Administrative Assistant (Sixth Form Focus)
Thomas Gainsborough School
Administrative Assistant (Sixth Form Focus)
Contract: 37 hours per week, 38 weeks per year - Permanent, Part-time
Grade: Grade 3, SP 4-6 (FTE: £25,185 - £25,989 / Actual: £21,058 - £21,731 per annum)
Start date: September 2026
Responsible to: Admin HR Manager / Head of Sixth Form
Thomas Gainsborough School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, organised and proactive Sixth Form Administrative Assistant to join our support staff team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting young people and helping to promote and develop a thriving Sixth Form community. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day administration of the Sixth Form, whilst also contributing to the wider work of the school’s administrative team.
At Thomas Gainsborough School, our mission is simple: “Excellence: for each, for all.” We are committed to ensuring every student is known, valued and supported, and this role will contribute directly to that vision through strong communication, organisation and student-centred support.
The role will involve:
- Supporting communication with students, families and staff
- Using and maintaining student information systems, including Arbor
- Collecting, analysing and presenting data for school leaders
- Supporting the promotion and advertising of Sixth Form events
- Assisting with internal and external marketing of the Sixth Form
- Supporting admissions processes and transition into Sixth Form
- Providing wider administrative support across the school as required
We are looking for someone who:
- Has excellent organisational and communication skills
- Is confident using IT systems and handling data
- Can work professionally and positively within a busy school environment
- Shares our commitment to high standards and excellent student outcomes
- Demonstrates the school values of Respect, Resilience, Honesty, Happiness, Confidence and Positivity
In return, we offer:
- A supportive and welcoming school community
- Opportunities for professional development
- The chance to make a genuine difference to young people’s educational experience
- A vibrant and ambitious environment where staff are valued and supported
Closing Date: 09:00am, Monday 15 June 2026
Interviews: Week commencing 15 June 2026
Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our careers website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site.
In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted.
Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.
We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.
Closing Date
2026-06-15