Supportive UCAS Manager

The Downs School; Compton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Caring Environment

Professional Growth

Flexible Work Options

Time for you Tuesdays

Job summary

The Downs School in West Berkshire is seeking a motivated UCAS Manager to guide our sixth form students through the complexities of UCAS, providing expert advice, personalised support, and ensuring every applicant is fully prepared for their next steps.

You will oversee and coordinate the UCAS process for all university applicants, deliver workshops and one-to-one guidance, and work collaboratively with staff, students and parents to ensure the best possible outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people in an educational environment.
• Experience with UCAS or higher education pathways is desirable.
• Ability to build strong relationships across the school community.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the UCAS process for all university applicants.
• Deliver workshops, one-to-one guidance, and support on personal statements and university choices.
• Collaborate with staff, students and parents to achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Be organised, proactive and knowledgeable about the UCAS process.

Skills

Excellent communication & Interperson

Organised & proactive

UCAS process knowledge

Job description

• oversee and coordinate the UCAS process for all university applicants
• deliver workshops, one-to-one support, and guidance on personal statements and university choices
• work collaboratively with staff, students, and parents to ensure the best possible outcomes
• be organised, proactive, and knowledgeable about the UCAS process
• have experience supporting young people in an educational environment
• hold excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• be flexible, confident and friendly individual who can build strong relationships across the Trust

In return, you'll enjoy: Caring Environment: Our positive ethos prioritises staff well-being and recognition.

• Empowerment: Work alongside ambitious, dedicated colleagues who are committed to developing the whole child.
• Exceptional Students: Engage with children who love being at school, exhibit exceptional behaviour and have a strong attitude towards their learning.
• Professional Environment: Join a stimulating and collaborative workplace in a school Ofsted labelled as 'exceptional' in October 2024
• Professional Growth: Access extraordinary professional development and support to enhance your skills.
• Flexible Work Options: We value work balance through the availability of flexible working, our 'Time for you Tuesdays', commuted INSETs and Employee Assistance Programme, The Downs School (Summit Education Trust) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Successful applicants will be subject to social media checks, an Enhanced Disclosure Check through the DBS and provide evidence that they have a right to work in the UK.

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented UCAS Manager to join our friendly and supportive Sixth Form Team. You will play a vital role in guiding our sixth form students through the complexities of UCAS, providing expert advice, personalised support, and ensuring every applicant is fully prepared for their next steps.

Consistently in the top 25% of schools for value added at KS4 and KS5, The Downs School and Sixth Form is a highly successful and sought-after secondary school set in the beautiful Downs area of West Berkshire. Our recent Ofsted inspection praised the exceptional behaviour of our students, reflecting our unwavering commitment to high-quality teaching, learning, and outstanding outcomes.