Sixth Form Engagement Officer

Forge Valley; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Forge Valley School is seeking a Sixth Form Engagement Officer to support attendance, events and the Sixth Form admin. The role requires strong communication, emotional intelligence and the ability to engage with pupils and families in a busy 11-18 academy.

The post involves supporting a dynamic Sixth Form provision, organising events, maintaining records and contributing to an inclusive environment where pupils build confidence and resilience.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates emotional intelligence and ability to build positive relationships with pupils and parents.
• Strong communication skills and commitment to pupil welfare.
• Experience of working with young people in an educational setting.
• Proven track record in administration and organisational ability.
• Methodical, well organised and able to prioritise to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support the Sixth Form area of the school with attendance and event organisation.
• Assist with Sixth Form administration and general school admin tasks.
• Contribute to a busy but efficient Sixth Form provision.
• Engage constructively with pupils from diverse backgrounds and families.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Communication

Working with young people

Administration

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation

Job description

# Sixth Form Engagement OfficerEmployer: Forge Valley SchoolLocation: Sheffield, South YorkshireContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: Grade 4 Point 7 - 12Posted: 8th September 2026Expires: 20th September 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1572771* Share :* PrintSixth Form Engagement OfficerGrade 4- Point 7 - 12 pro-rataHours: 37 hours per weekWeeks per year: 39 weeksForge Valley School is an 11-18 Academy sponsored by INOVA Multi-Academy Trust.Our school ethos is founded on the principal that ambition and endeavour are key components in achieving success. Currently serving over 1500 pupils, our new, purpose-built learning environment has excellent facilities to help us deliver our curriculum.We are seeking to appoint a Sixth Form Engagement Officer at Forge Valley School. The successful candidate will be required to contribute to the organisation of a busy but effective and efficient Sixth Form provision. The postholder will provide support to the Sixth Form area of school, including attendance and organisation of Sixth Form events, and other areas of school admin.The successful candidate will demonstrate the following:* emotional intelligence required to build effective and positive relationships with both pupils and parents.* a good communicator who will be totally committed to the welfare of our pupils.* experience of working with young people* proven track record of administration and organisational ability* methodical, well organised, and able to prioritise and work to deadlines* good interpersonal skills – confident communicator, able to engage constructively with young people from a variety of backgrounds* self-motivated and able to work using own initiative At Forge Valley School we work together to create an inclusive environment and so enable pupils to grow in confidence, resilience and independence.Forge Valley is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.