Executive Assistant to the Deputy Principal (on-site)
| Posting date: | 23 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £32,172 to £35,124 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 January 2026 |
| Location: | Ipswich, Suffolk |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Suffolk New College |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Executive Assistant to the Deputy Principal (on-site) |
Summary
Executive Assistant to the Deputy Principal (on-site)
Starting salary is £32,172 per annum
37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
We are seeking an Executive Assistant to join the college at an exciting time.
You will work to the Admin Manager who manages the central and student administration teams. The main focus of your role is to carry out PA duties for the Deputy Principal and to be part of the small team of Executive Assistants that support the Executive Team at the College.
This is a varied role which contributes to many aspects of the College and will suit someone who has excellent organisational skills, alongside with the ability to build and sustain effective working relationships, and a customer-focused approach.
Suffolk New College is a multi-campus, with sites in the urban environment of Ipswich the rural setting of Otley. You will have the opportunity to work across both campuses, experiencing the wonderful differences they offer, and there is a college shuttle to support any transportation needs. Whilst this role is not hybrid, there is an option of occasional home working.
At Suffolk New College, we promote the culture of BeSNC. Implementing BeSNC is not just a choice; it's a commitment to providing the best possible environment for our learners to thrive. It's a commitment to nurturing an inclusive and supportive community where each student, staff and community member can reach their full potential.
Suffolk New College puts our learners at the centre of our focus and we are looking for an individual who wants to be part of an organisation critical to the local community.
If you have any questions about the college or this role please contact Kerry Hiskey, Admin Manager & Executive Assistant to the Deputy CEO on 01473 382459, kerryhiskey@suffolk.ac.uk
Closing date: Sunday 11th January 2026 at Midnight
The College reserves the right to close this advert early. Due to the Christmas break, the College will be closed from 24 December 2025 to 5 January 2026.
Interview date: To be confirmed
This College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As part of our on-going commitment to Equality and Diversity, Suffolk New College guarantee to short list all applicants from a black or ethnic minority group who meet the essential criteria and all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. All appointments are subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.
We do not recognise any agencies or search agencies acting on our behalf unless they have been officially engaged. Applicants should apply to us directly and not be persuaded to go via an agency.
The college will not recognise any agency fees for recruitment activities unless an active engagement linked to a specific role has been agreed. The college will not pay fees associated with CVs or applicants who are sent to the college via agencies on a speculative basis or in response to college adverts.
Agencies should refrain from sending CVs to anyone working for the college on a speculative basis. The college will make approaches to agencies via our HR team if we feel that we need assistance with a post.
Starting salary is £32,172 per annum
37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
We are seeking an Executive Assistant to join the college at an exciting time.
You will work to the Admin Manager who manages the central and student administration teams. The main focus of your role is to carry out PA duties for the Deputy Principal and to be part of the small team of Executive Assistants that support the Executive Team at the College.
This is a varied role which contributes to many aspects of the College and will suit someone who has excellent organisational skills, alongside with the ability to build and sustain effective working relationships, and a customer-focused approach.
Suffolk New College is a multi-campus, with sites in the urban environment of Ipswich the rural setting of Otley. You will have the opportunity to work across both campuses, experiencing the wonderful differences they offer, and there is a college shuttle to support any transportation needs. Whilst this role is not hybrid, there is an option of occasional home working.
At Suffolk New College, we promote the culture of BeSNC. Implementing BeSNC is not just a choice; it's a commitment to providing the best possible environment for our learners to thrive. It's a commitment to nurturing an inclusive and supportive community where each student, staff and community member can reach their full potential.
Suffolk New College puts our learners at the centre of our focus and we are looking for an individual who wants to be part of an organisation critical to the local community.
If you have any questions about the college or this role please contact Kerry Hiskey, Admin Manager & Executive Assistant to the Deputy CEO on 01473 382459, kerryhiskey@suffolk.ac.uk
Closing date: Sunday 11th January 2026 at Midnight
The College reserves the right to close this advert early. Due to the Christmas break, the College will be closed from 24 December 2025 to 5 January 2026.
Interview date: To be confirmed
This College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As part of our on-going commitment to Equality and Diversity, Suffolk New College guarantee to short list all applicants from a black or ethnic minority group who meet the essential criteria and all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. All appointments are subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.
We do not recognise any agencies or search agencies acting on our behalf unless they have been officially engaged. Applicants should apply to us directly and not be persuaded to go via an agency.
The college will not recognise any agency fees for recruitment activities unless an active engagement linked to a specific role has been agreed. The college will not pay fees associated with CVs or applicants who are sent to the college via agencies on a speculative basis or in response to college adverts.
Agencies should refrain from sending CVs to anyone working for the college on a speculative basis. The college will make approaches to agencies via our HR team if we feel that we need assistance with a post.
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