Sixth Form Administrator & Pathways Coordinator

Harris Federation; Wickford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual loyalty bonus

Pension scheme

Wellbeing cash plan

Professional development & training

Job summary

Harris Academy Wickford is seeking an organised Sixth Form Administrator to support day-to-day operations, student records, and timetable coordination. You will work closely with Sixth Form leadership and parents to address enquiries and pastoral matters.

The role involves coordinating transitions from Year 11 to Year 12, managing events, and supporting career progression planning. A strong admin background and proficiency in MS Office are essential.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/5 or above.
• Experience in an administrative role.
• Experience in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Good verbal and written communication.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Professional and approachable telephone manner.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and use initiative.
• Strong problem-solving skills and good judgement.
• Ability to manage confidential or challenging situations.
• Willingness to learn and undertake relevant training.

Responsibilities

• Managing and supervising the sixth form self-study programme.
• Maintaining sixth form student records, databases and administrative systems.
• Monitoring student registration, attendance and follow-up of absences.
• Providing administrative support to Sixth Form leadership.
• Supporting sixth form students and parents with day-to-day enquiries and pastoral matters.
• Assisting with student timetables, courses and academic administration.
• Coordinating Year 11 to Year 12 transition and induction activities.
• Organising sixth form events and key student activities.
• Supporting students with university, apprenticeship and career progression planning.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Telephone manner

Initiative

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Harris Academy Wickford is seeking an organised Sixth Form Administrator to support day-to-day operations, student records, and timetable coordination. You will work closely with Sixth Form leadership and parents to address enquiries and pastoral matters.

The role involves coordinating transitions from Year 11 to Year 12, managing events, and supporting career progression planning. A strong admin background and proficiency in MS Office are essential.