Sixth Form Admin Assistant (Part time)

Job Vacancy

Sixth Form Admin Assistant (Part time) (Rainhill High School)

Employer Information

EmployerRainhill High SchoolAddressWarrington Road
Rainhill
Merseyside
 
L35 6NYWebsitehttps://rainhillhighschool.org.uk

Contact NameAlison MawdsleyContact Telephone01744 677205Contact Emailjobs@rainhillhigh.org.uk

About the Organisation

Rainhill High School and Sixth Form is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people as well as promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued and expects all staff, volunteers and other workers to share in this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosing & Barring Certificate and online searches as part of our Safer Recruitment & Selection Procedures.

Our School’s mission is 'In Pursuit of Excellence’ in everything that we do and our core values; Learn, Think, Contribute, Care, embody our determination to ensure that all our students receive a first class education that enables them to take their place in society confidently.

We are a popular and high achieving school on the edge of Merseyside with a very strong reputation locally and significantly over subscribed.

Role Information

Job TitleSixth Form Admin Assistant (Part time)Job TypeFinance & AdministrationJob PhaseSecondaryLocationSt Helen's

GradeNJC SCP 5-6 pro rataActual Salary InformationTerm Time only + 2 weeks (end of August)Actual Salary Range£13,927 - £14,337 actual paContract TypePermanentContract TermPart time, Term time onlyStart DateMonday, January 4th, 2027Closing DateMonday, November 16th, 2026

About the Role

Are you passionate about helping young people achieve their best?

We are looking to appoint a highly efficient and accurate Administrator with a positive attitude to join our Sixth Form team from January 2027. The position is offered on a part time basis working 3 days a week - Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

What You’ll Be Doing

- Providing front line reception
- Telephone calls and response follow ups
- Responsible for all administrative and clerical duties within our Sixth Form Centre
- Student data management
- Co-ordinating Arbor
- Ensuring the efficient running of the Sixth Form Centre
- Additional admin support for the main school office

About You

- Confident, proactive and adaptable
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Well organised
- Able to build positive relationships with students and staff
- Previous experience working in an educational setting would be an advantage but not essential

Why Rainhill High School?

- At Rainhill, we live by our values - Learn, Think, Contribute, Care.
- We are proud of our reputation for excellence and inclusion, and you’ll be part of a dedicated, welcoming team that makes a real difference every day.
- Permanent, full-time role
- ‘Good’ Ofsted-rated school (2023) - Part of Stephenson MAT
- Supportive environment - Reduced workload, tech investment & career development
- Excellent partnerships - Hope University, Ambition Institute, Rainbow Teaching School Hub and more

Purpose of the post:

Provision of efficient administrative and clerical running of the Sixth Form Centre, Arbor, and production of Data management.

Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school by calling 01744 677205.

Personal Qualities

Qualifications

- Good standard of education up to GCSE or equivalent - Excellent literacy and numeracy skills
- RSA Typing/Word Processing or equivalent
- NVQ Business Admin related qualifications or equivalent
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Knowledge and Experience
- Knowledge and IT experience of Microsoft Office systems
- Knowledge and experience of IT, including printing, scanning, photocopying and typing
- Working in a busy office/educational environment
- Knowledge and experience using Arbor
- Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive information

Skills and Abilities

- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Excellent communication, written and verbal, skills
- Excellent admin and organisational skills
- Able to prioritise
- Can work well as part of a team and on an individual basis
- The ability to multi-task in a demanding environment
- The ability to problem-solve effectively
- Excellent IT skills including knowledge of MS Office
- Ability to liaise with students, parents, staff, Trustees and Governors
- Decision making skills
- Support school events appropriate to the role
- Commitment to Equal Opportunities
- Ability to understand and demonstrate commitment to equality and diversity

Application Information

Closing DateMonday, November 16th, 2026Closing Time09:00am

Interview DateWednesday, November 18th, 2026

How to Apply

If you are interested we would love to hear from you. 
Please email your completed application form to jobs@rainhillhigh.org.uk 
Key Dates:
Apply by: 9am on Monday 16th November 2026 
Interviews: Wednesday 18th November 2026 
 

Recruitment Documents

Job Description Download Job Description

Application Form Download Application Form

Rainhill 6th Form Prospectus Download Rainhill 6th Form Prospectus

Prospectus 26-27 Download Prospectus 26-27

OFSTED Report Download OFSTED Report