College Administration & Pupil Support Assistant

Job Reference: 2789467713-2

Date Posted: 26 May 2026

Recruiter: Canford School

Location: Canford Magna, Dorset

Salary: £24,554

Bonus/Benefits: excellent benefits package

Sector: Primary, Colleges, University

Job Type: Permanent

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Job Description

College Administration & Pupil Support Assistant

Location: Wimborne Minster, Dorset

Salary: £24,554 per annum

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Term Time

Closing Date: 07th of June 2026

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity to join the College Administration and Pupil Support (CAPS) team at the heart of Canford s Sixth Form College. Based within one of the School s flagship facilities, this is a dynamic and highly visible role, central to the day-to-day life of the College and the experience of our pupils.

Working as part of a collaborative pastoral and administrative team, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of College operations while providing a warm, approachable and responsive presence for pupils, staff and parents. The role offers a rare blend of organisation and meaningful pastoral engagement, supporting pupils in a pivotal stage of their development as they prepare for life beyond school.

This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking and evolving Sixth Form environment, working across the College Hub and residences to help foster a well-organised, supportive and aspirational community. We are seeking an individual who is proactive, highly organised and confident working with young people, and who will thrive as part of a professional, committed and pupil-focused team.

An excellent benefits package is offered to support staff (subject to eligibility) including:

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.

For further information (including the Job Description and Person Specification) on Support Staff job vacancies, please see the link below.

Please note: 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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We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity to join the College Administration and Pupil Support (CAPS) team at the heart of Canford s Sixth Form College. Based within one of the School s flagship facilities, this is a dynamic and highly visible role, central to the day-to-day life of the College and the experience of our pupils.
Working as part of a collaborative pastoral and administrative team, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of College operations while providing a warm, approachable and responsive presence for pupils, staff and parents. The role offers a rare blend of organisation and meaningful pastoral engagement, supporting pupils in a pivotal stage of their development as they prepare for life beyond school.
This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking and evolving Sixth Form environment, working across the College Hub and residences to help foster a well-organised, supportive and aspirational community. We are seeking an individual who is proactive, highly organised and confident working with young people, and who will thrive as part of a professional, committed and pupil-focused team.
An excellent benefits package is offered to support staff (subject to eligibility) including:
+ 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, Please note: 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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