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

School Information

This is a prestigious Independent Girls’ School in Kensington, educating students aged 11–18. The school has a national reputation for outstanding academic results, exceptional enrichment opportunities, and a personalised approach to pastoral care. Families from across London and overseas apply each year, making the admissions process a vital function of the school’s operational success.

The school prides itself on its inclusive environment, supportive leadership, and close-knit community. Staff benefit from excellent facilities, modern technologies, and ongoing professional development. Administrative and admissions teams work collaboratively with teaching, pastoral, and marketing staff to ensure the school maintains its exceptional standards and continues to attract high-achieving, motivated students.

Role Information

The school is seeking a polished, highly organised, and customer-focused Admissions Officer to lead the admissions cycle and ensure a smooth, efficient, and warm experience for prospective families.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the full admissions process from initial enquiry through to enrolment

• Acting as the main point of contact for prospective parents, offering guidance, support, and high-quality communication

• Scheduling tours, interviews, assessments, and open events

• Handling applications, documentation, and data entry using the school’s MIS

• Preparing admissions reports, tracking conversion rates, and monitoring pupil numbers

• Collaborating with marketing teams on prospectus materials, newsletters, and outreach events

• Coordinating entrance exams, scholarship assessments, and transition processes

• Maintaining excellent relationships with parents, pupils, and external partners

• Ensuring compliance with safeguarding, GDPR, and independent school standards

• Contributing to strategic discussions on admissions trends, retention, and recruitment

The successful candidate will represent the school with warmth, professionalism, and confidence, ensuring every family has a positive and informed experience from their first contact to the student’s first day.

Requirements

• Experience in school admissions or high-level customer service role

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal

• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing deadlines

• Experience with school MIS systems and CRM databases

• High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and professionalism

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Friendly, polished, and approachable manner suited to an independent school setting

• Commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality

Application

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