Job description
Sixth Form Admin Assistant
See Job Description for full salary information, hours and key responsibilities.
Great Western Academy opened in September 2018 and now accommodates around 1050 students in years 7 to 11 and the Sixth Form. The school is heavily oversubscribed in years 7 to 11 and the Sixth Form is flourishing. Our philosophy of Achievement, Care and Excellence permeates all we do, with Care firmly at the centre of this. We use the phrase “Work Hard, Be Kind” to summarise what we expect of students and to create a culture of positive support where students behave well and are able to thrive, whatever their needs, and where they are proactively and effectively safeguarded.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly organised, student focused Sixth Form Admin Assistant to join our Sixth Form team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a pastoral and administrative role and is committed to helping young people succeed academically, socially and emotionally.
You will play a key part in ensuring that Sixth Form students feel supported, valued and cared for, while also supporting the efficient running of Sixth Form operations. This varied role combines pastoral support, administration, event coordination and careers support.
Who We’re Looking For
A confident communicator who enjoys working with young people
Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
A positive team player with a student-centred approach
Administrative experience (school or education setting desirable but not essential)
If you are passionate about helping young people achieve success and want to be part of a dynamic and supportive Sixth Form team, we’d love to hear from you. Experience of a similar role would be helpful but not essential as training will be provided.
Additional benefits of working at GWA include:
Excellent CPD opportunities
State-of-the-art facilities
Health and Wellbeing Support Service
Local Government Pension Scheme
Cycle to work scheme through Cyclescheme
Access to EV charging on site. Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice scheme
Exciting discounts for days out, experiences and retailers
Easy access to the A419 and free parking
If you would like to speak to somebody about this role, or visit the school, please contact Charlotte Greenwood (Assistant Business Manager) on 01793 209700. Applications should be submitted by 9am Wednesday 4th November 2026. Interviews will take place soon after.
Please note we may interview before the closing date (and close the advert early) depending on the suitability, and number of applicants
Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).
About this school
Great Western Academy
Free schools · Secondary · Ages 11–18
- Pupils
- 1,025
- Avg teacher salary
- £47,530
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 15.6:1
- Academy trust
- GREAT WESTERN ACADEMY LIMITED
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
View full school profileOfsted rating key
Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.
Location
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Swindon, Swindon, SN25 2PP
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- Contract
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- Posted
- 20 October 2026
- Closing date
- 4 November 2026
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