About the Role

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Personal Assistant to provide administrative support to the central team office of our Multi Academy Trust. The schools within the NWAT are our customers, this role is pivotal in supporting the central team to ensure they always deliver the highest level of customer experience and service to our customers.

The successful candidate will be instrumental in maintaining seamless operations by providing robust administrative support. This involves managing schedules, coordinating activities, and ensuring that information flows efficiently across the Trust. The emphasis on effective communication underscores the importance of the PA's role in handling correspondence and serving as a liaison to guarantee that information reaches the appropriate parties in a timely manner.

About the North West Academies Trust (NWAT)

At NWAT, we believe that aspirational and inspirational education is the right of every child. Our success is driven by a commitment to improving standards and outcomes for pupils. We are passionate about supporting schools within their communities and ensuring outstanding learning opportunities for every child. Currently, we have eleven primary schools and one secondary school, across three counties, with the Kingsbourne Academy in Nantwich due to open in September 2026.

The central team works in collaboration with school leaders and trustees to ensure the delivery of high-quality education, effective governance, and operational excellence.

Learn more at: https://northwestacademiestrust.co.uk/our-academies/

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-level executive support to the central leadership team.
• Manage diaries, schedules, and Trust-wide meetings and events.
• Draft reports, correspondence, and presentations.
• Liaise with schools, trustees, and external stakeholders.
• Maintain a professional and organised office environment.
• Support the central office environment.

Communication & Coordination

• Act as a central communication liaison between the central team, schools, Trustees, and external partners.
• Maintain clear channels of internal communication across the Trust, ensuring information flows smoothly and is appropriately shared.
• Uphold a consistent and positive tone in all internal and external communications.

Person Specification

Essential Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• 5 GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above), including English and Maths.
• Strong experience as a PA, or administrator.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High-level organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Able to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Able to work independently and respond flexibly to changing priorities.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Business Administration Level 3 or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in a school, Multi-Academy Trust, or public sector organisation.

What We Can Offer You

At NWAT, we recognise the importance of looking after our people. In return for your skills, dedication, and enthusiasm, we offer:

• Term-Time Only Working.
• Flexible Working Hours: Ability to fit hours around your existing commitments, with hybrid/remote work options available.
• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Ongoing Professional Development.
• A Warm and Supportive Team Culture.

Two exciting roles available!

We are currently recruiting for an additional part-time position within our central team – Clerk to the Board of Trustees. Candidates are welcome to apply for either role individually. However, for the right candidate with the relevant skills and flexibility, we would be delighted to consider combining both roles into a single, blended position. Please indicate this in your application.

Training for the governance role can be provided for candidates who have a strong interest in this area but do not have direct experience.

Safeguarding Commitment 

The North West Academies trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Diversity in the Workplace 

The North West Academies trust values diversity in the workforce and is committed to ensuring that throughout the recruitment and selection processes no applicant is disadvantaged or discriminated against because of the protected characteristics of age, disability, gender re-assignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief and sexual orientation.

For further information regarding this role, please contact admin@northwestacademies.co.uk