- Life insurance and employee assistance programme
- Flexible and hybrid working options (work from home one day a week)
- Access to subsidised staff restaurants, wellbeing initiatives, and more
- Bright, modern offices in Chelsea and Sutton, with excellent transport links
Inclusion Matters
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and walks of life.
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you.
How to apply:
Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Please submit a cover letter highlighting how you meet the person specification along with your CV. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity raises money to improve the lives of people affected by cancer.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Executive Assistant
Are you an exceptional Executive Assistant with a passion for governance and a heart for making a difference?
We are looking for a talented Governance and Executive Assistant Manager to join the dynamic team in Milton Keynes in hybrid working role!
With 75 years of experience, the focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. The organisation helps children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by Christian faith.
Position: Executive Assistant (internally known as Governance and Executive Assistant Manager)
Location: Milton Keynes/Hybrid (3 days per week in the office)
Hours: Full time 36.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £38,500
Closing Date for applications: Tuesday 24th February 2026
About the Role
This is truly a unique and rewarding role that combines the best of both worlds – strategic governance management and high-level executive support. You will be working at the very heart of the organisation, supporting the Chief Executive and Board of Trustees whilst ensuring that the highest standards of governance and compliance are maintained.
What makes this role special?
You will have the opportunity to work across dimensions of the charity, from coordinating board meetings and supporting trustee development, to providing essential executive assistance to the very busy CEO. Every day will be different, and you will play a vital part in helping achieve the mission of building a better world for the most vulnerable children who the charity serve.
As Governance and Executive Assistant, you will split your time between governance management (40%) and executive support (60%). Serving as the principal point of contact for the Board of Trustees, ensuring they have everything they need to govern effectively.
This role offers a genuine opportunity to develop your career in governance and executive support whilst contributing to something truly meaningful.
Is this you?
We are seeking someone who combines governance expertise with outstanding administrative skills. Someone who:
· Has proven experience providing high-level executive support to senior leaders
· Understands charity governance inside out, including trustee responsibilities and regulatory requirements
· Has exceptional attention to detail and can juggle multiple priorities with ease
· Communicates brilliantly both in writing and verbally (including minute-taking)
· Can build strong relationships at all levels, from trustees to external stakeholders
· Exercises sound judgment and handles confidential information with absolute discretion
· Is proactive, solution focused, and brings a calm, professional approach to everything you do
· Has commitment to supporting the Christian ethos and values of our organisation
If you are excited about this opportunity to combine your governance expertise with executive support skills, all whilst supporting a cause that matters, we would love you to hear from you!
Benefits include: a flexible and supportive working culture, pension scheme (with employer contributions), generous holiday allowance, free parking (Milton Keynes office), opportunities for faith-based gatherings, prayer, and devotionals and a welcoming, purpose-driven team who are passionate about making a difference.
About the Organisation
Join an international children’s charity working with children, their communities, and with supporters and partners, in almost 100 countries. Through long-term development projects, emergency responses and advocacy the organisation has helped bring lasting change to millions of children, over more than 60 years. As a Christian charity, everything is motivated by faith as we strive to reflect God’s unconditional love.
An offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of applicable background checks, including a criminal records check.
We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in the workforce. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented sections of the community. The organisation also operates flexible working policies and practices. As a Disability committed employer we encourage qualified individuals with a disability to apply and request a reasonable adjustment if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability.
You may also have experience in areas such EA, PA, Executive Assistant, Office Manager, Governance Officer, Governance Manager, Governance and Admin Manager, Governance and EA, Executive Assistant Governance, Board Secretary, Secretary, Trustee EA, EA to CEO, EA to the Board. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
The Stag operates through a low-risk hall-hire business model. It is not allowed to promote its own shows – it provides the professional facilities for others to hire space and put on shows.
Reporting to the Chairman of the Board of Trustees, the CEO leads a small, professional and dedicated team (currently 20 employees (17.8 FTE)) boosted with part-time casuals in the box office plus a team of volunteers at events. The CEO will ensure the charity fulfils its mission and achieves its charitable objectives whilst maintaining the strong financial sustainability it now enjoys.
The role requires the CEO to a be a BIIAB personal licence holder and to act as Designated Premises Supervisor as well as being the Company Secretary. More details from The Stag's website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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PA
Empower Change as a PA to the CFMO!
Join World Vision UK as a Personal Assistant to Drive Fundraising and Marketing Success
With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.
Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!
Position: PA to the Chief Fundraising & Marketing Officer
Location: Hybrid/Milton Keynes (onsite 2 days per week)
Hours: Full Time 36.5 per week
Contract: Maternity Cover - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Salary: Circa £30,874 per annum good range of benefits
Closing Date: 6th February 2026. We reserve the right to interview candidates and close the ad ahead of the closing date should a strong candidate be identified
Interview Dates: W/C 9th February 2026, in person
About the Role
World Vision UK is offering an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as the Personal Assistant (PA) to the Chief Fundraising & Marketing Officer (CFMO). This role is pivotal in supporting our mission to make a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable children around the world.
Key Responsibilities
· Executive Support: Provide comprehensive administrative support to the CFMO, including managing schedules, organising meetings, and handling correspondence.
· Liaison Duties: Serve as the primary point of contact between the CFMO, internal teams, and external partners, ensuring seamless communication and coordination.
· Organisational Tasks: Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and other materials as required, ensuring all documents are accurate and delivered on time.
· Event Coordination: Organise and coordinate meetings, conferences, and events, ensuring all logistics are effectively managed. This includes all directorate wide meetings such as prayer meetings, team away days and social gatherings.
· Project Management: Support the CFMO in various projects, ensuring deadlines are met and objectives are achieved.
· Managing Travel and External Engagements: Our CFMO is externally facing approximately 30% of the time, your travel management skills are critical. This will include planning and booking flights, accommodations, transportation, and itineraries to ensure smooth and efficient travel experiences.
· Cross Directorate Support: As a PA to the CFMO, you play a crucial role in supporting not just the CFMO but the entire directorate
About You
We are looking for someone with:
· Proven Experience: A successful track record of supporting directors or chief executives, demonstrating the ability to work efficiently within an organisational framework.
· Organisational Skills: Exceptional organisational abilities with a keen attention to detail, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and efficiently.
· Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of liaising effectively with a broad range of stakeholders.
· Motivation and Enthusiasm: A proactive and enthusiastic approach to work, with a passion for contributing to a mission-driven organisation.
· Flexibility: The ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic environment.
If you are looking to leverage your skills and experience in a role that offers both challenge and reward, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Together, we can create a better future for children in need.
All applicants must be willing to work within a Christian framework and be sensitive to its various expressions across cultures and denominations.
In addition to the salary offered, we offer:
· A flexible and supportive working culture
· Pension scheme (with employer contributions)
· Generous holiday allowance
· Free parking (Milton Keynes office)
· Opportunities for faith-based gatherings, prayer, and devotionals
· A welcoming, purpose-driven team who are passionate about making a difference
About the Organisation
World Vision is an international children’s charity working with children, their communities, and with supporters and partners, in almost 100 countries. Through long-term development projects, emergency responses and advocacy we’ve helped bring lasting change to millions of children, over more than 60 years. As a Christian organisation, everything we do is motivated by our faith as we strive to reflect God’s unconditional love.
An offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of applicable background checks, including a criminal records check.
World Vision is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in our workforce. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented sections of the community. World Vision UK also operates flexible working policies and practices. As a Disability committed employer we encourage qualified individuals with a disability to apply and request a reasonable adjustment if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability.
Please note the organisation can only consider applicants who presently have the right to work in the UK and all candidates must be personally committed to the Christian faith and be able to respect, uphold and work within our client’s Christian mission, values, culture and faith statements. This individual will represent and speak on behalf of a Christian charity and as such the Occupational Requirement for an active Christian faith is justified under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1, clause 3.
You may also have experience in areas such PA, Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, Administrator, Senior Administrator, Admin Manager, Administration Manager, PA to CEO, Personal Assistant to CEO, Exec PA, Executive PA.
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The Bishop of Gloucester, The Rt Revd Rachel Treweek, is seeking a highly organised, discreet and proactive Personal Assistant to support a busy episcopal ministry and the smooth day-to-day running of the Bishop’s Office.
Working as part of a small, welcoming team (alongside the Chaplain and Administrative Assistant), you will manager her diary, provide excellent administrative support, handle a wide range of enquiries and correspondence, and help coordinate meetings and specific events. You will bring strong discernment, a systematic approach, exceptional confidentiality, and the ability to remain calm and professional at all times, along with a positive attitude and sense of humour.
We expect that those who support the ministry of the Bishop of Gloucester are sympathetic to the Diocese’s mission to share the transforming Gospel of Jesus Christ, so people may know life in all its fullness.
We do this by supporting, enabling and equipping the Church of England in and around Gloucestershire.
Recruitment information.
The closing date for applications is Monday 16 February at 9.00am. Shortlisted Candidates will need to be available for interview on
Friday 27 February
The Diocese of Gloucester is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
This post is subject to the usual Church of England required safer recruitment and DBS checking processes.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
WORKING WITH US
The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve.
We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve.
As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris.
To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the page.
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ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking an organised, proactive and professional Personal Assistant to provide high-level support to the Director of Secondary Education at the Harris Federation. This 1-year fixed-term maternity cover role is central to ensuring the smooth running of the Director’s day-to-day operations, including diary management, stakeholder communication, meeting coordination and the preparation of key documents.
As part of our Head Office team, you will work closely with senior leaders and colleagues across our secondary academies, playing an important role in supporting the Federation’s mission to deliver an outstanding education for thousands of young people. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, and enjoys building strong, professional relationships.
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MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Your responsibilities will include:
- To present the professional and welcoming face of the Harris Federation and all secondary academies, to all visitors, staff and students, in person and on the telephone.
- To ensure that the Director’s diary is managed efficiently and effectively. This will involve liaising with a variety of external and internal stakeholders.
- To provide a daily/weekly diary and documentation and maintain an overview of approaching deadlines.
- To maintain the Director’s contacts.
- To maintain an exemplary professional environment for the Director at all times.
- To ensure that all visitors are welcomed and catered for in a professional manner, organising refreshments as appropriate.
- To exercise complete discretion when dealing with issues of confidentiality and sensitivity.
- To take all telephone calls, in the first instance, dealing with queries, passing on calls if necessary.
- To keep the Director’s meetings file and retrieve necessary paperwork as and when meetings arise.
- To be responsible for organising meetings and passing on messages between all stakeholders, parents/carers, external agencies and students and the Director.
- To liaise with clerks to Governors to ensure that all relevant paperwork and correspondence is efficiently managed for all the secondary academies.
- To support the Director with the preparation of paperwork and presentations for a range of meetings including interviews, disciplinary hearings, grievances, performance management, presentations, training sessions etc.
- To liaise with Federation admin teams, Data, HR, IT and Finance Business Managers, as well as PAs and Principals across the Federation as appropriate.
For a full list of responsibilities, please download the Job Pack.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We would like to hear from you if you have:
- Appropriate degree or equivalent experience in previous roles
- Trained in the use of a variety of ICT packages
- Knowledge of personal assistant roles and responsibilities
- Training in typing and formatting of a variety of documents including spreadsheets
- Experience of managing staff in relation to the PA role
- Some experience of human resources e.g. recruitment and/or monitoring attendance
- Experience of working to targets and deadlines
- Experience of managing meetings including preparation and circulation of papers, minutes and ensuring information is circulated as required
- Ability to communicate well both orally and in writing
- Ability to work to deadlines
- Ability to be flexible
- Ability to communicate exceptionally well with parents and carers as well as other stakeholders in the academy
For a full job specification, please download the Job Pack.
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APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION
If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation.
Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date.
When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application.
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OUR VISION & VALUES
Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed.
We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that’s why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Safeguarding Notice
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.
Equal Opportunities
The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.
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WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.
You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including:
- Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression
- Annual performance and loyalty bonus
- Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution
- 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts
- Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare
- Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
- Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
- Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts
- 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees
- Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans
For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.
Harris Hill is delighted to be working with Liverpool Zoe’s Place (LZP) to recruit its first Chief Executive Officer.
Zoe's Place was founded in Liverpool in 1995 as the first hospice in the UK specifically providing for the needs of babies and younger children. Liverpool Zoe’s Place (LZP) was established in December 2024 and took over full responsibility for the management of the hospice on May 1st 2025. In late 2024 the people of Liverpool, the North West, and even further afield helped us to raise more than £7,000,000 to secure the future of our hospice, and to build a state-of-the-art new facility in West Derby.
Our team of specialist nurses and healthcare assistants are supported by a wide range of other healthcare professionals to provide respite care, therapies and bereavement care to babies and children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions, and their families.
As Chief Executive, you will:
· Bring inspirational leadership to the LZP.
· Manage, plan and implement LZP’s strategy.
· Ensure the Hospice provides and promotes excellent clinical care.
If you are inspired and excited by what Liverpool Zoe’s Place does, we’d love to hear from you.
Job title: Chief Executive Officer
Salary: £75,000 - £80,000 p.a.
Contract: Permanent / Full-time
Location: Zoe's Place, Yew Tree Lane, West Derby, Liverpool, L12 9HH
How to apply:
Please review the Recruitment Pack for further information about Liverpool Zoe’s Place, the CEO position and for details on how to apply.
Closing date for applications: 9am, Friday 13th February 2026
Both Liverpool Zoe’s Place and Harris Hill operate an equal opportunity policy and commit to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Executive Assistant (CEO and Board of Trustees)
We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high level administrative and governance support to a Chief Executive and Board of Trustees within an international charity.
Position: Executive Assistant (CEO and Board of Trustees)
Salary: Circa £50,000 per annum, dependent on experience
Location: Home based, UK
Hours: Full time
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 21 February 2026
About the Role
This is a senior Executive Assistant role supporting the Chief Executive and Board of Trustees within a small central team working across multiple countries. The role combines complex diary management, international travel coordination and formal governance administration. It is fast paced and requires strong judgement, discretion and the ability to manage competing priorities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing complex diaries across multiple time zones
- Monitoring and managing inboxes and drafting correspondence
- Arranging domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodation, visas and itineraries
- Preparing documents for signature, including legal, financial and donor related paperwork
- Providing briefings on priorities and upcoming commitments
- Coordinating Board and sub committee meetings, including scheduling, logistics and papers
- Supporting minute taking where appropriate
- Managing trustee travel, expenses and records
- Supporting statutory and regulatory filings
- Liaising with senior colleagues to coordinate meetings and communications
- Managing shared inboxes and directing incoming enquiries
- Supporting internal and external events such as AGMs and leadership meetings
- Handling confidential information with professionalism and discretion
About You
You will be an experienced Executive Assistant who is comfortable working at senior level and supporting governance processes in a complex organisation.
You will be able to demonstrate:
- Significant experience supporting senior executives, ideally at CEO or Board level
- Experience of governance or Board administration
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Experience coordinating international travel and logistics
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail and ability to anticipate needs
- Confidence using Microsoft 365 and digital filing systems
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Professional judgement, confidentiality and discretion
Desirable:
- Experience working with high profile or culturally diverse individuals
- Interest in cultural heritage or international development
About the Organisation
The organisation works internationally to support artisan communities and protect cultural heritage. It operates across multiple countries and delivers programmes in complex environments. A small UK based central team supports leadership and global operations.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Senior Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, Chief Executive Assistant, Governance Officer, Board Secretary, Senior Administrator
This role is home based in the UK and applicants must have the right to work in the UK. The organisation is unable to sponsor work visas.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
About Ally Pally
As a charity we are committed to safeguarding our heritage while continually evolving our offer to meet the needs of today's audiences and communities. We are at a pivotal moment in our journey with our 10-year vision A Sustainable Home for All That We Do sets out an ambitious future; enabling everyone to experience inspirational culture, world-class entertainment, unique heritage and restorative green space
About The Role
The Governance Manager is a trusted advisor to the Board of Trustees and the Executive Leadership Team on all governance matters.
The post holder will manage the day-to-day administration of governance functions.
Essential
- Board and Executive Team administrative support
- Ensure full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
- Lead the design of the governance framework, policies and procedures
- Coordinate Trustee recruitment, appointment and inductions
- Coordinate risk management systems and reporting frameworks
- Oversee compliance with UK GDPR and Data Protection Legislation
- Maintain all statutory records, registers and governance documentation
- Collate and track organisational performance against KPIs
For further details including how to apply please see the JOB PACK on Alexandra Palace's careers page
The deadline for applications is 5pm Tuesday 17 February
Our mission is: To repair, restore and maintain the park and palace for the recreation and enjoyment of the public forever.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
In every part of our society, from classrooms to boardrooms and from football pitches to building sites, more people need support for their mental health. At Response, we are rising to the challenge and putting the person first. We need you to help us achieve that.
About Us:
For 60 years, RESPONSE has been pioneering mental health supported housing services for over 500 adults and hundreds of Young People across West Berkshire, Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire.
Mental health and multiple disadvantage is the common thread through all our services. We deliver this through enabling individuals to live safely and well in communities, offering housing, psychologically informed care, life skills and support in developing social connections. We provide a sliding scale of support - from prevention interventions in local communities to intensive support for serious mental illness in our CQC registered care home. Our approach positions us as a support and care organisation first with housing as an enabler, not the product.
Our AMBITION is illustrated in our numerous NHS and Council contracts and turnover of around £18m, meaning we’re well-placed to deliver life changing services in the community, with our high quality support and stable homes.
Who we are looking for:
You would play a vital role in the leadership of our fantastic organisation ensuring effective delivery of our strategy. A genuine interest and commitment to the organisation's Mission, Values and Strategic Goals is essential along with an understanding of compliance, risk management and operational best practice.
We are seeking a few individuals with experience at a senior leadership level in at any of the following areas:
Housing, Accommodation and Tenancy Management
- Knowledge of supported housing operations
- Understanding of housing regulations, compliance and safeguarding
- Experience managing tenancies or accommodation services
Asset and Property Management
- Oversight of property portfolios or maintenance strategies
- Experience with capital projects, repairs, and long-term asset planning
- Understanding of health & safety and building compliance
IT and Digital Transformation
- Digital transfrmation, cloud systems, or data strategy
- Cybersecurity, infrmation governance, or digital service delivery
- Experience mdernising organisational infrastructure or digital tools
What you will do:
- Ensure legal, regulatory and constitutional compliance: including charity law, governing documents, relevant legislation, and integrity in decision-making.
- Provide strategic leadership oversight: setting mission, strategic goals, overseeing key organisational decisions and performance.
- Oversee governance structures and risk management: ensuring appropriate systems of control, risk frameworks and delegation arrangements are in place.
- Actively engage with the organisation: building relationships, visiting services, participating in committees, and contributing skills, ideas, and time.
As a large organisation, we need Trustees who can invest a suitable amount of time, on a flexible basis, each month. As a guide, a Trustee could be investing around 5 hours a month to RESPONSE (to include the formal board meetings, which take place bi-monthly). However, if you are unable to commit to this time, we would still like to speak to you about what you can offer!
How to Apply:
Response will continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees and individuals accessing our services. We are proud of our commitment to diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from under represented backgrounds. For further information and to find out how to apply please visit the RESPONSE website: . Alternatively, if you would like to arrange an initial informal conversation with Nicola Leavesley (CEO) please contact Claire Pouncey, Executive PA on
Job Title: Head of Finance and Infrastructure
Location: St. Edmunds Office, York. YO10 4UX, Flexible hybrid office and home working available.
Department: Executive
Type (full time/part-time): Full time
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Perm/FTC: Permanent
Organisation Overview:
We are Age UK York, a local independent charity which exists to support the older people of York and those around them. For over 50 years our team of staff, volunteers and supporters have helped us to offer a wide range of services providing vital and trusted support so often when it is needed most.
Our vital work is needed today as much as ever and we ever welcome people to join our team as together we realise our shared mission of making a positive difference to the lives of the older people of York.
Job Summary:
Age UK York is offering an exciting opportunity to join our fantastic team and support our vital work here in York.
We are looking to find for our new Head of Finance and Infrastructure role and someone who can bring their experience, expertise and passion to support our local York charity, our team and those we are here to help each and every day.
You will manage our brilliant team across our Finance and Infrastructure team with a focus on strong financial management together with those underpinning arrangement on which our work is build from ICT, Health and Safety and how we harness data and insight. With both internal and external focus the role will lead on our financial management and helping our organisation to make every penny entrusted to us count as we develop, manage and realise our financial goals and the difference the enable Age UK York to make in supporting older people and those around them across York.
You will provide leadership across our organisation as a member of our Senior Leadership Team and work closely with our Board of Trustees.
The opportunity offers an excellent benefits package and not only take forward the strong legacy from our current team though bring your own identity, ideas and strengths to the fore in our collective efforts to be there tomorrow and beyond.
. Our Head of Finance and Infrastructure will play a pivotal and valued role in working across our organisation and with our wonderful support function team in enabling the effective foundations of all we do and driving forward our shared goals and our commitments into the future.
Key Responsibilities:
We are looking for an experienced financial manager with a keen eye for detail and drive for high performance, continuous improvement and team work. With an ambition and drive to make a telling contribution and strengthen our charity and the difference we can together make in supporting older people and communities.
We recognise that whilst our role has a financial management focus there is a broader-ranging role, and you may not have experienced all aspects of it before, but if you have:
· Experience and success in leading financial management for an organisation
· Managed a team providing support, motivation and nurturing talent and opportunity
· Experience in providing leadership within an organisation and an eye for detail in strengthening working practices.
· A track record of building and maintained successful partnerships;
· Experience in leading teams in successfully delivering finance and support functions
· The ability to readily transfer your existing experiences and skills to a new challenge;
· Understanding of your strengths and areas for continuing development and proactively build your knowledge and skills
We would love to hear from you.
We’re looking for someone who:
· Demonstrates strong leadership and people management skills, with experience of leading cross function teams.
· Is successful in providing financial management for an organisation and effective in collaborating and supporting non-financial colleagues in our shared financial goals and successful practice.
· Demonstrates wider leadership qualities including contributing to overarching organisational strategic priorities.
· Skilled, including an excellent communicator, in building and maintaining successful relationships across internal teams and external partnership as an ambassador for our organisation
· Able, and experienced, in delivering in meeting outcomes and targets whilst supporting a performance and continuous improvement organisational approach.
· Highly organised, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment;
· Strong attention to detail and inquisitiveness qualities, and able to apply and be energised to meet organisational challenges and opportunities in continually strengthening our organisation to help us realise our vision, mission and priorities.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· Ability to prepare, manage, monitor and report on budgets.
· Previous experience in one or more, management or financial accounting roles delivering day to day finance functions.
· Experience of line management and support, motivation and development to colleagues and collective team.
· Experience of supporting the development and delivery of high quality services through financial management and support to operational colleagues.
· Effective understanding of financial statistics and accounting principles.
· Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Including interpreting and communicating financial information to non-finance function colleagues; a facilitative and accessible approach; ability to manage remote communications and diplomacy and conflict resolution skills.
· Passion and commitment to work within a not for profit organisation and support a team approach in working to help others.
· Decision making – ability to make decisions based on an analysis of data and insights, including financial, performance and needs based data.
Salary and Benefits:
· £39,527 (FTE) per year
· A genuinely friendly and supportive environment
· Generous holidays – 26.5 days plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time employees). Additional leave – an extra day of long service.
· Birthday day off
· Enhanced sick pay after 6 months of service
· Flexible work schedule
· Potential for funding towards professional qualifications
· Employee discounts
· Free eye test
· Free flu jab
- Free DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service)
Application Deadline: Monday 23 February at 10am
Interviews:
Should your application be successful, you will be invited to a first stage interview on Thursday 5 or Friday 6 March. Final interviews are planned to take place during the week commencing 16 March 2026. Thank you and good luck.
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are inclusive and welcome everyone – we want applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Wells Cathedral is on an exciting journey.
We have embarked on an ambitious ten-year plan. We are on a mission to become the UK’s most joyful cathedral, and we want to have a genuinely positive impact on individual lives, on the City of Wells, the County of Somerset and far beyond.
We are carefully conserving our stunning world-class, 850-year-old heritage site, and we remain committed to being a beacon of light and hope, a sacred space of prayer and a place of wonder – now and for generations to come.
We also want to elevate our brand and grow our visitor numbers. We are investing in making our visitor experience even better, for everyone. We want to ensure Wells Cathedral is known as one of the UK’s top ‘must see’ tourism attractions, and we want to reach and engage a much wider range of people. And as part of that mission, we are now investing in growing our Marketing & Communications Team.
Wells Cathedral’s Marketing & Communications Team delivers direction and support across all areas of Cathedral life, including visitor experience, fundraising, worship and music, events, venue hire, library and archives, as well as our Cathedral Shop and Loft Café. The Team covers the full scope of marketing and communications activities, including researching and identifying target audiences, designing strategic marketing plans, generating earned media exposure through PR activity, developing and implementing brand identity, and delivering integrated campaign creative across social, digital, print, broadcast and OOH channels.
Reporting the Director of Marketing & Communications, the Marketing & Communications Assistant will play a significant role in supporting the delivery of all of this, effectively and efficiently, across the organisation. This is a truly unique early career opportunity for an ambitious marketer looking to gain hands-on experience across a wide range of disciplines.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting efficient workflow by responding to incoming requests and scheduling projects
- Enhancing online customer experience and engagement by providing real-time responses to social media DMs, comments and reviews
- Timely display and removal of onsite promotional and information banners, posters, flyers and POS material
- Assisting the Director of Marketing & Communications, Head of Filming and Content Creator during film crew, photographer, influencer and media visits
- Assisting the Director of Marketing & Communications in strategic marketing campaign planning
- Actively participating in team meetings both within Marketing & Communications, and with stakeholders across the organisation
- Supporting the Content Creator in capturing photographic and video content at services, events and activities, as required
- Assisting the Design and Digital Services Executive in the production of on-brand artwork for corporate literature, signage and point-of-sale material
- Ensuring website content is always up-to-date
- Capturing marketing performance data to create KPI dashboards and inform campaign strategies
Person specification
Criteria
Essential
A clear and demonstrable interest in marketing and communications, with ambition to progress within this field
Excellent written communication skills and a confident proof-reader
A professional approach to both internal and external communication
An eye for audience-appropriate graphic communication, including typography and photography within brand guidelines
A specific interest in working within the arts, culture and heritage sector
An understanding of online data analysis for monitoring and informing marketing
A confident and collaborative team player, able to work with direction
An energetic and enthusiastic creative thinker
Ability to meet deadlines and remain calm under pressure
Able and willing to attend occasional evening and weekend events as required
Demonstrable commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults
Desirable
A marketing-related qualification at degree or diploma level
A good working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel and Powerpoint
Demonstrable experience of using Adobe Creative Cloud applications such as InDesign, Photoshop and Acrobat
Demonstrable experience and/or knowledge of any of the following subjects: Christianity, Tourism, History, Music, Live Events, Hospitality, Retail
A confident verbal communicator
An understanding of marketing campaign strategies
Main Terms and Conditions
Employment status: Permanent contract of employment
Location: Wells Cathedral Offices, Wells, BA5 2RB
Hours of work: full-time, 35 working hours per week (Monday to Friday). Flexible working will be considered.
Remuneration: £25,000 per annum, payable on the 24th of the month or the nearest working day thereto
Discount: A discount of 10% is available from the Cathedral Shop and The Loft Café.
Parking: Limited parking is available in the Cathedral car park. Cars are parked at the risk of the owner.
Pension: Defined Contribution Scheme. Contributions as % of salary:
Age Employee Employer
<50 3% 5%
50–55 4% 8%
>55 5% 10%
Expenses: All reasonable working expenses will be met in line with Cathedral policy.
Holiday (inclusive of bank holidays): 6.8 weeks per holiday year. The holiday year runs from 1 January to 31 December.
Probation: This post will be subject to a probationary period of 6 months.
How to Apply
To apply, please fill in the Application Form and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form available on the Vacancies section of Wells Cathedral's website and return them to the HR Manager.
Closing date: 9am Friday 20 February 2026
Shortlisting date: Monday 23 February 2026
To ensure the fairness of the selection process, shortlisting will be based upon the information which you provide in your application and assumptions will not be made about your experience or skills. We will look for demonstrable evidence that you meet the criteria set out in the Person Specification. Information provided on the Application Form will be viewed by HR, the recruiting manager, and interview panel. All applicants will be notified of the outcome of the shortlisting process.
Interview date: Wednesday 4 March 2026
Further details about the selection process will be provided to shortlisted candidates.
The appointment will be subject to the completion of pre-employment checks, including references and a satisfactory basic DBS check.
Safeguarding
We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of all children, young people, and adults, and the care and nurture of children within church communities. We will carefully select, train, and support all those with any responsibility within the Church, in line with Safer Recruitment principles.
This means that we will:
· Ensure that our recruitment and selection processes are inclusive, fair, consistent, and transparent;
· Take all reasonable steps to prevent those who might harm children or adults from taking up positions of respect, responsibility, or authority where they are trusted by others; and
· Adhere to Safer Recruitment legislation, guidance, and standards.
The successful candidate will be required to complete a Declaration of Suitability as part of our recruitment process when an offer of employment is made. This form is strictly confidential and, except under compulsion of law, will be seen only by those involved in the recruitment process. All forms will be kept securely in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Please fill in our Application Form and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form.
At Wells Cathedral, our mission guides what we do as a church and organisation, while our values shape how we do it.





