Start Date: Thursday 4th June 2026
Closing Date: Monday 15th June 2026
Interviews: Week commencing 15 June 2026
Salary: Grade 3, SP 4-6 (FTE: £25,185 - £25,989 / Actual: £21,058 - £21,731 per annum)
Contract Type: 37 hours per week, 38 weeks per year - Permanent, Part-time

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