Falcon College in Esigodini is recruiting an Executive Assistant to support the Headmaster, with commencement in January 2027. The position combines confidential office support with communication, scheduling and coordination of school activities. It is suited to an experienced administrator who can maintain accurate work while dealing professionally with different stakeholders.
Employer: Falcon College
Location: Esigodini
Closing date: 2026-11-16
Role and responsibilities
The assistant will manage appointments and correspondence, prepare meeting papers and minutes, and help arrange official events. The work also covers invitations, guest arrangements, travel and student-leadership administration. Liaison with parents, staff, governors and visitors forms part of the advertised responsibilities.
Qualifications and experience
The advert asks for three to five years of relevant executive-secretarial or administrative experience; education-sector experience is advantageous. Strong English, drafting, proofreading and minute-taking skills are expected, together with advanced Microsoft Office and Google Workspace proficiency. Organisation, discretion, independent working and composure under pressure are also emphasised.
Preparing your application
Choose examples of managing competing deadlines, coordinating meetings or events and maintaining confidential records. Describe the scope of your responsibility and the systems you used to keep work accurate. Before applying, check that the role and January 2027 start fit your availability. Make the cover letter specific to the vacancy, and keep it within the employer’s one-page limit. Use examples that explain your own work, the people you supported and the results achieved. Ensure the dates in your CV agree with your employment history and that your referees can provide relevant professional references. Avoid including confidential pupil information in application examples.
How to apply
Email your application directly to vacancy@falconcollege.com, addressed to Headmaster Mr David Kirkman. Include a full CV, the names and contact details of two professional referees, and a cover letter of no more than one page explaining your suitability. Use the position title in the subject line to identify your application clearly. The employer will contact shortlisted candidates only and reserves the right not to appoint. Check the linked official advert for any changes before sending. No specific closing time is stated.
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Checked on 28 October 2026. Independently written by SmartLinksJobs from the cited vacancy information. Follow the employer’s latest instructions when applying.