Overview
Admissions Manager role at Cognita Schools, based at Akeley Wood School (Akeley Wood Senior & Tile House). This is a permanent, full-time position with a proposed January 2026 start date.
Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the full admissions journey from initial enquiry through to enrolment, ensuring prospective families feel welcomed, informed, and supported.
* Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team to drive student recruitment, build strong relationships, deliver engaging conversion events, and maintain a seamless, professional admissions process.
* Act as a key ambassador for the school, representing Akeley Wood with warmth, confidence, and professionalism in local and international communities.
Who we are looking for
* Highly motivated, personable, and commercially astute individual with proven experience in customer-focused roles, ideally in admissions, sales, or service-driven environments.
* Confident in building strong relationships, skilled in managing data and processes, and able to balance a busy workload with precision and attention to detail.
Requirements / Preferred Experience
* Significant experience in admissions, marketing, or customer-facing roles, preferably within the independent school sector.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage competing priorities.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to connect with people at all levels with warmth, tact, and professionalism.
* Experience with CRM systems and confidence using digital platforms; able to analyse data to inform decision making.
* Ability to work collaboratively while also operating independently with influence and confidence.
Benefits
* Competitive salary depending on qualifications and experience
* Aviva Pension Scheme
* Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave
* Access to My Staff Shop – discounts across the year
* Cycle to Work scheme via My Staff Shop
* 24/7 wellbeing support through Cognita Care First
* Free school lunches
* Discount on fees for children at Akeley Wood School; free lunch during term time
* Professional Development
How to Apply
Complete this application before the closing date. Closing date: 19/10/2025.
Cognita Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available on the school website. Details on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders are included within the Application Guidance. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background. Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date for the right applicant.
Additional
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Education and Training
* Industry: Education Management
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