Job Description

Personal Assistant to the Principalship

Salary:

28,786 - 30,690 per annum + excellent benefits

Location:

Oldham College, Greater Manchester

Oldham College is a leading education provider committed to

academic excellence, innovation, and professional development

. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive environment where both students and staff can thrive and achieve their full potential.

About the Role

We are seeking a

highly organised and proactive Personal Assistant (PA) to the Principalship

to provide

executive-level administrative support

to our senior leadership team. This is a key role within the college, requiring professionalism, discretion, and the ability to manage sensitive information confidentially.

Key Responsibilities

Provide efficient

administrative and executive support

to the Principalship team. Manage diaries, schedule meetings, and coordinate events. Prepare documents, reports, and presentations with a high level of accuracy. Communicate effectively on behalf of senior leaders, both internally and externally. Ensure smooth day-to-day operations in a

fast-paced educational environment

.
About You

The successful candidate will be:

Experienced in a

PA, Executive Assistant, or senior administrative role

, ideally within education or supporting senior executives. Proficient in

Microsoft Office Suite

(Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other administrative systems. A confident communicator, both written and verbal, with strong interpersonal skills. Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to prioritise effectively. Flexible, adaptable, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
Why Join Oldham College?

Competitive salary plus a generous benefits package. Opportunities for

professional development and career progression

. A collaborative and supportive workplace culture. The chance to make a positive impact in education.
Interviews for this position will be held at the end of September.

Further information on the requirements of the role can be found in the attached .

Joining our Journey:

When you join our college, not only will you benefit from an annual reviewed salary but have access to numerous benefits and facilities:

Generous Pension Scheme

Fantastic Staff Benefits and Rewards platform

Very generous holiday entitlement

Employee Assistance Scheme

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity provision

Staff Development days/week (Jan, July, Aug)

Free confidential counselling service

Staff recognition awards

Car Scheme

Subsidised car parking

On-site Day Nursery

On-site hair and beauty salon

Our ambition is to be "The Best Place to Learn and Work". We expect a lot from you, so we want ambitious, open minded candidates, who are ready to give their best. But we give a lot in return, from training to pensions, our own benefits package, and one of the best and most helpful group of colleagues you could ever wish to meet.

If your application is successful, your personal data may be used for a pre-employment screening check by a third party as permitted by applicable law. Depending on the vacancy and applicable laws, a pre-employment screening could include, employment history, education and other information (such as media information) that may be necessary for determining your qualifications and suitability for the role.

Oldham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.

Any appointments will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and a check of the DfE Barred List

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation Act 1974. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children and vulnerable adults.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,768.00-30,690.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen Company pension Free parking Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Sick pay Store discount Transport links
Work Location: In person