About Sixth Form Associates

A new division of a trusted name

Sixth Form Associates is the specialist sixth form arm of post-16 specialists FE Associates, a market leader in executive search and strategic consultancy for the Further Education sector since 2004.

Our deep roots in the post-16 sector give us unique insight into the needs, challenges and strategic agendas of sixth form providers. With a dedicated focus on executive search, board appointments, and specialist consultancy, our team of experts uses their in-depth understanding to deliver purposeful and impactful services.

Our Values

Our values guide everything we do. They reflect our commitment to delivering on promises, prioritising clients, fostering a diverse and talented team, and always striving for excellence. These principles define who we are and how we work.

01.

Integrity

We deliver on our promises and we don’t promise what we can’t deliver.

02.

Client Focus

We have a relentless client focus and the needs of our clients come first.

03.

Diversity & Talent

We aim to attract and support the best diverse team of people.

04.

Excellence

Whatever we do, we 
aim to do it best.

Our Leadership Team

Our leaders share a passion for the vital work of sixth form providers, which drives our client-first approach. Together, we bring a blend of institutional leadership, search and recruitment expertise, impactful strategic consultancy and wider sector leadership experience. We combine this to strive for excellence and value in everything we do.
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Shireen Razey OBE

Director of Sixth Form Associates

Jo Johnston

Jo Johnston

Director of Recruitment

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Paul Wakeling

Lead Associate

Matt Atkinson

Matt Atkinson

Chair

Judith Richardson

Judith Richardson

Director of Interim Appointments

Lee Rudge

Lee Rudge

Director of Finance