Headmaster’s Executive Assistant

Required as soon as possible

The Headmaster’s Executive Assistant will be a passionate and driven individual; a self-starter with high levels of personal and professional organisation, integrity, discretion and confidentiality.

You will work closely alongside the Headmaster to enable him to make the best use of his time and ensure that work is handled effectively and efficiently. You will be responsible also on a day-to-day basis for all administrative duties, communication and operational duties within the Headmaster’s Office.

Embley is a warm and welcoming independent day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 2–18. We place a strong focus on academic ambition and strive to produce resilient, creative and independent learners who are flexible and proactive, who can solve problems, make decisions, think critically and communicate ideas effectively. The extensive grounds provide a calm and beautiful space in which to work and enables pupils to learn, play, compete and achieve.

Benefits include 25 days’ holiday per year; free lunches during term time; a Cycle to Work scheme; discount on fees for children at the school.

We are an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and enhanced DBS clearance.

For further information and an application pack please contact the Headmaster’s Executive Assistant on 01794 512206 or email

Closing date for applications is 28th February

The School reserves the right to hold interviews sooner for the right candidate.