Job Description
Summary:
Admissions Officer role at a school seeking a dedicated professional to manage admissions and support pupil recruitment.
About the School:
A school committed to academic excellence and personal development, offering a vibrant learning environment across extensive facilities and a strong, supportive community.
The Opportunity:
As an Admissions Officer, you will be responsible for managing the admissions process for Pre-School and the Prep School, ensuring a seamless experience for prospective families. This role is crucial in supporting the school's recruitment goals and maintaining high standards of service and administration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead admissions for Pre-School and Prep School (Reception–Year 6), supporting key recruitment priorities.
- Manage the end-to-end admissions process, from initial contact to enrolment, maintaining accurate records in the school’s database.
- Ensure all admissions administration is accurate, complete, and up to date.
- Work closely with the Admissions & Marketing Data Manager to support effective data management and reporting.
- Coordinate prospective family visits, ensuring a welcoming and informative experience.
- Support taster days and transition activities, liaising with academic staff as required.
- Ensure compliance with school policies and regulatory requirements, including safeguarding and data protection.
- Contribute ideas and recommendations to improve admissions processes and the wider recruitment strategy.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Experience in admissions, administration, customer service, or a customer-facing role.
- Experience of managing administrative processes with a high level of accuracy.
Preferred
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- Experience of working in an independent school or education setting.
- Familiarity with school management systems such as iSAMS.
- Understanding of the independent school admissions landscape.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience and skills.
- High-quality working environment with access to on-site facilities, including a gym, sports courts, and swimming pool.
- Free lunches during term time.