A rewarding opportunity for an Admissions & Transitions Assistant within a supportive educational environment, dedicated to fostering a positive start for new pupils. The role offers a full-time, permanent position with flexible hybrid working options, providing the chance to make a meaningful difference within a school committed to inclusion, safeguarding, and professional development.
Key responsibilities:
- Support the Admissions team by assisting with the coordination and administration of open events, inductions, taster days, and transition activities.
- Prepare and distribute new pupil information packs, liaising with parents, professionals, and staff to facilitate smooth transitions.
- Manage the admissions inbox, ensuring timely responses and organisation of emails and enquiries.
- Arrange assessment calls and facilitate baseline assessments, maintaining accurate records and notes.
- Coordinate meetings with parents for transition planning, ensuring confidentiality and data accuracy in line with GDPR and school policies.
- Assist with maintaining the school MIS system, ensuring data is current and compliant with school procedures.
- Arrange uniform stock and oversee transfer of documents from previous schools to ensure seamless enrolment.
- Support the wider admissions and transition team in delivering a welcoming and efficient service to prospective pupils and their families.
- Participate in safeguarding, child protection, and positive behaviour training, and uphold school policies at all times.
- Undertake additional duties or projects as directed by senior leadership, adapting to the needs of the school community.
About you:
- Proven administrative experience, ideally with familiarity in school settings or similar environments.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
- Strong organisational skills, capable of managing multiple priorities efficiently.
- Ability to work proactively, flexibly, and with attention to detail within a fast-paced environment.
- Understanding of safeguarding, GDPR, and data protection procedures.
- A empathetic approach combined with a professional and approachable demeanour.
- Competence in ICT, particularly with Google Workplace and school MIS systems.
- Willingness to contribute positively to the school’s inclusive ethos and values.
- GCSEs in Maths and English (grade E or above) or equivalent.
- Experience working with children or in educational administration is desirable but not essential.
What’s on offer:
- Salary of £27,500, complemented by excellent benefits.
- Full-time, 52 weeks a year
- Hybrid working arrangement, with school-based duties and flexibility during closure periods.
- Opportunities for professional growth and involvement within an inclusive, values-driven environment.
- Supportive team, committed to safeguarding, diversity, and continuous development.
- Comprehensive training, including PRICE positive behaviour training, and ongoing support.