Redborne Upper School provides a dynamic, friendly and vibrant environment where support, training and development for all staff is a priority. Our students and staff experience a supportive and caring atmosphere, along with high standards and expectations for success. Do you want to be part of a successful team of highly committed staff working towards excellence? If so, we look forward to hearing from you. 

Please note that Redborne does not accept applications from agencies or CV's.

All offers of employment are “conditional” until Disclosure and Barring and qualification checks have been successfully completed and satisfactory references have been received. Redborne is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We reserve the right to close applications early.

Redborne is a successful school on a spacious and pleasant campus near the market town of Ampthill in Bedfordshire. We achieve excellent examination results with about three-quarters of students typically gaining Maths and English at grades 9 – 4. ‘A’ Level results are also very good with over half at ‘A*’, ‘A’ or ‘B’ grades and an overall pass rate of 99.9%. About 80% of the Sixth Form go on to university and each year a number of students get into Oxbridge. The school is well regarded, oversubscribed and situated in a very pleasant area of Central Bedfordshire, within easy reach of London. The campus includes a state-of-the-art 400-seat theatre and Sixth Form social area. 

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ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT – SIXTH FORM

Start Date:  September 2026
Contract: Full-time (20 hours/week, term-time only + 5 training days) There is some flexibility on the hours but it is a Monday – Friday role.
Salary: Level 2D (Point 4–6)
Actual Salary Range: £11,592.00 – £11,962.00 (dependent on experience)

Are you organised, great with people and looking for a rewarding role where you can make a difference every day?

We are looking for an enthusiastic, empathetic and highly organised Administrative Assistant to join our Sixth Form team. If you love variety, have good IT skills, and enjoy working around children and young people, this is the perfect role for you.

About the Role

This is a varied and exciting role working with our Sixth Form team.

• Providing administrative support to the Sixth Form team
• Helping to manage the Sixth Form email inbox, routing queries from parents, staff, and external agencies to the correct team members.
• Providing administrative support for the university application process.
• Preparing documentation and coordinating Induction Days, Open Evenings, and Parent Consultation evenings as required.

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from those who are:

• Experienced school staff ready for a new challenge.
• Excellent communication skills and a patient, positive attitude.
• Strong IT skills.
• Good organisation skills and attention to detail.
• A commitment to safeguarding and the wellbeing of children.
• Someone who can build strong working relationships with staff and contractors

What We Offer

• A supportive and inspiring team environment
• Outstanding professional development opportunities.
• The opportunity to be part of a school community that values every member of staff
• Work in a school committed to continuous improvement and excellence
• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people
• Join a team that values inclusion, development, and wellbeing
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Access to employee wellbeing support.

Working Hours

20 hours per week Term Time Only plus 5 training days
Monday – Friday: 10.00am – 2.00pm

If you are passionate about education, eager to develop your skills, and ready to make a real impact — we would love to hear from you!

Visits to the school are welcome by appointment. Please contact Eva Hobson eva.hobson@redborne.com 01525 842611

Apply now and take the next step in your education career journey!

Closing Date: Wednesday 8^th July 2026

We reserve the right to close the application process early.

Interview Date: TBA

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