Student Receptionist and Pastoral Administrator

We are looking to recruit an exceptional Student Receptionist & Pastoral Administrator to join our outstanding team at Durham Sixth Form Centre. This exciting opportunity arises following the internal promotion of the current post-holder within our school. 

At Durham Sixth Form Centre, we value excellent support, care and guidance in everything we do. We don’t just educate—we inspire, support and champion young people during two of the most important years of their lives and this role plays a key part in supporting both our 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?

• Be a part of an Investors in People: Platinum [Employer of the Year 2025] organisation.
• We are a flourishing high-performing sixth form where students achieve and exceed their potential.
• Be part of a team that’s ambitious, supportive, and driven by purpose.
• Benefit from personalised CPD, leadership coaching, and genuine career progression.

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.

How to Apply

Next Steps: We look forward to receiving your application. Please ensure you submit both the Application Form and a Letter of Application (no more than 1,000 words). You can find the relevant downloads and the submission link at the top of this page.

Durham Sixth Form Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Closing Date

9am on Friday 3rd July.