Director, School Admissions & Policy Strategy

Civic Recruitment Limited; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Local Authority seeks a strategic Head of Schools Admissions Service to lead the team, ensure statutory compliance, and deliver a high-quality, customer-focused admissions service from Camden, London. The postholder will shape admissions policy, supervise the annual admissions cycle, and collaborate with education planning teams.

Sponsored by Civic Recruitment Limited, the role requires senior leadership experience, deep knowledge of the School Admissions Code, and a proven ability to

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading a Schools Admissions Service within a Local Authority.
• Experience at a Head of Service, Service Manager, or equivalent senior leadership level.
• Extensive knowledge of the School Admissions Code, School Admission Appeals Code, and relevant education legislation.
• Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience.
• Relevant professional qualification in Education, Public Administration, Management, or a related discipline.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Schools Admissions Service to ensure the effective delivery of all statutory admissions functions.
• Develop, implement, and review admissions policies in accordance with current legislation, the School Admissions Code, and Department for Education guidance.
• Oversee the annual admissions cycle, coordinating primary and secondary school admissions rounds.
• Provide strategic advice and guidance to senior leadership, elected members, schools, and external stakeholders on admissions matters.
• Manage school admission appeals, in-year admissions, fair access protocols, and waiting lists.
• Lead on school place planning and sufficiency, collaborating closely with education planning and commissioning teams.

Education

Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience

Relevant professional qualification in Education, Public Administration, Management, or a related discipline

Evidence of continuing professional development

Job description

The Local Authority seeks a strategic Head of Schools Admissions Service to lead the team, ensure statutory compliance, and deliver a high-quality, customer-focused admissions service from Camden, London. The postholder will shape admissions policy, supervise the annual admissions cycle, and collaborate with education planning teams.

Sponsored by Civic Recruitment Limited, the role requires senior leadership experience, deep knowledge of the School Admissions Code, and a proven ability to