Sixth Form Learning & Progression Manager

Alec Reed Academy, Northolt, Middlesex, UB5 5LQ

12 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  asap

• Closing date

  4 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  22 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Pastoral, health and welfare
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £29,728.00 - £34,525.00 Annually (Actual)

Sixth Form Learning & Progression Manager job summary

'All staff were so welcoming and friendly when I joined ARA. I love the fact that every day is different and very rewarding in my role’. SaFE Worker

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a Sixth Form Learning & Progression Manager to join our thriving team. Based in Ealing, West London, you will work alongside an experienced colleague in the same role, providing a collaborative and supportive approach to helping our sixth form students succeed. This is a well-resourced environment with a strong commitment to student achievement and progression. The role is available to start as soon as possible.

The role is to work Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 4pm (finishing at 5pm on one day for training) on a term-time only basis plus professional development days. Salary starts from £29,728 per annum (this has already been pro-rated) and is dependent on experience.

Skills & Experience needed:

• The role of Sixth Form Learning & Progression Manager requires applicants to have experience of working with young people, establishing successful relationships with them, experience of enforcing behaviour management and knowledge of study skills and Sixth Form qualifications
• Applicants must possess GCSE Grade C or above in English and Mathematics and be educated to A-level standard (or equivalent)
• Have excellent organisational and administrative skills, the ability to carry out instructions, work with minimum supervision and equally to work under pressure

What we have to offer you:

• Excellent employer pension contributions of over 19% with the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Extensive free on‑site parking with enough space to accommodate all staff
• Complimentary use of our newly refurbished, state of the art Fitness Suite
• A comprehensive and ongoing CPD programme to support your professional growth
• Subsidised meals served in our high‑quality in‑house restaurant
• Family‑friendly policies, including enhanced paid dependants’ leave, religious observance days, wedding and funeral leave, moving day leave, and paid time for NHS medical appointments
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health services
• Access to the Cycle to Work Scheme along with free eye tests for staff
• A proven culture of supporting flexible working requests, with high acceptance levels Academy‑wide
• Access to a range of discount schemes including Blue Light Card, Discounts for Teachers, and Costco membership.

Commitment to safeguarding:

• ARA is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination
• The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.

How to apply:

• Come and visit us for a personal tour if you like, or you could visit the ‘Work For Us’ section of our website for more information and an application form: www.alecreedacademy.co.uk
• If you prefer to talk, our HR department would love to chat: 0208 8414511.

We reserve the right to hold interviews in advance of the closing date should a favourable application be received.

ARA is committed to the protection and safety of our learners. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and Social media check prior to commencing the role.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Alec Reed Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 19
• Education phase: All through school
• Size: 1639 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Alec Reed Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/alec-reed-academy

Alec Reed Academy is a thriving, inclusive all‑through school for pupils aged 3–19, serving the diverse community of Northolt in the London Borough of Ealing. Founded by the late Sir Alec Reed and opened in 2005, the Academy has grown significantly and now educates over 1,600 pupils across Nursery, Primary, Secondary and Post‑16 phases. Our unique all‑through structure provides a seamless learning journey, strong transition between phases, and shared professional expertise benefiting children at every stage.

We are proud to be an Ofsted 'Good' school (2018 and 2023), with high aspirations and a clear trajectory of continued improvement. Our mission is to inspire excellence, unlock potential and prepare children for adult life—academically, socially, and personally. We serve a richly diverse community: 60% of pupils speak English as an additional language, we have above‑average levels of SEND and EHCPs, and 48% of pupils are eligible for the Pupil Premium. Our strong pastoral systems and inclusive ethos ensure every young person feels valued, supported, and able to succeed.

Our state‑of‑the‑art facilities were designed by Foster + Partners, offering an exceptional environment for teaching and learning. These include fully equipped science labs, specialist art and technology studios, a professional 300‑seat theatre, a digital media suite, a Community Sports Centre, a 3G AstroTurf pitch, a climbing wall, dance studio, MUGA and expansive outdoor learning spaces. With recent investment—including a £1m Academy Fields Outdoor Learning Hub—we offer innovative opportunities for environmental education, sustainability, wellbeing and hands‑on learning across all phases.

Our curriculum is ambitious and broad, enriched through creative arts, outdoor learning and a strong careers and employability programme aligned with Gatsby Benchmarks. Our new Employability Hub, developed with support from Reed and external partners, ensures students gain the skills, confidence and experiences needed to progress into higher education, apprenticeships, or employment.

As an employer, we invest heavily in professional development. Staff benefit from six annual CPD days, ongoing training, leadership pathways, tailored ECT support and the advantage of working within an all‑through team that collaborates across phases. All business services—including HR, Finance, IT and Estates—are managed in‑house, enabling swift support, strong communication and a consistent, community‑focused culture.

Alec Reed Academy is a welcoming, ambitious and supportive place to work, where innovation is encouraged and staff wellbeing is prioritised. Located in West London with excellent transport links, the Academy offers the advantages of an Outer London setting while applying Inner London pay scales. We are committed to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring every member of our community can thrive.

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