Admissions Manager

Dudley; Dudley; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Professional development

Job summary

Ascent Multi Academy Trust is seeking an experienced Admissions Manager to oversee admissions for our SEN schools and provisions. You will coordinate referrals, consultations, tribunals and placements, working with local authorities, schools, parents and external agencies to place children in appropriate settings.

The role requires excellent administration, strong organisation and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Qualifications

• Experience in education, SEND, admissions, or a similar administrative role.
• Strong administration and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate referrals, admissions consultations, tribunals and placement processes across the Trust.
• Work with local authorities, school leaders, parents and external agencies to place children in appropriate educational settings.

Skills

Administration

Organisational skills

Stakeholder communication

Multitasking

Job description

Admissions Manager

Ascent Multi Academy Trust

Are you an organised and compassionate administrator looking to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities?

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Admissions Manager to join our growing SEN Multi Academy Trust. This pivotal role will support the admission and transition of pupils into our specialist schools and provisions, ensuring families, local authorities and professionals receive an outstanding service throughout the admissions process.

As Admissions Manager, you will coordinate referrals, admissions consultations, tribunals and placement processes across the Trust, working closely with local authorities, school leaders, parents and external agencies. You will play a key role in ensuring that children and young people are placed in the most appropriate educational setting to meet their individual needs.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent administration and organisational skills.
• Can manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Communicates confidently with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Has experience of working within education, SEND, admissions, or a similar administrative role.
• Shares our commitment to inclusion and improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND.

We can offer:

• A rewarding role with real impact.
• A supportive and collaborativeTrust environment.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Local Government Pension Scheme (where applicable).

Closing Date: Tuesday 10th November 2026

Interview Date: Monday 16th November 2026 (TBC)

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.

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N.B., We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised dateshould we receive a large number of applications.

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Attached documents Admissions Manager JD & PS October 2026.pdf