Admissions Assistant - London, United Kingdom - Belmont School - part of The Mill Hill Education Group

Description

The Admissions Assistant is responsible to the Head of Admissions for supporting the admissions process for 7-13 year old's at Belmont, Mill Hill Preparatory School, and part of the Mill Hill Education Group.

We are seeking a reliable, highly conscientious and punctual individual with a warm and professional manner to join our busy team.

This role is flexible and is offering two days a week, ideally from Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday 8.00am to 5pm, with one hour unpaid for lunch, although flexibility in working arrangements will be required.

The post is for term time only plus 20 days pro rata during the school holidays as agreed with the Head of Admissions.

• The role of the Admissions Assistant is to be a friendly, welcoming and professional first point of contact for visitors or callers to the School. This post holder will answer parental queries and guide them through the admissions process, building relationships over time
• Use the School's database to enter enquiries and data to enable tracking
• Arrange where necessary tours or appointments for prospective parents
• Help to organise and administer the 11+ scholarship process
• Liaise with Heads of Year and Head of Lower School regarding allocation of forms and Houses
• Preparing paperwork for new pupils and organising induction days
• Prepare and send material to prospective parents and feeder schools for Open Mornings
• Link with the Admissions Office in preprep, other preps, senior and international schools to share information and data relevant to each school
• Key events support on Open Mornings, Inductions Days & Feeder School events

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• High personal and professional standards, maintaining a high level of confidentiality
• Positive working relationships with colleagues and ability to work as a member of a team
• Ability to take responsibility and show initiative
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure at busy times and to work to deadlines
• A commitment to continued professional development
• Experience in MS Office, Microsoft Outlook and Office 365

• Experience in using databases
• Knowledge and understanding of how to use event booking apps
• Awareness and experience of issues relating to safeguarding the health, welfare and safety of children

• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• Onsite parking

• Monday to Friday