At a Glance
- Tasks: Support admissions processes and maintain accurate student records while collaborating with various stakeholders.
- Company: A vibrant school dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a chance to make a difference.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and impact.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and play a key role in shaping students' educational journeys.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and a passion for education are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
JOB PURPOSE To support the Manager in all aspects of their role by providing administrative support. To contribute to the overall ethos, work and aims of the school.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Admit the school's own In‐Year admissions process: Maintain an accurate ranking list using the criteria according to the school's Admissions Policy and develop the spreadsheets.
- Send previous school reports/records, liaise with LEAs, other schools and external agencies as necessary.
- Prepare the student lists for consideration by the governors at the Admissions committee meeting and arrange resulting induction meetings.
- Process the secondary transfer of pupils from the primary sector: Ensure all admission procedures comply with the Requirements of the Admissions Codes of Practice and the LEA.
- Prepare appropriate spreadsheets of pupil and parent data for use by various stakeholders in the lead‐up to the new academic year.
- Maintain good relationships with primary schools to ensure the admissions process and transfer of entrants goes smoothly.
- Put students on and off roll on the school MIS.
- Liaise with Year Leaders to ensure the receipt of pupil‐level information required for admissions.
- Provide information to parents via email, telephone calls or face‐to‐face communication.
- Process pupil admission appeals, arrange independent appeal hearings, draft/collate case documents and deal with all correspondence in accordance with the Admission Appeals Code of Practice.
- Respond to enquiries from the Local Government Ombudsman and the LEA in respect of admissions including allocating places in accordance with the Fair Access Protocol.
- Ensure the maintenance of accurate computerised pupil records in liaison with the Data and Exams departments.
- Upload/download Common Transfer Files from/to the MIS.
- Ensure the meals payment system is accurate for student accounts.
- Liaise with the website host to keep the school website sections updated.
- Check the Admissions Criteria for the following academic year has been suitably updated within the appropriate timeframe, send to the LEA and publish it on the school website following approval by the Governors.
- Update the admissions timetable for the following academic year, send it to the LEA and publish it on the school website.
- Support the Data & Admissions Manager in all aspects of their role by carrying out research, obtaining information, analysing and evaluating information as requested; producing reports and records as required.
Admissions & Data Officer in London employer: Kingsbury High School
As an Admissions & Data Officer at our school, you will be part of a supportive and collaborative work culture that values your contributions to the educational journey of our students. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities for professional development, and a commitment to maintaining strong relationships with local primary schools, ensuring a smooth admissions process. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of our students while enjoying a fulfilling career in a vibrant educational environment.
We think you need these skills to ace Admissions & Data Officer in London
Administrative Support
Data Management
Spreadsheet Proficiency
Communication Skills
Liaison Skills
Attention to Detail
Knowledge of Admissions Policies
