Headteacher's PA and HR support

Permanent

full-time

job

recruited via Veritas (London, UK)

Job Reference GY/PHRA77_1770396500

Closing date March 9, 2026

Location South West London, United Kingdom

Type

Full-Time

Status

Permanent

Contact Roscoe Price Moor

+64 273124286

rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Headteacher's PA / HR Assistant

Location: Twickenham

Contract: Full-time, Temp-to-Perm

Start Date: ASAP

Veritas Education is seeking an experienced Head's PA/HR Assistant to join a thriving school and support the Headteacher and HR function. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive, organised, and discreet individual looking for a long‑term role with potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-level PA support to the Headteacher, including diary management, correspondence, and meeting coordination
• Support the HR team with recruitment, onboarding, compliance checks, and maintaining staff records
• Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• Liaise with staff, parents, and external stakeholders on behalf of school leadership
• Assist with general administrative duties as required

Requirements

• Previous experience in HR or a relevant background is essential
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced school environment
• Immediate availability (ASAP start)

How to Apply

If you meet the criteria and are ready to start immediately, please send your CV to Gemma at Veritas Education or contact us for more information.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'