Admissions Officer – Independent School – Cambridge
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale

School Information

This highly regarded Independent day school in Cambridge educates students aged 4–18 and is recognised for its academic excellence, personalised learning, and strong pastoral care. The school is set within a historic campus close to the city centre, offering state-of-the-art learning facilities alongside beautiful traditional buildings.

The school attracts families from diverse backgrounds, locally and internationally, and prides itself on delivering an admissions process that is thorough, fair, and supportive. Its culture emphasises respect, curiosity, ambition, and well-being. Staff describe the environment as inspiring, professional, and exceptionally well-organised, with leadership that values administrative excellence just as highly as high-quality teaching.

A dedicated admissions department ensures that prospective families receive a smooth, warm, and informative experience from initial enquiry to enrolment. The team plays a crucial role in maintaining the school’s reputation and supporting future student intake.

Role Information

The school is looking to appoint an experienced and personable Admissions Officer to join the admissions and marketing team. You will be the first point of contact for prospective families and will act as an ambassador for the school, delivering a professional, welcoming, and efficient admissions experience.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing all stages of the admissions journey from initial enquiry to enrolment

• Handling phone, email, and in-person enquiries promptly and professionally

• Maintaining accurate admissions data and records using the school’s management information system

• Liaising with parents, students, academic staff, and senior leadership

• Arranging tours, open days, assessments, interviews, and follow-up communication

• Preparing admissions documentation, offers, waiting lists, and confirmation letters

• Ensuring compliance with safeguarding, GDPR, and school policies

• Supporting marketing events, school fairs, and promotional activities

• Contributing to admissions strategy, analytics, and forecasting

The role requires diplomacy, empathy, exceptional communication, and the ability to manage multiple detailed processes simultaneously. You will play a central part in shaping the school’s first impression to future families.

Requirements

• Strong admissions, customer service, or administrative experience (school experience desirable)

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

• Warm, professional, articulate presentation and ability to build rapport with families

• High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills

• Ability to manage a busy workload during peak admissions periods

• Comfort with data systems, spreadsheets, and digital communication

• Ability to represent the school positively and uphold its values

• Understanding of safeguarding, GDPR, and confidentiality

Application

To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.