PA to the Principal / Office Manager (Secondary)

PA to the Principal / Office Manager (Secondary)

Job Summary

Contract Type:
Permanent

Working Pattern:
Full time - term time

Advert Start Date:
04/09/2026

Advert End Date:
23/09/2026 10:00

Salary:
SCP 16 - SCP 18 (£30,518.00 - £31,537.00 FTE) pro rata salary £28,346.00 - £29,292.00

Job Category:
Schools - Support

Vacancy ID:
301499

Employment Location:
Saltburn-by-the-Sea

Closing date:
23 Sep

Further Information

Post: PA to the Principal / Office Manager

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary Range: SCP 16 - SCP 18 (£30,518.00 - £31,537.00 FTE) pro rata salary £28,346.00 - £29,292.00

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: Full Time (37 hours, 41 weeks) 48.299 paid weeks

Base: Freebrough Academy, Linden Road, Brotton, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, TS12 2SJ

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.

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. Please refer to the Job Description for further details.

Freebrough Academy is an inclusive school which is committed to the all-round achievement of each individual student. We strive to provide an educational experience which focuses upon academic success, enjoyment and participation and engenders a sense of community and belonging.

Freebrough Academy is part of Northern Education Trust, a nationally recognised and trusted Multi Academy Trust with vast experience of school improvement.

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

• Free flu vaccinations
• 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.

In order to apply for this position, please visit:

https://northerneducation.octo-firstclass.co.uk/candidates/account/login/201124?aisId=12&rmId=3356&src=3

For more information, please contact Rachael Dye, Business Manager, at r.dye@northerneducationtrust.org

Closing date: 20th September 2026 10am

Supporting documents

• JE015 PA to the Principal & Office Manager JD (2025-26) Correct.pdf (177.45 KB)
• JE015 PA to the Principal & Office Manager PS.pdf (145.33 KB)

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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. 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. Please refer to the Job Description for further details. Freebrough Academy is an inclusive school which is committed to the all-round achievement of each individual student. We strive to provide an educational experience which focuses upon academic success, enjoyment and participation and engenders a sense of community and belonging. Freebrough Academy is part of Northern Education Trust, a nationally recognised and trusted Multi Academy Trust with vast experience of school improvement. 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
• Free flu vaccinations
• 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.