JOB TITLE: Student Receptionist & Pastoral Administrator
CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent, term-time plus 10 days
HOURS: 8.00am-4.00pm
GRADE: Grade 4 SCP £23,123 - £24,244)
START DATE: September 2025/as soon as possible
We are looking to recruit an exceptional Student Receptionist & Pastoral Administrator to join our outstanding team at Durham Sixth Form Centre - where we value excellent support, care and guidance in everything we do.
At Durham Sixth Form Centre, we don't just educate - we inspire, support and champion young people during two of the most important years of their lives. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting both students and staff at a nationally recognised, oversubscribed sixth form.
What makes this role exciting?
* Be the welcoming face of our Student Reception, ensuring every student feels valued and supported.
* Provide efficient and professional administrative and clerical support to enhance the pastoral care and day-to-day running of the Centre.
* Play a central role in communication between students, staff, and families, ensuring that information is managed with clarity and sensitivity.
* Work flexibly across our site, contributing to a positive, inclusive, and organised environment.
* Join a thriving sixth form with results significantly above national averages, recognised nationally for excellence and rated Outstanding by Ofsted. We are looking for someone who:
* Is calm, organised, and professional, with excellent interpersonal skills.
* Has strong IT and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
* Communicates confidently and sensitively with students, staff, and visitors.
* Brings a positive, approachable, and flexible attitude to working within a busy school environment.
* Is committed to supporting an inclusive and caring culture where all students can thrive.
* Shares our belief that outstanding staff are the key to delivering outstanding education.
Why choose us?
* Join an Investors in People: Platinum organisation with a strong culture of success and innovation.
* Be part of a supportive, values-led Trust committed to professional growth and inclusive practice.
* Access a wide range of CPD, leadership development, and networking opportunities.
* Make a meaningful impact by guiding and supporting students at a pivotal stage in their education, helping them achieve academic success and prepare for life beyond sixth form.
Join Durham Sixth Form Centre as a Student Receptionist & Pastoral Administrator — be the welcoming face of our Resource Centre and provide vital support to students and staff in an outstanding post-16 setting.
Located in the heart of Durham City, we're just 20 minutes from Sunderland and 30 minutes from Newcastle. Play a key role in ensuring our student services run smoothly and in helping to create a supportive, inclusive environment where every learner can thrive.
*Please note that: This position may close early, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £23,123.00-£24,244.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Store discount
Work Location: In person