Description Role: PA to Principal and Office Manager Academy: Outwood Academy Acklam Start Date: 01/09/2026 Salary (Actual Salary): £27,441-£28,353 Working Pattern: 37 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday, Term Time only 15 days Do you thrive in a high-level support role where efficiency is paramount? Join us as a PA to Principal/Office Manager, a critical position focused on providing efficient and effective support to the Principal. You will also take responsibility for managing the administrative functions across the academy, acting as the first point of contact for complaints addressed to the Principal and managing sensitive documentation like exclusions. Welcome from the Principal: Thank you for your interest in Outwood Academy Acklam. As Principal, I'm incredibly proud of our GOOD-rated, vibrant, and diverse 11-16 academy in Middlesbrough. We have nearly 1,200 students who benefit from our spectacular building, state-of-the-art facilities, and strong, inclusive community. Our energetic and passionate academic and pastoral teams are committed to making a significant impact. This is evident in our consistently improving student outcomes, including being the highest performing school in the town on the Fairer Schools Index with 'Well Above Average' progress. Everything we do is driven by our ACKLAM values. We are an outward-facing school that celebrates diversity and widens opportunities for both our students and the community. Staff love working here, and we trust you will too. We encourage you to submit an application or come for a look around. About the school Outwood Academy Acklam, the first Outwood school in Teesside, has an enrollment of almost 1200 students each academic year. In its most recent assessment, it was recognized as a GOOD school. The academy is a vibrant and diverse 11-16 academy. Our exceptional academic and pastoral teams are here to provide you with the necessary tools to make a significant and lasting impact on students. The academy offers effective care and support for students, particularly those with special needs, and with a strong emphasis on academic achievement, it provides the perfect environment for anyone dedicated to empowering their students. Safeguarding notice 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.” The academy benefits from being part of the Outwood Family of Schools, and we intend that every member of staff receives CPD appropriate to the role. To view the job description for this role, please click here To view the personal specification for this role, please click here If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role please contact Chloe Donnelly at c.donnelly@acklam.outwood.com. If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Chloe Donnelly (HR Assistant) at c.donnelly@acklam.outwood.com. Responsibilities The role provides efficient and effective support to the Principal in all aspects of their duties and manages the administrative functions of the academy. Key responsibilities include confidential administrative support for the Principal and Vice Principals, managing the Principal's diary, and line management (including performance management) of academy administration staff. The post holder serves as the first point of contact for complaints addressed to the Principal and manages the administration of exclusion letters and documentation. Additional duties include clerking Academy Council meetings (preparing agendas and taking minutes) and liaising with the Local Academy Council and external agencies. To view the Job Description please click here Qualifications Applicants must possess experience working in a PA role or suitable administrative experience. Experience of leading, managing, and motivating staff and providing clear vision is required. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of audiences, and the crucial ability to respect and maintain confidentiality. The ability to use standard ICT packages, including Microsoft Office, is also essential. A relevant Level 3 qualification (e.g., in Business Admin) is desirable. To view the Person Specification please click here