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Admissions Officer - Africa and the Middle East, Gloucester
Location: Gloucester, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 2
Posted: 22.08.2025
Expiry Date: 06.10.2025
Job Description:
Job purpose
We are seeking a motivated and charismatic individual to join our admissions team on a full-time basis. This role will primarily focus on student recruitment, particularly engaging with prospective students from countries in Africa and the Middle East. The ideal candidate will have sales experience, be willing to travel to African and Middle Eastern countries regularly, and be fluent in Arabic, with fluency in other languages being desirable.
Beyond recruitment, this role involves maintaining strong relationships with the students you have recruited, as well as their families, once they join Ashbourne. The successful candidate will help ensure a consistent cohort of 25 students from Africa and the Middle East at the college while fostering a welcoming and supportive environment.
About Ashbourne
Established over 40 years ago, Ashbourne has become one of the top private colleges for A levels in the UK. It is distinguished by its exam results, individual attention, and facilities, aiming to be the best college overall for A levels in the UK.
Ethos and culture
At Ashbourne, there are no uniforms, no assemblies, no school dinners, and the relations between teachers and students are informal, vital, and strong. This is encouraged by the lack of formality and the opportunities for engagement provided by small classes.
Although selective, Ashbourne reserves the right to deny progression from year 12 to year 13 if academic standards are not met. All students are expected to work hard and aim high, with a ‘100%’ homework submission rule and a shared ethos of doing their best.
About the College
It is a sixth-form college where most students pursue A levels, seeking a more mature approach to education with more freedom and responsibility. The college offers an informal, relationship-based environment, different from traditional schools.
Academic performance
Consistently ranked among the top private colleges in London and in the top 5% of schools and colleges by value-added.
Individual attention
Supported by small class sizes and personal tutors who monitor academic performance and liaise with students and parents.
Welfare
Supportive environment that strictly forbids bad behavior, bullying, and abuse.
Location
Near Kensington Gardens, within easy reach of London’s cultural opportunities.
Community and Opportunities
The college hosts a diverse student body, offering a wide range of subjects and extracurricular activities, including Model United Nations, astrophysics, and arts performances. It also offers intensive courses and generous scholarships, especially in music and drama. The environment promotes happiness, support, and inclusivity.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Actively recruit students from Africa and the Middle East, maintaining a cohort of 25 students.
2. Develop and maintain relationships with partners, agents, and schools.
3. Travel to African and Middle Eastern countries for recruitment and engagement.
4. Provide detailed information about Ashbourne’s academic offerings, admissions process, and student life.
Relationship Management & Student Support
1. Maintain relationships with students and families from recruitment through their time at Ashbourne.
2. Serve as the primary contact for recruited students and their parents.
3. Collaborate with tutors and support staff to ensure student wellbeing.
4. Organize extracurricular activities and social events.
Translation & Communication
1. Translate key documents and communications for Arabic-speaking students and parents.
2. Assist with interpreting during meetings and admissions discussions.
3. Perform other tasks as assigned by line managers.
Administrative Duties
1. Maintain accurate recruitment records.
2. Ensure smooth transition from enquiry to registration.
3. Support application processing and administrative tasks.
General Responsibilities
1. Attend meetings and contribute to team activities.
2. Participate in training, education events, and open days.
3. Build respectful and caring relationships with colleagues, students, and families.
Person Specification
1. Sales experience, preferably in education or student recruitment.
2. Fluency in Arabic; additional languages like French, Portuguese, or Persian are desirable.
3. Willingness to travel with minimal restrictions.
4. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
5. Organized, proactive, and committed to student success.
6. Reflective, growth-minded, and collaborative.
7. Open to feedback and continuous improvement.
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