Student Marketing and Recruitment Officer (Sales & Marketing)
Permanent / Full-Time
£40,000 - £50,000 + Benefits
Central London - onsite
My client, a high-performing independent school in the heart of Central London is seeking a skilled and personable Admissions & Student Recruitment Officer to join their welcoming team. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident and experienced individual to play a pivotal role in ensuring prospective families and students receive a first-class admissions experience that reflects the school’s outstanding reputation for academic and personal excellence.
The Role
As the first point of contact for prospective students and families, you will provide a warm, professional and tailored admissions journey. From initial enquiry through to enrolment, you will deliver exceptional support that highlights the school’s strengths, values and unique community. Your role will be highly varied, combining operational admissions work with creative input into marketing and student recruitment activities.
Key responsibilities include:
* Acting as the initial and ongoing point of contact for all prospective families, responding to enquiries promptly and professionally.
* Guiding parents and students through each step of the admissions process with a personalised, supportive and detail-focused approach.
* Managing the scheduling and smooth delivery of school visits, interviews, assessments and follow-up communication.
* Supporting with the planning and execution of open days, taster events and other recruitment activities that showcase the school to the highest standard.
* Collaborating with colleagues in marketing and communications to produce engaging admissions materials, including website content, social media updates, newsletters and brochures.
* Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records within admissions systems, ensuring compliance with data protection requirements.
* Building and nurturing strong working relationships with tutors, support staff, senior leadership and external stakeholders to ensure a seamless and coordinated admissions experience.
About You
This position will suit an articulate and confident professional who thrives in a front-facing role and enjoys engaging with a wide range of people. You will be highly organised, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities while delivering exceptional service.
Essential skills and experience include:
* Previous experience within school admissions, student recruitment, or student marketing, ideally gained within a private or independent education setting.
* Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with a professional standard of English.
* The ability to create a positive first impression and build meaningful relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
* Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure and to tight deadlines.
* A collaborative mindset with the ability to work across departments and contribute to wider school initiatives.
* A proactive and creative approach to supporting marketing activity, including content for social media, brochures, and the school website.
Desirable:
* Fluency in one or more additional languages.
* Experience of working in an international school or with a diverse student body.
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a prestigious and high-achieving Central London school with a reputation for excellence. You will have the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the student and family journey, working in a supportive environment that values professionalism, innovation and care.
The role offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to collaborate with talented colleagues across admissions, marketing, and teaching. For someone passionate about education and student experience, this is an exciting role that offers both challenge and reward.
If you are an experienced admissions or student recruitment professional with outstanding communication skills and a desire to work within a dynamic and forward-thinking school, please apply for immediate consideration.
Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this role and the successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.