Office Administrator - Specialist (Admissions & Sixth Form Administrator)

Philip Southcote School; Ewell; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension

Holiday entitlement

Training and development

Wellbeing support

Free parking

Job summary

Epsom and Ewell High School, part of Bourne Education Trust, invites applications for an Office Administrator - Specialist (Admissions & Sixth Form).

This role supports the Admissions and Sixth Form teams, works Monday to Friday, 42 weeks per year, and offers career development, safeguarding responsibilities and a DBS check.

The school values inclusive, aspirational staff and provides pension, wellbeing support, free parking and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Experience working in an office environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Awareness of safeguarding of children.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist support in Admissions & Sixth Form.
• Research and analyse data relevant to the role.
• Prepare reports, proposals and recommendations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver the specialist area.

Skills

Office administration

Communication skills

Data analysis

Job description

Office Administrator - Specialist (Admissions & Sixth Form Administrator)

Benefits: Generous pension and holiday entitlement, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay

We are seeking a Office Administrator - Specialistto join our team at Epsom and Ewell High School, part of Bourne Education Trust.

About Epsom and Ewell High School

Epsom and Ewell High School offers a supportive and vibrant learning environment where students thrive. As part of the Bourne Education Trust (BET), a successful multi-academy trust comprising twenty-five schools across Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we are committed to "Transforming schools...changing lives." Rated 'Good' by Ofsted in 2022 and described as "no ordinary secondary school," we balance academic excellence with preparation for life beyond the curriculum.

Our student-led approach challenges learners to think deeply while our dedicated staff ensure they progress further than national averages. We're proud to be the UK's first recipient of the Schools Mental Health Gold Award, creating an environment where everyone can fulfil their potential.

Professional development is central to our success, with weekly training keeping teaching dynamic and relevant. We have a strong tradition of developing leaders from within, supported by robust in-house programs and a commitment to accelerated career progression at all levels.

At Epsom and Ewell High School, we nurture confident, ambitious students who embrace community, tolerance and high aspiration. Our ethos is simple: our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we truly believe every child can achieve.

Details

Position:Office Administrator - Specialist (Admissions & Sixth Form Administrator)

Hours: Monday - Friday 8-4, 42 weeks per year

• Condensed school year with two week half term in October
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests
• Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Staff Shop benefits platform
• Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
• Free on-site parking, with electric car chargers and cycle to work scheme

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide effective specialist support in your designated area
• Research and analyse data and information appropriate and relevant to your current specialism
• Prepare and present reports, proposals, and recommendations based on your findings
• Liaise and collaborate with appropriate stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of your current specialist area of responsibility

Essential requirements include:

• An awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
• Experience working in an office environment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Our Culture

At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity

Bourne Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, and follows safeguarding interview procedures. We expect all candidates to meet the highest standard of safeguarding and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. In advertising our vacancies, we are committed to accommodating diverse needs. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.

The closing date for this vacancy is the 15th September 2026. However we strongly recommend applying early to have the best possible chance of being considered. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we retain the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.