Careers Assistant at Sir John Deane's Sixth Form College

The Macclesfield Academy; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a Careers Assistant to provide effective administrative support to the careers team. The ideal candidate will have a sound understanding of administrative systems, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This part-time role is 22.5 hours per week, with a salary range of £13,330 - £13,535 annually. The closing date for applications is 28th November 2025.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective administrative support to the careers team.
• Ensure smooth running and compliance of the careers area.
• Involve in the dynamic growth of a successful department.

Skills

Knowledge of administrational systems

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong IT skills

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Ability to work outside office hours

Job description

About This Role

Role: Careers Assistant

Salary: Band 2 (SCP6 – SCP7) £25,558 - £25,951 Annually (FTE)

Actual salary: £13,330 - £13,535 Annually

Contract type: Permanent (Part time) 22.5 hours per week

Reporting to: Careers Manager

Start date: January 2026

About Us

This is an exciting time to be joining our Multi Academy Trust, which collectively educates over 4300 children, and employs over 450 professionals. Each of our academies operates at the heart of their local communities. The Foundation’s central offices are based at Sir John Deane’s Sixth Form College campus set in beautiful grounds.

This role is based at Sir John Deane’s Sixth Form College; the country’s leading sixth form college. It is an excellent place to work where colleagues are recognised for their hard work and supported to develop professionally.

We foster a strong ethos of ambition and aspiration in all aspects of College life which means our students are hardworking and extremely well behaved. Our students are supported by dedicated pastoral and learning support teams who have an important role in facilitating our inclusive offer.

The College has exemplary teaching, learning and recreational facilities contained within a beautiful campus.

About The Role

The purpose of the role is to provide effective and efficient administrative support to the careers team in order to ensure the smooth running and compliance of this important area. The role is dynamic and creative and will fully involve the successful candidate in the growth of a successful and experienced department.

Your Responsibilities

• Please refer to the attached job description.

What We Are Looking For

• A knowledgeable and sound understanding of administrational systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong IT skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work outside office hours to support with open days, careers fairs and assessment centres as required

Closing Date

28th November 2025 - 9am

Interview Date

4th December 2025

If you feel you have the skills and experience to become our Careers Assistant, please complete the application form today! You are strongly encouraged to get your application form submitted at the earliest opportunity, as we reserve the right to close our adverts earlier than advertised where sufficient applications have been received.

We’d love to hear from you!

The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant must have enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. The college is an equal opportunities employer.