OR115437 – Admissions Officer – Education Non-Qualified

Work Pattern: 3 DAYS REMOTE and 2 DAYS OFFICE

PAYE Pay Rate: £130.39 per day

Main Purpose of the Role

To support the delivery of school admissions services, processing applications accurately and within statutory timescales while providing professional advice and support to parents, schools and other stakeholders.

Typical Day

• Process school admission applications and awards.
• Respond to parents, carers and schools by phone, email and correspondence.
• Maintain accurate records and case files.
• Prepare documents for school admission appeals.
• Provide advice on admissions procedures and decisions.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Handle sensitive information in line with safeguarding and data protection requirements.
• Support improvements to admissions processes.

Key Skills & Responsibilities

• Administration and case management
• Customer service and communication
• School admissions knowledge
• Accurate data and record keeping
• Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Managing competing deadlines
• Handling sensitive information
• Problem solving and attention to detail
• Stakeholder liaison
• Safeguarding and equality awareness

Essential Requirements

• GCSEs or equivalent in English and Maths
• Previous office-based administrative experience
• Experience dealing with members of the public
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Good IT skills, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to manage a busy workload and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and use initiative