Part time PA to the Leader and Cabinet Members (18.5 hours per week)
| Posting date: | 24 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15,376 to £18,070 per year |
| Additional salary information: | pro rata for 18.5 hours per week inclusive of London Weighting (FTE £30,753 - £36,141 per year inclusive of London Weighting) |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 30 November 2025 |
| Location: | Bracknell, Berkshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Bracknell Forest Council |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | CM/25/326797 |
Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Personal Assistant to support the Leader and Cabinet Members of Bracknell Forest on a part time, fixed term contract, terminating on 30 June 2027.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a Council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
About you…
You are a proactive and highly organised professional with experience in senior administrative support, capable of providing comprehensive assistance to the Leader of the Council and Cabinet Members. You have exceptional communication skills, a sharp eye for detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities with discretion and professionalism. You thrive in fast-paced, high-profile environments and are confident handling complex diary management and strategic administrative tasks.
About the team…
You will be joining a dedicated and professional team of PAs who are committed to delivering exceptional support. Collaboration, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to excellence define our working culture, creating an energising environment where your contributions are recognised and valued. The team takes pride in working together to achieve results and supporting one another in a dynamic and rewarding setting.
Key responsibilities...
Provide proactive, confidential, and high-quality support to the Leader and Cabinet Members, including diary and email management, meeting arrangements, and handling sensitive queries.
Prepare and circulate agendas, minutes, and papers; take minutes and follow up on action points.
Act as the main point of contact for the Leader, Cabinet Members, Senior Officers, and external partners, demonstrating tact, diplomacy, and political sensitivity at all times.
Support onboarding and induction of new councillors providing guidance on civic protocol and governance.
To act as a liaison with the Leader and Cabinet Members to ensure smooth collaboration between Members and Officers.
Due to the nature of the role, the postholder may be required to be onsite ahead of some evening meetings to support the Leader and Cabinet Members.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a Council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
About you…
You are a proactive and highly organised professional with experience in senior administrative support, capable of providing comprehensive assistance to the Leader of the Council and Cabinet Members. You have exceptional communication skills, a sharp eye for detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities with discretion and professionalism. You thrive in fast-paced, high-profile environments and are confident handling complex diary management and strategic administrative tasks.
About the team…
You will be joining a dedicated and professional team of PAs who are committed to delivering exceptional support. Collaboration, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to excellence define our working culture, creating an energising environment where your contributions are recognised and valued. The team takes pride in working together to achieve results and supporting one another in a dynamic and rewarding setting.
Key responsibilities...
Provide proactive, confidential, and high-quality support to the Leader and Cabinet Members, including diary and email management, meeting arrangements, and handling sensitive queries.
Prepare and circulate agendas, minutes, and papers; take minutes and follow up on action points.
Act as the main point of contact for the Leader, Cabinet Members, Senior Officers, and external partners, demonstrating tact, diplomacy, and political sensitivity at all times.
Support onboarding and induction of new councillors providing guidance on civic protocol and governance.
To act as a liaison with the Leader and Cabinet Members to ensure smooth collaboration between Members and Officers.
Due to the nature of the role, the postholder may be required to be onsite ahead of some evening meetings to support the Leader and Cabinet Members.
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