Sixth Form Operations Assistant

About Us Whalley Range 11-18 High School is a popular, high-performing, multicultural inner-city girls’ comprehensive school with a thriving Sixth Form, located close to Manchester city centre. We are a part of the Greater Manchester Education Trust. Together, we create lives of opportunity. Our recent academic results at GCSE include an Attainment 8 score of 52.04, exceeding both local and national averages. Similarly, our value added for Sixth Form A levels was 0.24 and for Vocational was 0.66 for the Extended Certificates and 0.72for the Diplomas, all well above average. The Role As Sixth Form Operations Assistant, you will play a pivotal role at the heart of our Sixth Form provision, acting as the first point of contact for students and parents and ensuring clear, consistent communication across the school community. Working closely with the Head of Sixth Form, you will manage day‑to‑day enquiries, coordinate information, and support student wellbeing through effective liaison, record‑keeping, and pastoral triage. You will also contribute to safeguarding and welfare processes, including risk assessments and support plans, helping to ensure every student feels safe, supported and able to succeed. A key part of the role is driving high standards of attendance, punctuality, and academic engagement. You will deliver targeted interventions, meet with students and families to address concerns, and provide structured academic mentoring that helps students set goals, develop effective study habits, and make progress. Alongside this, you will work collaboratively with teaching and pastoral staff, supervise students during key times, and contribute to the wider life and ethos of the school. What We’re Looking For You will be an organised and proactive individual with experience of working with young people aged 11-18 and a genuine commitment to supporting their success. You will bring strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage positively and professionally with students, parents, and colleagues. Your ability to manage information accurately, use ICT systems effectively, and maintain clear records will be essential to delivering high‑quality support. We are looking for someone who is motivated, adaptable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team. You will demonstrate empathy, discretion, and a firm but supportive approach when working with students, alongside a strong commitment to safeguarding, equality, and continuous improvement. A willingness to take initiative, respond to changing priorities, and contribute fully to school life will ensure you thrive in this rewarding and impactful role. We are committed to safeguarding, child protection and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Full details about the role and the qualifications, experience, and attributes required can be found in the attached Job Description and Person Specif