Sixth Form Administrator

A successful and high-achieving secondary school is seeking to appoint an experienced Senior Administrator to join their Sixth Form team.

About the role

As Senior Administrator, you will provide comprehensive administrative support across the Sixth Form, working closely with senior leaders, pastoral teams, students, parents and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading on Sixth Form admissions and enrolment processes

• Managing UCAS administration, tracking and references

• Supporting student progression and destination pathways

• Administering the 16–19 bursary process

• Maintaining accurate student records and using school systems effectively

• Providing administrative support for parents’ evenings, events and key Sixth Form activities

• Supporting attendance and punctuality initiatives

• Working closely with pastoral teams to support vulnerable students

• Coordinating communication with students, families and external partners

• Organising guest speakers, alumni events and enrichment activities

• Supporting reception and the smooth running of the Sixth Form area

• Assisting with GCSE and A Level results days and enrolment activities

About the school

This successful and inclusive secondary school is committed to providing an exceptional education experience where students are encouraged to achieve their full potential academically, personally and socially.

With a thriving Sixth Form community, the school offers a broad range of opportunities that support students in progressing to higher education, apprenticeships and future careers. The school prides itself on creating a supportive and ambitious environment where students are encouraged to develop confidence, independence and the skills needed for life beyond education.

Staff benefit from working within a collaborative and forward-thinking team that values professional development, teamwork and a shared commitment to improving outcomes for young people.

The school is seeking a dedicated Senior Administrator to join the Sixth Form team and play a key role in ensuring students receive outstanding support throughout their post-16 journey.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Sixth Form Administrator you will:

• Previous experience working within a busy administrative environment, ideally within education or a Sixth Form setting
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and school management systems such as SIMS
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy when managing student information
• The ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, staff and external stakeholder
• A calm, flexible and professional approach in a fast-paced environment

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Suitable Admin experience

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Daniel Uwaifo on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected].