Admissions Manager

Wollborg Michelson Personnel Service Inc; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking an experienced Admissions Manager to lead the admissions process for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. The role focuses on coordination of referrals, consultations, tribunals and placements across the Trust, working with local authorities, schools, parents and external partners.

The successful candidate will ensure high-quality service delivery, safeguarding compliance, and effective collaboration with partners to place

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate referrals, admissions consultations, tribunals and placement processes across the Trust.
• Work closely with local authorities, school leaders, parents and external agencies.
• Ensure children and young people are placed in the most appropriate educational setting to meet individual needs.

Skills

Administration & organisation

Multi-priority management

Stakeholder communication

Education/SEND/admissions experience

Commitment to inclusion & SEND

Job description

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?

Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council

Admissions Manager

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 collaborative Trust 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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