At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Principal and manage office operations in a vibrant school environment.
- Company: Join Northern Education Trust, a leading charitable education Trust focused on school improvement.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and opportunities for career progression across schools.
- Other info: Flexible working requests considered; commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' lives while developing your skills in a supportive setting.
- Qualifications: Experience as a PA or in office management, with strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 31525 - 32578 £ per year.
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary Range: SCP16 – SCP18 (£31,525 - £32,578 FTE), pro rata salary £29,281.27 - £30,259.32. Salary amounts quoted are from the 1 September to 31 August and therefore if you commence employment part way through the academic year they are subject to an equated salary adjustment.
Working Type: 37 hours, 41 working weeks, 48.299 paid weeks
Base: Farringdon Community Academy, Allendale Road, Sunderland, SR3 3EL
Please note: the post holder will be engaging in regulated activity, working mainly or wholly with children. This position is exempt from the rehabilitation of offender’s act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
Northern Education Trust (NET) is a charitable education Trust with a good track record for school improvement. The Trust sponsors 30 academies; 17 secondary and 13 primaries across the North of England in fourteen Local Authority regions.
We are looking for an experienced PA to support our Principal.
Northern Education Trust offers:
- 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.
Employee benefits:
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.
For more information, please contact Rebecca Clish, Business Manager, at r.clish@northerneducationtrust.org
Closing date: Monday 21st September 2026
PA to the Principal/Office Manager (Secondary) in Sunderland employer: Northern Education Trust
Freebrough Academy, as part of Northern Education Trust, is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and collaborative work culture. With a focus on employee growth and development, staff are encouraged to enhance their skills while contributing to a nurturing educational environment in the beautiful coastal town of Saltburn-by-the-Sea. The academy offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students and the community.
