Personal Assistant to the Principal & Administrator

Job title and organisation: Personal Assistant to the Principal & Administrator - White Rose Academies Trust
Salary: SO1, point 23 – 25 (Actual £32,305 - £34,115)
Hours: 37 per week, term time only plus 15 additional days
Contract: Permanent
Location: Leeds City Academy
Closing Date and Time: Monday 23 November 2026 at 9:00am

Post: 1022

This is an extremely exciting time to be joining Leeds City Academy, one of the most rapidly improving schools within the Leeds area and county of West Yorkshire. We are an 11-16 academy and one of four schools within White Rose Academies Trust, a trust recognised nationally for its ground-breaking and transformational impact on the lives of the young people it serves. The academy had a Section 5 Inspection in May 2019 achieving an overall Good judgement with Leadership and Management judged as Outstanding.

Our highly motivated and talented students are at the very centre of everything we do and the shared mission of all our stakeholders is to work ‘In Partnership’ in securing the aspirations and ambitions of every one of our young people. Our academy is a unique and truly inspirational place to work, enhanced by our wonderful students who come from a diverse range of cultures, heritage and experiences; a significant proportion of students speak English as an additional language.

Please apply if you wish to work for a Multi Academy Trust which values and supports the next move in your career.

Role:

In this role you will provide a professional, efficient and welcoming reception and administrative service to the academy. You will provide a dedicated, confidential personal assistant service for the Principal, Academy Business Manager and Senior Leadership Team (SLT), as required, managing daily tasks and ensuring the smooth operation of the academy. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic large secondary academy and contribute to the success of our students in line with our vision and values.

The Personal Assistant will need to be organised, efficient and self-motivated able to work independently and as a team, using their experience of working with senior stakeholders in a fast paced environment. Providing comprehensive support to the Principal across all areas of their work, including managing and coordinating calendars, preparing documents and resources for meetings, overseeing research and project-based activities and ensuring Senior Leaders are up to date with upcoming projects, timelines, and responding to other requests as required.

To undertake duties, as requested by the Principal / Academy Business Manager, to assist with the efficient running of the Academy’s support services.

White Rose Academies Trust is a local trust dedicated to raising and fulfilling the ambitions of young people. Our academies throughout Leeds are at the heart of the communities they serve, which is why we are committed to delivering an outstanding education to every one of our students.

The trust employs over 500 outstanding professionals who are committed to unlocking the potential of the next generation. Our CPD Programme is focused on innovation, leadership development and delivery of excellence for vulnerable groups. Our Beginner Teacher Programme is amongst the best in the region. We are on a significant journey which will see all of our schools Ofsted rated as World Class within five years.

Closing Date: 9am, 23rd November 2026

Shortlisting Date: 23rd November 2026

Interview Date: TBC

To apply, please visit: Personal Assistant to the Principal & Administrator at Leeds City Academy, Leeds, West Yorkshire | MyNewTerm

White Rose Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expects all staff and volunteers to share the commitment. Appointments will be subject to Safer Recruitment Procedures and an enhanced DBS check.

Please note this role will involve contact with children and you will be engaging in regulated activity. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects the population of Leeds. Applications are welcome from all, irrespective of sex, sexuality, race, religion, marital status, age or disability

The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.
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