Admissions Officer | Secondary School & Sixth Form | Warwick

The Opportunity

Warwick is a town synonymous with educational excellence from its historic independent schools to its highly-regarded state academies. We are seeking a precise communicative and highly organized Admissions Officer to join a thriving school this role you will be the first point of contact for prospective families acting as a professional ambassador for the school and ensuring the transition into our community is seamless welcoming and legally compliant.

The Role & Department

• You will work at the heart of the schools administrative hub reporting directly to the School Business Manager or the Head of Admissions.

• The role is a unique blend of high-level administration data management and public relations.

• You will manage the entire pupil lifecyclefrom the initial inquiry and school tour to the final enrolment and induction.

• You will act as the primary liaison between the school and the Warwickshire County Council Admissions Service ensuring all local authority protocols are met.

Core Responsibilities

1. Inquiry Management: Responding to all telephone and email inquiries regarding school places providing clear information on the schools ethos curriculum and admissions criteria.

2. Data Coordination: Maintaining the schools Management Information System (MIS) such as SIMS Arbor or Bromcom ensuring all pupil data is accurate up-to-date and GDPR compliant.

3. Appeals & Compliance: Coordinating the schools appeals process and ensuring that all admissions are carried out in strict accordance with the School Admissions Code and local authority guidelines.

4. Events & Tours: Organizing and leading school tours and open evenings providing prospective parents and students with an engaging and informative experience.

5. Reporting: Producing regular reports for the Senior Leadership Team and Governors regarding enrolment trends waiting lists and projected numbers for future academic years.

The Successful Candidate We are looking for a professional who can balance meticulous attention to detail with a warm empathetic manner. Requirements include:

• Experience: Previous experience in a school admissions role or a high-level administrative/customer-facing position is essential.

• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex admissions processes to parents clearly and calmly.

• Tech Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) and experience with school-specific databases (MIS).

• Organisation: The ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously particularly during the high-pressure periods of the academic transition cycle.

Why Join Us

• A role that offers a high degree of responsibility and the opportunity to shape the first impressions of our school.

• Access to a supportive administrative team and a professional development program focused on data protection and educational law.

• The chance to work in a historic and beautiful town with a strong sense of community and excellent transport links across the West Midlands.

• A sense of achievement in helping families find the right educational path for their children.

How to Apply

Please submit your current CV to begin the application process for this Admissions Officer position.