PA to headteacher and HR support

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)
Job Reference GY/PHRAF82_1769440702
Closing date February 26, 2026
Location South West London, United Kingdom
Status Contract
Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Head's PA / HR AssistantLocation: Twickenham Contract: Full-time, Temp-to-Perm Start Date: ASAPVeritas 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 ApplyIf 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.'

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