School Admissions Officer - London, United Kingdom - Gray & Associates Recruitment Services

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School Admissions Officer - £12ph Plus Hol pay - South West London

ENHANCED DBS ESSENTIAL

Start Date:
Immediate start

End Date:
Three month initial booking

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE


Reporting to the Head of Admissions, the Admissions Officer will liaise with prospective parents from both the UK and overseas, ensuring a smooth transition to the school.

Therefore, this position calls for a high level of relevant experience in customer care, and an understanding of the independent education sector.

Excellent communication and people skills are essential, as well as the capability to interact with students. The ability to maintain accurate records and be highly organised is essential. High levels of computer literacy and excellent administration skills are also required.


Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist the Head of Admissions in planning, organising and delivering successful admissions events including open mornings, entrance assessments, taster days and alumni gatherings.
  • Manage the Admissions Department diary and organise visits of prospective parents, students and agents.
  • Liaise with members of academic staff to organise meetings with prospective parents as required.
  • Accompany visitors to the relevant campus at the school (Pre-Prep, Prep or Senior) to ensure the smooth running of visits and give private tours of the school as requested.
  • Ensure prospective parents, students and feeder schools are informed of entry and interview dates in a timely and professional manner.
  • Maintain spreadsheets regarding place and scholarship offers at all points of entry, draft offer letters for the Head of School as directed by the Head of Admissions.
  • Maintain accurate agent commission records for students enrolled.
  • Collaborate New Students Welcome Pack materials and mailing and liaise with the Group Marketing Department to ensure relevant material is on the website in a timely manner.
  • Ensure every student joining the school at any time has the appropriate welcome and joining information and liaises with academic and house staff as relevant.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders and crosscontinent teams.
  • Good literacy skills to prepare correspondence and maintain records to a high standard.
  • Excellent organisational and timemanagement skills.
  • Ability to work quickly and accurately with excellent attention to details in order to meet deadlines.
  • Absolute discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
  • Evidence of continual willingness to develop own professional skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills at all levels.
  • Ability to work well in a fastpaced, multitasking environment.
  • Have a proactive approach to work; have personal integrity and the drive to do what is best for the students and the school.
  • Always uphold the school's Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy.
  • Adhere to all school policies and procedures.

Job Types:
Full-time, Temporary contract

Contract length: 3 months


Salary:
£12.00-£15.00 per hour


Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person
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