Executive Assistant (15 month MAT cover)

At Ambitious about Autism we''re currently looking for an Executive Assistant to join our team on a 15 month MAT cover. You''ll provide high-level executive support to the Director of Education and Care and contribute to the achievement of corporate and departmental objectives. The role is responsible for developing and maintaining effective administrative systems, supporting the Education Services Team, and coordinating financial reporting processes, including management accounts and forecasts. You''ll manage the day-to-day office of Director of Education and Care, including complex diary management, meeting coordination, briefing preparation, minute-taking, action tracking, and travel arrangements. You''ll act as a key point of contact on behalf of the Director of Education and Care, communicating professionally with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including local authorities, education providers, professional advisers, suppliers, sector bodies, charity leaders, parents and carers. We are looking for someone who has: Considerable successful experience as a Personal Assistant to a senior post with multiple internal and external stakeholders in a relevant setting. Experience of supporting a busy senior management team to achieve ambitious targets and goals and to respond to unexpected opportunities and tight deadlines. Experience of briefing senior management on potentially serious issues and of troubleshooting and managing reputations and good ..... full job details .....