At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Principal and manage office staff while ensuring smooth administration.
- Company: Freebrough Academy, part of a supportive family of schools.
- Benefits: Career progression opportunities, professional development, free flu vaccinations, and onsite parking.
- Other info: Flexible working requests considered; commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in education while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and ability to build relationships with staff.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Freebrough Academy is seeking to appoint a PA to the Principal / Office Manager. The successful candidate will provide efficient and effective support to the Principal as required, work proactively, innovatively, and responsively to provide excellent administration support to the academy administration office, line-manage the office staff, and build and develop relationships with staff at all levels.
Responsibilities
- Provide efficient and effective support to the Principal as required.
- Work proactively, innovatively and responsively to provide excellent administration support to the academy administration office.
- Line-manage the office staff.
- Build and develop relationships with staff at all levels.
Benefits and Opportunities
- The opportunity to work and progress across the family of schools, should you wish in the future.
- The chance to apply for leadership roles in the Deeps structure taking on a whole-school leadership project.
- The support and expertise of Director of Subjects.
- A full and detailed programme of support and development for all.
- A further comprehensive programme of professional development, including leadership, provided through the NET Staff College.
- Free flu vaccination.
- Free onsite parking.
In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process. The Trust is committed to considering flexible working requests. The Trust is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. All posts are subject to enhanced disclosure and barring service checks. We expect all adults to share our commitment to safeguarding and the health and wellbeing of our pupils.
PA to the Principal/Office Manager (Secondary) employer: Northern Education Trust
Freebrough Academy is an exceptional employer that prioritises the professional growth and wellbeing of its staff. With a strong commitment to development through comprehensive training programmes and leadership opportunities, employees can thrive in a supportive environment while contributing to the success of the academy. Located in a vibrant community, the academy offers unique benefits such as free onsite parking and flu vaccinations, making it an attractive place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
