Executive Assistant

The postholder will work closely with and support the Chief Master & Principal (CM&P) of The Schools of King Edward VI in Birmingham, King Edward’s School Birmingham and King Edward VI High School for Girls, through a high-level of professionalism, to accomplish responsibilities and tasks. Specific responsibilities and requirements will vary depending on the needs of the Schools but will centre on effectively managing a wide range of high-level administrative tasks including executive communication, handling of corporate documents, arranging meetings, ensuring their smooth running, and assisting the CMP to be prepared  for all her briefs.

Reports to: Chief Master & Principal of KES and KEHS (and Headmaster of the Foundation of King Edward VI, Birmingham)

Line reports: None

Salary: £35,713 - £39,726 full-time equivalent). Actual salary £30,813 - £34,276

Hours of work: 8:00am to 4:00pm Mon-Fri with a 30 minute unpaid lunch break.  Term time only plus 15 days during holidays

Benefits:

Enrolment into a Defined Contribution pension scheme.

60% off school fees at King Edward’s School and King Edward VI High School for Girls (subject to admissions criteria).

Free on-site parking.

Free lunches in term-time.

Use of the onsite gym and swimming pool.

Start date: August 2026

How to apply:

To apply for this role, please forward a completed application form and equal opportunities form (both available for download here) and a covering letter addressed to Kirsty von Malaisé, Chief Master & Principal, by email to: recruitment@keschools.org.uk

If you have any queries about the role or would like to discuss it in more detail, by email please contact Harish Kauldhar, HR Director – h.kauldhar@keschools.org.uk

The deadline for applications is 8 am on Monday 11 May 2026, however, applications will be reviewed on receipt and so early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date and interview date if sufficient applications have been received.

Interviews will provisionally take place week commencing Monday 18 May 2026.