Executive Assistant to the Head

Summary

We are currently seeking to fill the position of Executive Assistant to the Head at City of London School for Girls.

Detail

Job Title: Executive Assistant to the Head

Grade: Salary circa £57,000

Location: City of London School for Girls, Barbican EC2Y 8BB

Reporting to: The Head

About City of London School for Girls

City of London School for Girls is an independent day school for pupils aged 11-18, situated in the heart of the Barbican. We are proudly academic yet unstuffy, modern yet grounded in our history, and driven by a commitment to intellectual curiosity, equity and opportunity. 15% of pupils are supported through means-tested bursariesan expression of our belief that outstanding education should be available to talented students regardless of financial circumstances.

Purpose of the role

The executive assistant plays a fundamental role in the management and operations of the School, providing the Head with comprehensive support so that she can undertake her role with maximum effectiveness and with her will set the tone for the Heads office and the School. The EA is responsible for acting as the first line of contact for the Head, her diary management, the maintenance of administrative systems, and for general secretarial and administrative duties, as well as providing reports for the Head and for the Governors on local and national issues pertaining to education and the independent school market. In the absence of the Head, the executive assistant will take a lead on priorities and advise the SMT on decisions that aid the smooth running of the School.

How to apply

The closing date for this role is 9am on Friday 15 May 2026. Please note that we reserve the right to appoint before this deadline and therefore encourage early submissions.

To apply, please submit an application form via CVMinder.

CLSG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all

staff and volunteers to share this commitment.