Sixth Form Manager

Shorefields; Wickford; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Academy Wickford is seeking a proactive Sixth Form Administrator to support daily operations of the sixth form, including administration, student support and event coordination. The role offers the chance to impact students’ academic journeys through organisation and pastoral assistance.

The salary ranges from £29,221 to £32,208.62 for a 37.5 hour week across 39 weeks per year, with immediate start and an application close of 16/11/2026.

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

Organised

Proactive

Administration

Student support

Event coordination

Job description

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 16/11/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: ASAP

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).

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.

Your responsibilities will include:

• 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.

Information about the School

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.

We encourage visits from prospective candidates to meet members of our school community and to experience our school at first hand. If you would like to do this, please contact Kathy Rich, PA to the Headteacher on 01268 627848 or via email to [e-mail]

We may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.