PA to Principal & Office Manager

Role Overview

Position: PA to Principal & Office Manager, Outwood Academy Acklam.

Start Date: 01/09/2026

Salary: £27,441-£28,353 per annum.

Working Pattern: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term time only (15 days).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide confidential administrative support to the Principal and Vice Principals, managing diaries and office functions.
• Serve as the first point of contact for complaints addressed to the Principal and manage exclusion documentation.
• Clerk Academy Council meetings, preparing agendas and taking minutes.
• Liaise with the Local Academy Council and external agencies.
• Line manage academy administration staff, including performance management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in a PA role or equivalent administrative position.
• Demonstrated leadership, staff management and motivation.
• Excellent communication skills with diverse audiences and strict confidentiality.
• Proficiency in standard ICT, especially Microsoft Office.
• Relevant Level 3 qualification (e.g., Business Administration) is desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with automatic progression and enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Extensive CPD opportunities, including apprenticeships and vocational qualifications.
• Flexible family policies, enhanced occupational benefits, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time).
• Mental wellbeing strategy, free on site parking, employee discounts and Employee Assistance Programme.

Contact & Application

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role, please contact Chloe Donnelly at .

Safeguarding and Equality Statement

Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.