Executive Personal Assistant

Are you a professional powerhouse with exceptional organisational flair, top-tier discretion, and a passion for making things happen behind the scenes?

Join Newham College as the Executive Personal Assistant to the Principal and Chief Executive, and step into a pivotal role at the heart of one of London’s most dynamic educational institutions.

About Us:

Newham College is a leading further education institution, driven by a powerful mission: to develop the skills, confidence, and qualifications for local people to lead rich lives and build great careers.

We’re on an exciting journey — and this is your opportunity to play a key part in that transformation.

What You’ll Do:

• Working closely with the Director of Governance and acting as the principal’s right hand, you’ll:
• Be the gatekeeper and primary liaison between the principal and key internal/external stakeholders.
• Own and manage a complex diary: from high-level meetings to national travel itineraries.
• Draft communications, prepare briefing notes, and ensure the principal is always one step ahead.
• Coordinate high-level leadership meetings, record actions, and track delivery against key milestones.
• Lead on internal events including College development days and awards ceremonies.
• Provide crucial admin support during Ofsted inspections and external stakeholder visits.

What You’ll Bring:

We’re looking for someone who thrives in high-pressure environments, maintains absolute confidentiality, and commands confidence across all levels.

We value people who are:

• Professional, reliable and proactive
• Diplomatic and emotionally intelligent
• Flexible and adaptable under pressure
• Committed to integrity, inclusivity, and continuous improvement

Why Join Us?

At Newham College, we champion diversity, inclusion, and personal development. You’ll be part of an organisation that puts students first, is committed to net-zero sustainability goals, and upholds the highest safeguarding and ethical standards.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The College has a strong commitment to working towards the implementation of equality of opportunity in both service delivery and employment. The College’s mission and strategic objectives directly support this aim. All employees are required to actively support the development, dissemination and implementation of this aim and related policies and programmes.

Safeguarding of Children and Vulnerable Adults

The College is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all learners and expects its staff to share this commitment. All posts in the College are subject to Disclosure and Barring Service check at Enhanced Level.

Recruitment Process The email account you use to apply will be used for recruitment communication. Please ensure that you use an email account that you regularly monitor.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed