As the Executive Assistant, you will be the Principal’s right-hand person, providing high-level, confidential support and ensuring the smooth and efficient management of their responsibilities. You will be an indispensable colleague, enabling the Principal to focus on strategic leadership, foster a positive and engaging school culture, and drive the overall advancement of St Christopher’s. This role is central to the operational effectiveness of the school, requiring a professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can handle a diverse range of responsibilities with confidence and discretion.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a highly organised, resourceful, and proactive individual with a genuine passion for education and a commitment to excellence. You will possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrating the ability to build strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. Discretion, confidentiality, and a calm demeanour under pressure are essential attributes. You will be a self-starter with a strong work ethic, capable of working autonomously and taking initiative to improve processes and enhance the efficiency of the Principal’s office.

• Start Date: TBC
• Location: Saar/New Senior School
• Hours: 07:30 – 15:30 (plus attendance at board meetings out of hours)
• Contract Type: Local hire, no benefits.  

To Succeed in this Role, you will have:

• Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably in an educational setting, supporting a senior leader.
• Exceptional organisational and time-management skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate information clearly, concisely, and persuasively.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace or Microsoft Office Suite, with the ability to create professional documents and presentations.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and exercise sound judgment in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport, foster collaboration, and maintain effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Flexibility and adaptability to thrive in a demanding and evolving environment, with a willingness to embrace new challenges and responsibilities.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to anticipate needs and develop effective solutions.
• A commitment to the values and ethos of St Christopher’s School and a genuine desire to contribute to its success.

Please note the following BEFORE you submit an application at St Christopher’s 

• For our support staff vacancies, we require that applicants are already resident in Bahrain at the time of appointment 
• Bahraini nationals must not be registered as owning any businesses or hold any company sponsorships 
• In order to satisfy Ministry of Education requirements we will need a copy of your educational certificates(s) – e.g. School Leavers Certificate: GCSE Certificate(s); A-level Certificate(s); Degree Certificate, with your School Leavers Certificate being the minimum that we can accept

How to Apply:  Please click the Apply Now button to submit your application, supporting statement and CV.  Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. St Christopher’s reserves the right to interview and appoint before the published closing date.

Closing date: Wednesday 29 April 2025  It is our policy to obtain three references prior to candidates being short-listed for interview

Interested candidates can send their CVs By Clicking The “Apply Now” Button