School Trips & Administrative Support Assistant

Headteacher Welcome

Thank you for your interest in joining Whalley Range High School, a proud all-girls community close to the heart of Manchester. We are a school serving young women, removing barriers to learning, promoting equality and inclusion, and working in partnership with our community to ensure every student can thrive.

As Headteacher, my connection to Whalley Range is both professional and personal. I began my career here as an early career teacher, and it has been a privilege to grow alongside this community.

is not just an aspiration; it is our daily purpose. We believe that when young women are supported to realise their potential, they become powerful agents of change, enabling them to strengthen their communities and contribute positively to society.

As part of the Greater Manchester Education Trust, our values of Excellence, Care and Respect guide every interaction and every decision. These values reflect our belief that exceptional education must go hand-in- hand with compassion, equity and a deep respect for the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students.

We serve a richly diverse community, with over half of our students eligible for pupil premium. This shapes our mission and strengthens our resolve. We work relentlessly to remove structural barriers, close gaps, and ensure that every student—regardless of her starting point—has access to the highest standard of teaching, tailored support and inspiring opportunities.

Our commitment to equality and empowerment is reflected not only in our ethos but in the consistently strong outcomes our students achieve. Year after year, they progress confidently into further study, a testament to the dedication of our staff, the ambition of our young women and our shared belief that everyone deserves opportunity, regardless of their starting point. These sustained outcomes, alongside our reputation for high-quality teaching and support, have established us as the largest Sixth Form in the area.

Our Sixth Form offers ambitious pathways within a culture that promotes independence, aspiration and leadership, ensuring our students take their next steps with clarity and confidence.

If you are passionate about empowering young women, driven by a commitment to inclusion and equality, and motivated by the chance to make a meaningful difference to the community we serve, then Whalley Range High School is a place where you will thrive. Here, you will join a dedicated, caring and forward-thinking team who work every day to transform lives—and who will support you in your own professional growth.

Thank you again for considering joining our school community. We look forward to the possibility of welcoming you to Whalley Range High School.

Responsible to:
Administration Manager and Headteacher’s PA

We are seeking an enthusiastic, organised and detail-oriented School Trips & Administrative Support Assistant to join our busy administrative team.

This varied and rewarding role combines the coordination of educational visits and residential trips with wider administrative support across the school. You will play a key role in ensuring that trips are organised safely, efficiently and in line with school and trust procedures, helping to provide students with valuable learning experiences beyond the classroom.

Working closely with staff, parents, students, external providers and colleagues across the school, you will become an integral part of a committed team supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of our thriving school community.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment

Full details about the role and the qualifications, experience, and attributes required can be found in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

“Staff appreciate how leaders and governors are developing ways to protect them from excessive workload.”

“Staff expect high standards of conduct. Pupils are well behaved in lessons and around the school site.”

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