Job Description
Admissions AssistantSurrey | 12-Month Fixed Term Contract40 hours per week | Term Time + 3 Weeks (42 weeks)FTE £27,943 | Actual Salary £25,000
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a newly opened specialist school as an Admissions Assistant, supporting the team responsible for welcoming new pupils and families into the school community.
This is a varied and rewarding role where you will help coordinate the admissions and transition process, ensuring prospective pupils and their families experience a smooth and supportive journey from initial enquiry through to joining the school.
The Role
* Supporting the admissions team with day-to-day administrative tasks
* Acting as a key point of contact for prospective parents and responding to enquiries via phone and email
* Coordinating school tours, open events, induction mornings and transition activities
* Preparing information packs and documentation for new pupils and their families
* Organising assessments, meetings and consultations with parents, schools and professionals
* Maintaining accurate admissions data and records on school systems
* Liaising with local authorities in line with EHCP consultation timeframes
* Supporting the transition process for new pupils joining the school
* Managing uniform arrangements for new starters and maintaining stock
About You
* Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
* Confident communicator who enjoys building relationships with families and colleagues
* Able to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively in a busy environment
* Strong IT skills, ideally including Google Workspace or school MIS systems
* A calm, empathetic and professional approach when dealing with sensitive information
* Experience in administration or customer-facing roles (education experience beneficial but not essential)
The Opportunity
* Join a new specialist school at an exciting stage of its development
* Play a key role in supporting pupils and families during their transition into the school
* Varied role within a supportive and collaborative team
* Term-time working pattern with additional weeks included (Total of 42 weeks per annum)
If you are an organised and personable administrator looking for a rewarding role within education, we would love to hear from you.
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