Sixth Form Support Officer

Harris Science Academy East London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Science Academy East London is seeking an organised, proactive administrator to join the Sixth Form team, focusing on student wellbeing, attendance, admissions and day-to-day operations. The role supports a high‑achieving academy and helps create a positive, supportive environment where young people can succeed and prepare for their next steps in education, training or employment.

The actual salary for this role will be £28,887.99-£30,623.34 (39 weeks per year, 37.5 hours per week).

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above or equivalent.
• Experience in a secondary school, college or post-16 setting.
• Strong ICT skills to support administration, communication and organisation.

Responsibilities

• Support student wellbeing, attendance, admissions and day-to-day operations.
• Assist with administration and communications across the Sixth Form.
• Help create a positive, supportive environment for students to succeed.

Skills

Student wellbeing support

Attendance administration

Effective communication

Telephone manner

Organisation

Relationship building

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Listening skills

Professional development

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)

Job description

We are seeking an organised, proactive and student-focused individual to join our Sixth Form team and play a key role in supporting student wellbeing, attendance, admissions and day-to-day operations. This is a varied and rewarding opportunity to work at the heart of a high-achieving academy, helping to create a positive, purposeful and supportive environment where young people can succeed and prepare for their next steps in education, training or employment.

The actual salary for this role will be £28,887.99-£30,623.34 (39 weeks per year, 37.5 hours per week).

We would like to hear from you if you have:

• GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
• Experience of working in a secondary school, college or other post-16 education setting
• Strong ICT skills, with the ability to use technology to support effective administration, communication and organisation
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with a strong attention to detail
• The ability to build positive relationships and quickly establish credibility with students, staff and parents/carers
• A professional and confident telephone manner
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to remain calm, focused and professional in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent listening skills, with the sensitivity and maturity to handle complex situations appropriately
• A willingness to undertake training and continuous professional development as required