PA to the Headteacher & Office Manager

St. Clare Catholic Multi Academy Trust; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Sheffield is seeking a Headteacher’s PA to provide confidential support to the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team. The role includes administrative tasks essential for the smooth operation of the school office. Applicants should have Level 2 Maths and English, relevant office administration experience, and good communication skills. This permanent position offers competitive pay and a 37-hour workweek over 40 weeks a year.

Qualifications

• Reliable, trustworthy with good communication skills.
• Flexibility and proactivity are essential.
• Must manage time effectively and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential and professional support to the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team.
• Ensure the smooth running of the school office.
• Manage all administrative tasks related to the office functions.

Skills

Good communication skills

Reliable and trustworthy

Flexible

Proactive

Good time management

Education

Maths and English at Level 2 or above

Relevant qualifications/experience in office administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

SIMS MIS system or equivalent

Job description

Contact Details

• Granville Road, Sheffield, S2 2RJ
• Tel: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]
• Website: www.allsaints.sheffield.sch.uk

Job Details

Closing Date: Sunday 30 November 2025

Hours: 37 hours per week for 40 weeks per year

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Grade 6 – Scale Points 21 – 26 (£33,143 – £37,280)

Actual Salary: £29,290 – £32,889 with no previous service

Start Date: 1 January 2026 or as soon as possible after this date

About the School

All Saints is a highly successful, oversubscribed, 11‑18 Catholic Voluntary Academy within the St Clare CMAT. At the last OFSTED inspection in October 2023 the school remained Good. As a wholly inclusive school community we share a clear and ambitious vision for high quality education for all. Staff at all career stages are supported to access innovative and research‑led CPD and there is a culture of continuous development.

Role Overview

The school is looking for a Headteacher’s PA to provide confidential and highly professional support to the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team and ensure the smooth running of the school office and all administrative tasks related to the function of the office.

Essential Skills

• Reliable, trustworthy, good communication skills, flexible, proactive, ability to work on own initiative and good time management.

Experience / Qualifications

• Maths and English at Level 2 or above and relevant qualifications/experience in office administration and IT applications including Microsoft Office and the SIMS MIS system or equivalent.
• Experience of working in a school is desirable.

Application Process

If you would like to discuss the role further please contact Rachel Hobkirk, Deputy Headteacher by email at [e-mail] or by calling the school on 0114 2724851.

All Saints is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.

We are committed to fairness and social justice and welcome applications from everyone. We value our diverse workforce and aim to work together to make the most of our differences.

A Catholic Education Service application form, supplementary forms and further details are available on the school website: www.allsaints.sheffield.sch.uk/vacancies

Applications on any other form and CVs will not be considered. Please return your Application Form, Consent To Obtain References Form and Recruitment Monitoring Form (optional) to Jo Thorpe, PA to the Headteacher, by Email to [e-mail] or by post to the school address.

Application Form Details

Please include Name, Phone, Email, Resume and Cover Letter.