Admissions Administrator

The Independent Schools Council; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time position

Generous pension scheme, with employer

Staff fee remission scheme

Free access to gym and swimming pool

Delicious free meals and on-site car/p

Regular staff social events

Supportive induction programme

Beautiful semi-rural working env

Job summary

Downe House is seeking an outstanding Administrator to join our Admissions Department in Cold Ash, Berkshire. This part-time role supports the pupil admissions process, handling initial enquiries and building relationships with prospective parents while coordinating the 16+ entry process and events.

The successful candidate will have strong administration and IT skills, be comfortable in a front-facing role with parents and pupils, and possess the right to work in the UK; own transport is

Qualifications

• Prior administration experience.
• Excellent organisational and IT skills.
• Willing to work in a front-facing role meeting parents and pupils.
• Right to work in the UK; own transport is essential.

Responsibilities

• Respond to initial enquiries from prospective parents.
• Build relationships with prospective parents.
• Manage the 16+ entry process and admissions administration for events.
• Assist with Parents Events and Assessment Days.

Skills

Administration

IT skills

Customer facing

Job description

Part-time: 22 hours per week, ideally over 5 days. 40 weeks per year (term-time plus 6 weeks).

Salary: FTE £25,818 and £29,250 (depending on experience). Actual Salary £11,651 - £13,200 plus holiday pay.

Downe House is a leading independent boarding and day school for girls aged 11-18, located in the village of Cold Ash, just outside Newbury in Berkshire. Our aim is to provide pupils with a wealth of academic, pastoral and co-curricular opportunities to allow them to grow into confident young women.

We are seeking an outstanding Administrator to join our Admissions Department. The dedicated team manage the whole pupil admissions process, from handling prospective parent enquiries up to a pupil’s first day at the School. This is a varied role, where you will assist with responding to initial enquiries, building relationships with prospective parents, managing the 16+ entry process, and dealing with the administration for Parents Events and Assessment Days.

The successful candidate will require previous administration experience and possess excellent organisational and IT skills. We are looking for someone who can show a strong commitment to the Downe House ethos, and who will be comfortable working in a professional and “front facing” role, meeting with parents and pupils. Previous experience of working in a school or educational environment is desirable, but not essential.

The role requires the right to work in the UK, and own transport is essential as the school is in a rural location with no public transport links.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and any offer of employment is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Check (DBS), satisfactory references, and social media checks.

At Downe House we promote equality of opportunity for all pupils and staff, both current and prospective, and we actively support an environment and culture that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

• Term-time position
• Generous pension scheme, with employer contributions at 9%
• Staff fee remission scheme
• Free access to a modern on-site gym, sports facilities and swimming pool
• Delicious free meals and on-site parking while on duty
• Regular social events for staff
• Supportive induction programme
• A beautiful working environment in a semi-rural location

For further details you can contact the HR Department on 01635 204712 or email [e-mail]