We are looking for an excellent Sixth Form Co-ordinator to join our Malcolm Arnold Academy Team. As a school, we are driven to provide an education that is ambitious, broad, and knowledge-rich; one that equips our pupils to live full, rich, and successful lives.
We strive to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn, and lead, in the classroom and on cultural visits, in the sports arena, in music, performance and arts. The education and experiences we offer equip our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience, and confidence to become outstanding citizens.
About the roleAs our Sixth Form Coordinator, you will:
- Assist with new student induction
- Participate and facilitate in designated open evenings and parent evenings
- Provide data for parents regarding student progress, achievements, and concerns according to academy policy and procedures
- Develop extra-curricular and community activities within the designated year structure
- Encourage student participation in house and academy events
- Support the pastoral wellbeing of all students in the Sixth Form
- Receive visitors, speakers and prospective students and organise tours for prospective students
- Alongside the Heads of Year, support the organisation of the Work Experience programme
- Consult with the Examinations Officer regarding the organisation of examinations and dissemination of examination entry information
- Contribute to the Sixth Form area on the school website and improve social media presence for Sixth Form
37 hours per week, 41 weeks per year
Salary & Benefits- NJC 13, £29,064 FTE per annum, £26,838.38 pro rata
- Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
- Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
- Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
- Awards and Recognition Scheme
- Flexible working patterns
- Benefits Platform
- holiday discounts
- cinema tickets
- restaurant booking discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme
Who we are looking for:- At least two years' experience working with young people in an educational, training, or social work setting and providing support for their learning, achievement and well being
- Educated to GCSE level/ NVQ-level 2 or equivalent, including English and Maths.
- A strong record and evidence of continuous professional development
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Excellent organisation, prioritisation, and time management skills
- Someone who is committed to supporting students to ensure they flourish in their learning.
About The David Ross Education Trust
The David Ross Education Trust has grown to a network of 36 academies, incorporating primary, secondary and grammar, and special schools. We employ over 2000 people with the primary focus of raising the standards of education for 13,000 young people. Whatever your role, you should know you are contributing to achieving our vision of inspiring the next generation of young people to be the best they can in whatever they choose. Our aim is to be the country's leading academy chain, committed to delivering the highest educational standards alongside an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.
We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.
While each academy is unique, we share common goals, aspirations, values, and methods that enable us to work collaboratively and collectively to achieve our mission. We operate regional hubs, whereby academies work with other schools who are part of the Trust so we can share skills and knowledge, allowing them to benefit and learn from each other.
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Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.
An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.
The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely based on their merits, abilities, and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.