Admissions Coordinator in Colchester

Join a Community Where Everyone Feels They Belong at Philip Morant School and College.

Are you wanting to work as a part of a team whose purpose is to enable every member of the community to feel they belong? Do you have the skills to contribute to a learning environment that enables staff and students to be the best they can be?

Philip Morant School and College was judged as "Good" in all areas by Ofsted in September 2023. We are looking for an Admissions Coordinator who can be a key part in our ongoing improvement journey. Our school is a calm and orderly place. We work hard to ensure everyone feels welcome. As the largest school in Colchester, we have exceptional facilities. Through the Sigma Trust, there are many opportunities to work with staff in other schools and to have opportunities for development.

Living and breathing our vision and values starts from interview day, with every applicant welcomed by the Headteacher. From there, every member of staff is part of a strong team and support and opportunity is always available. We are a popular and busy school and college with 1900 students from ages 11 to 18. This role will include admissions into year 7, mid-year admissions into all year groups and admissions into Sigma Sixth, our post-16 provision.

If you are not already first aid qualified, we will provide first aid training so you can provide backup support to our regular medical staff.

The successful candidate will work 37 hours per week (8am - 4pm, Monday to Thursday and 8am - 3:30pm on a Friday). This is a 41-week-per-year role, which includes term time, non-pupil days, and an additional 2 weeks during school closure periods.

A Day in the Life:

• Supporting the Deputy Headteacher with all processes for the school admissions arrangements.
• To be the first point of contact for all enquiries on admissions.
• Manage the pre-admissions work and ensure all documentation and processes are robust.
• Support the transition process into years 7 and 12.

What We're Looking For:

You are the perfect fit for our team if you have:

• The ability to listen to enquiries with compassion and find the best way to help.
• An understanding or experience of the schools admissions process.
• A strong attention to detail and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Confidence with IT packages and good literacy and numeracy skills.

We encourage you to review the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

Please note that an integration period applies to all new staff joining the Trust, to support introduction into the organisation.

Why Choose The Sigma Trust?

We believe in investing in our staff and fostering a culture of collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal life.

Professional Development:

• A robust CPD training program that empowers you to flourish.
• Unrivalled opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the Trust, sharing ideas and building strong professional relationships.

Employee Benefits:

• A competitive salary and excellent pension scheme.
• A Health Cash Plan to help manage your everyday healthcare costs.
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme to support your well-being.
• Exclusive perks like the Cycle to Work scheme, access to discounts via free membership to Perkbox, eligibility for a Blue Light Card, and more.

Commitment to Safeguarding & Diversity

The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment processes, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools. The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision "To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts", where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.

To Apply:

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 16th September. Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive an overwhelming response. Candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date, so an early application is advised. We are unable to provide sponsorship for this position, so please ensure you have the right to work in the UK before you apply. We are managing all current recruitment directly and kindly request that agencies do not contact us regarding open positions.

Information about the School

We are a large secondary school in Colchester and also enjoy a thriving Sixth Form College. We are a popular School with waiting lists for every year and are proud of our strong academic record. We have an excellent and enthusiastic staff led by a strong senior leadership team and we work hard to provide an environment where every student is valued and their varying needs met. Our pastoral care is based upon a highly successful house system and ensures support both for students and parents.

Safeguarding: The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.