The College is looking to appoint a College Services Manager to provide high-level support to the Director of College Services in ensuring the effective coordination, organisation and delivery of all Enabling Department functions. The post‑holder will act as deputy in the Director’s absence, supporting operational leadership, cross‑college collaboration, and the implementation of systems that support the main business of the college.

 The postholder will support the planning, logistics coordination and delivery of major college events (Open Days, Taster Days, Year 10 Days, Interview Evenings, etc.) and deputise as required. You will organise transport and catering for all large college events and trips. You will support the Strategic Manager for Schools Liaison and Marketing with the planning, preparation and implementation of all Schools Liaison events such as assembly presentations, careers fairs, mock interviews, parents’ evenings, and other Post–16 events at high schools.

 In addition, this role involves attending and contributing to half‑termly Enabling Department Head meetings, providing guidance to SMT, CMT and staff regarding cross college events and initiatives, and developing and maintaining strong relationships with secondary schools as a liaison officer.

Loreto Sixth Form College has been awarded a second consecutive outstanding rating in all areas under the latest framework in our December 2022 inspection. Ofsted noted "Leaders place a very high priority on staff mental health and wellbeing including workload. For example, staff can access counselling services, chaplaincy support, and the employee assistance programme". Loreto strives for excellence in staff and students alike, ensuring "Students benefit from an inclusive learning environment that celebrates their individual contributions to the college.”

Loreto Sixth Form College is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All candidates and post holders including volunteers are subject to appropriate vetting procedures as outlined in Part 3 of Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025. This includes an online search for shortlisted candidates, as well as a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check with barred list information and any other relevant checks with statutory bodies for successful candidates.

Supporting Statement

In your supporting statement we ask you to outline why you are interested in the role and how you feel you are suited to it with reference to the criteria in the person specification. This is part of the application process and therefore will be assessed. You must tell us how you meet the criteria listed.