Executive Assistant & Communications Lead
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 20 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 19 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Studley, Warwickshire, B80 7QX |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 80b6156d-23c6-4379-9c5c-a391610b31b3 |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
Job Title: Executive Assistant & Communications Lead
Location: Redditch Area (with some travel across Shires MAT schools)
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours a week Term time only + 2 weeks but could also be full year, generally Mon- Thurs 8.30-4.30 Friday 8.30-4pm Friday but with some flexibility required to attend Trust Board/ Meetings with CEO. Pay Scale: Scale 5 SO1 16-24 £30,518 - £35,412 (Full Year) Role Reports to: CEO
Overview
As Executive Assistant & Communications Lead, you will provide high-level strategic and operational support to the CEO and Trust Executive Team, enabling them to drive excellence across the Shires Multi Academy Trust.
In line with the Trust’s commitment to inclusive, proactive, and dynamic practice, the postholder will ensure that communications are clear, positive, and aligned with the Trust’s mission that everyone can flourish.
This role strengthens collaboration across our family of schools each with high levels of autonomy but united by shared systems, values, and ambitions. The postholder will support the CEO in day-to-day projects, organisation and processes, help the Trust communicate its achievements, support staff and pupil success, and highlight the positive impact of a growing, forward-thinking MAT.
Application Process:
To apply, please send your completed application form, along with a two-page covering letter clearly demonstrating how you meet the requirements set out in the Person Specification, to HR @shiremat.org.uk
• Closing Date for Applications: Friday 20th February 2026 10am
• Interviews: Week Commencing 2nd March 2026.
For further information and to download the application form, please visit our website: Vacancies | Shires MAT.
If you would like further information, please email HR @shiresmat.org.uk who will be happy to organise a telephone call to discuss the role.
What the school offers its staff
This role strengthens collaboration across our family of schools each with high levels of autonomy but united by shared systems, values, and ambitions. The postholder will support the CEO in day-to-day projects, organisation and processes, help the Trust communicate its achievements, support staff and pupil success, and highlight the positive impact of a growing, forward-thinking MAT.
Commitment to safeguarding
Shires Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to Enhanced DBS check, a prohibition from teaching check and in accordance with our statutory obligations under KCSIE, Shires MAT is required to conduct an online search as part of our due diligence on appointed candidates. This helps identify any incidents/issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the Shires MAT might want to explore with you. The Trust is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and diversity
Job Title: Executive Assistant & Communications Lead
Location: Redditch Area (with some travel across Shires MAT schools)
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours a week Term time only + 2 weeks but could also be full year, generally Mon- Thurs 8.30-4.30 Friday 8.30-4pm Friday but with some flexibility required to attend Trust Board/ Meetings with CEO. Pay Scale: Scale 5 SO1 16-24 £30,518 - £35,412 (Full Year) Role Reports to: CEO
Overview
As Executive Assistant & Communications Lead, you will provide high-level strategic and operational support to the CEO and Trust Executive Team, enabling them to drive excellence across the Shires Multi Academy Trust.
In line with the Trust’s commitment to inclusive, proactive, and dynamic practice, the postholder will ensure that communications are clear, positive, and aligned with the Trust’s mission that everyone can flourish.
This role strengthens collaboration across our family of schools each with high levels of autonomy but united by shared systems, values, and ambitions. The postholder will support the CEO in day-to-day projects, organisation and processes, help the Trust communicate its achievements, support staff and pupil success, and highlight the positive impact of a growing, forward-thinking MAT.
Application Process:
To apply, please send your completed application form, along with a two-page covering letter clearly demonstrating how you meet the requirements set out in the Person Specification, to HR @shiremat.org.uk
• Closing Date for Applications: Friday 20th February 2026 10am
• Interviews: Week Commencing 2nd March 2026.
For further information and to download the application form, please visit our website: Vacancies | Shires MAT.
If you would like further information, please email HR @shiresmat.org.uk who will be happy to organise a telephone call to discuss the role.
What the school offers its staff
This role strengthens collaboration across our family of schools each with high levels of autonomy but united by shared systems, values, and ambitions. The postholder will support the CEO in day-to-day projects, organisation and processes, help the Trust communicate its achievements, support staff and pupil success, and highlight the positive impact of a growing, forward-thinking MAT.
Commitment to safeguarding
Shires Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to Enhanced DBS check, a prohibition from teaching check and in accordance with our statutory obligations under KCSIE, Shires MAT is required to conduct an online search as part of our due diligence on appointed candidates. This helps identify any incidents/issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the Shires MAT might want to explore with you. The Trust is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and diversity