Sixth Form Manager

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

About Us

Harris Academy Wickford is on an exciting journey to help our fantastic young people harness their potential, achieve extraordinary results and change the world. The Academy joined the Harris Federation in September 2026. The Harris Federation is the most successful large multi-academy trust in the UK and the only large trust where disadvantaged students outperform non disadvantaged students nationally. We are a group of highly ambitious, committed staff who believe in the transformative power of education. Our collective vision is to help our scholars achieve their extraordinary and change the world. Our mission is to become the best school in Essex by 2030. Our values of Hard Work, Ambition, Wisdom and Kindness underpin everything we do.

Summary

We are looking for an organised and proactive Sixth Form Administrator to play a key role in supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of our thriving sixth form. This varied role combines administration, student support and event coordination, providing an excellent opportunity to make a positive impact on students' academic journeys and future pathways.

The actual salary for this role will be £29,221-£32,208.62 (37.5 per week, 39 weeks per year).

Main Areas of Responsibility

• 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.

Qualifications & Experience

• GCSE Grade C/5 or above in English and Maths.
• Experience working in an administrative role.
• Experience working effectively in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• A professional and approachable telephone manner.
• The ability to prioritise workloads and use initiative.
• Strong problem-solving skills and good judgement.
• The ability to manage competing demands and interruptions effectively.
• The tact and sensitivity to handle confidential or challenging situations.
• A willingness to learn and undertake relevant training.

Professional Development & Benefits

Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.

In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includesour Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, an Annual Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits.

Safeguarding Notice

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

Equal Opportunities

The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.