Admissions Officer

at  Buckswood School Hastings TN35 4LT

ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT SALES AND EDUCATION?

This role is perfect for someone who thrives on building relationships, managing the admissions process, and meeting UK students and parents.

Skills Required:

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Experience in admissions or marketing is an advantage
• Ability to work independently and as part of a tea

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Act as the first point of contact for all UK families applying to Buckswood School.
• Coordinate the admission process, including pupil transfer and managing enrolment events like Open Days.
• Research and implement marketing strategies to attract new students.
• Handle applications for scholarships and bursaries for both new and current families.
• Maintain accurate records of current pupils and their progress.
• Arrange tours, taster days, and meetings with staff for prospective families.
• Process applications, verify qualifications, and generate offers efficiently.
• Collaborate with academic and administrative staff to ensure smooth communication.
• Foster relationships with local primary schools and explore new recruitment avenues.
• Organise parent engagement events to ensure family retention and satisfaction.

Skills Required:

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Experience in admissions or marketing is an advantage
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Role: part time, flexible hours, 21-25hrs per week
Candidates are invited to submit their CVs to the school and if successful following an initial review will be provided with the full Job Description. Candidates would then be required to submit a full school application form before being shortlisted and invited to an interview.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THIS VACANCY EARLY IF WE RECEIVE SUFFICIENT APPLICATIONS FOR THE ROLE. THEREFORE, IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE.

Buckswood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Criminal Records Bureau now the Disclosure and Barring Service. You must also have the right to work in the UK with appropriate Visa if necessary.
If you have spent more than 3 months abroad in the last 5 years you will need to provide a Police check from the country in which you were in.