Admissions Coordinator — Shape Futures for Students

Progress Schools; England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted gym memberships

Wellbeing app

Counselling support

Holiday entitlement

Foster carer leave

Flexible working

Professional development

Death in service

Maternity/Paternity leave

Medicash

Recognition awards

Referral bonus

MiRewards discounts

Senior Leaders drop-ins

Group conference

Job summary

Progress Schools is seeking an Admissions Coordinator to lead the student referral and admissions process from first enquiry to placement. You will be the vital link between schools, families, local authorities and referral partners, ensuring a smooth, compliant journey centred on each student's needs.

The role emphasizes detail, relationship-building, and real impact in safeguarding and inclusion across a national group of OFSTED-regulated schools.

Qualifications

• Academic background: English and Maths level 2 / GCSE grade 4 or higher, Business Administration relevant qualification (desirable).
• Experience: Effective administrative and organisational skills with excellent working knowledge of Microsoft packages.
• Knowledge: Equality of opportunity, safeguarding, child protection and inclusion issues in schools with high levels of vulnerable children.
• Problem-Solving: Aptitude for solving problems and making effective decisions.
• Communication: Professional communication with students and staff.
• Promotion of Values: Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, safeguarding, wellbeing, and British values.
• Time Management: Effective time management for planning, delivery, and assessment.

Skills

Administrative skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Communication

Equality and safeguarding awareness

Education

English and Maths level 2 / GCSE grade 4 or higher

Business Administration qualification (desirable)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Record-keeping systems

Job description

Progress Schools is seeking an Admissions Coordinator to lead the student referral and admissions process from first enquiry to placement. You will be the vital link between schools, families, local authorities and referral partners, ensuring a smooth, compliant journey centred on each student's needs.

The role emphasizes detail, relationship-building, and real impact in safeguarding and inclusion across a national group of OFSTED-regulated schools.