Admissions Officer - Start ASAP, Shape Enrolment Journeys

Marchant Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking an Admissions Officer for a busy secondary school in Southwark. You will process applications, manage records, and provide a professional service to parents throughout the admissions journey.

This role requires strong organisation and communication, experience in school admissions, and familiarity with MIS systems; Arbor or SIMS experience is advantageous. The position is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm, with an ASAP start.

Qualifications

• Experience in school admissions or education administration.
• Knowledge of Arbor and SIMS is advantageous.
• Ability to manage confidential information and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process new applications and maintain admissions records.
• Respond to parent and carer enquiries by phone and email.
• Coordinate school visits, appointments and admissions meetings.
• Update pupil information on the MIS.
• Liaise with Local Authorities, feeder schools and external contacts.
• Prepare admissions letters and documentation.
• Support offers, enrolment and new starter processes.
• Maintain accurate waiting lists and admissions information.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

Confidentiality

Tools

Arbor

SIMS

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is seeking an Admissions Officer for a busy secondary school in Southwark. You will process applications, manage records, and provide a professional service to parents throughout the admissions journey.

This role requires strong organisation and communication, experience in school admissions, and familiarity with MIS systems; Arbor or SIMS experience is advantageous. The position is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm, with an ASAP start.