Executive Assistant to the Principal and Chief Executive
| Posting date: | 13 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £37,913 to £39,055 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 12 April 2026 |
| Location: | BB2 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | onlyFE |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | BBC1376-30063 |
Summary
Executive Assistant to the Principal and Chief Executive
£37,913 -£39,055 (dependent on experience)
Are you seeking a fresh challenge and the chance to play a key role in a successful education organisation that truly impacts the lives and futures of young people and adults? This could be the role for you!
We are one of the largest colleges with a University Centre, in England, hosting over 10,000 students on our state-of-the-art campus across a wide range of areas including Apprenticeships, Technical, A-Level and Degree level programmes.
The role offers a unique opportunity to work at the heart of a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment. If you enjoy being a trusted partner to senior leadership and bring exceptional organisation, judgement, and initiative to everything you do, this role offers both challenge and reward in equal measure.
The Role
This is a key position where you will be providing critical administrative support to our Principal and Chief Executive, managing important relationships, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes.
You will be part of a collaborative team, working closely alongside and managing two other experienced Personal Assistants.
What we are looking for
We are looking for a proactive and highly skilled Executive Assistant who thrives on managing multiple, shifting priorities with confidence and precision. You will possess exceptional interpersonal skills and have proven experience of working in a dynamic and challenging administrative environment, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
Diplomatic and discrete in approach, you will be able to quickly absorb large quantities of written and verbal information and maintain meticulous attention to detail.
Interview Date: w/c 20 April 2026
What makes Blackburn College an Employer of choice?
You'll have access to a wide range of benefits and support, including, but not limited to:
• Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7/365 helpline for advice and support
• Regular Staff Physical Activity Sessions and reduced-price gym membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted Bus Travel with the Transdev Commuter Club
• Family-friendly policies
• Free eye tests and contribution to VDU-use-only glasses
• Several food outlets with a variety of menu choices
• A full range of discounted professional Hair & Beauty services provided by the Academy Salon
• Professional bakery offering a variety of fresh breads, cakes, and ready meals
Blackburn College values diversity and is committed to create a diverse workforce. Blackburn College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to a variety of pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references, medical clearance, and an enhanced DBS check.