College Administration & Pupil Support Assistant
Location: Canford Magna, Dorset
Salary: £24,554 per annum
Job Type: Permanent, Term Time
We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity to join the College Administration and Pupil Support (CAPS) team at the heart of Canford Sixth Form College. The role is central to the day‑to‑day life of the College and the experience of our pupils. As part of a collaborative pastoral and administrative team, you will ensure the smooth running of College operations while providing a warm, approachable, and responsive presence for pupils, staff, and parents. You will support pupils in a pivotal stage of their development as they prepare for life beyond school.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and manage day‑to‑day administrative tasks for the College.
- Provide pastoral support and act as a first point of contact for pupils, staff, and parents.
- Work across the College Hub and residences to foster a well‑organised, supportive and aspirational community.
- Collaborate with teams to ensure operations run smoothly during core operational hours (Monday to Saturday 0800‑1800).
Qualifications
- Proactive, highly organised and confident working with young people.
- Experience in administrative and pastoral support roles is preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Benefits
- Enhanced holiday entitlement
- Contributory pension scheme
- Discounted membership for Sports Centre & Golf Club
- BUPA Cash Plan Membership
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Membership of LifeWorks EAP programme
- Free parking
- Free meals during term time
Canford is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in all areas of our community and encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful job applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening.
Core operational hours are Monday to Saturday 0800hrs to 1800hrs. We are seeking multiple candidates for this role – please specify preferred hours of work when submitting an application.
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