Head of Admissions
Ref: SCH-SM'sPS-0090 12 day(s) remainingAdditional Information
Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: AYR - All year round Hours per Week: 40.00 Weeks per Year: 52.000 Pay Grade: CompetitiveThe Role
Monday-Friday 8am to 4pm, 40 hours per week
All year round, office based
Following a recent retirement, we are excited to announce the recruitment of a new Head of Admissions position. St Michael’s is a vibrant Prep School, with high pupil numbers and robust waiting lists across multiple year groups.
The Head of Admissions will be instrumental in continuing this success, whilst actively promoting our vision, values and ethos of our school to prospective parents. Working closely with the Head, the Head of Marketing and the Senior Leadership Team, the ideal applicant will be a strategic and analytical thinker; able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
The Head of Admissions will manage the entire admissions process, supported by the Admissions Officer, and other colleagues from across the school. Previous experience in an admissions role or similar values-driven organisation is highly preferred. A comprehensive knowledge of data protection and successful completion of the Admissions, Marketing and Communications in Independent Schools (AMCIS) Certificate in Admissions Management would be advantageous.
We are seeking an accomplished leader who excels in collaborative teamwork, effective management, and has a demonstrated ability to monitor and analyse market trends and data. Our school cultivates an inclusive environment for both children and staff, promoting opportunities for all to grow and develop. If you’re ready to embrace your next challenge and make a meaningful impact within our community, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.
Informal visits are welcome; please contact the HR Department for further details.
Salary: competitive and dependent on skills and qualifications. Please call for further information.
Closing date: Tuesday 6th May 2025 at 9.00am, early applications welcomed (we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date).
St Michael’s Prep School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service and online digital presence checks if invited to interview.
Benefits
| Other | |
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| Meals | Free meals during term time |
| Parking | Free onsite staff parking |
| Pension | Support staff pension scheme with employer contribution (subject to qualifying criteria) |
| Sick Pay Scheme | Staff sick pay scheme |
Qualifications
| Qualification Title | Grade | |
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| AMCIS (Admissions, Marketing and Communications in Independent Schools) Certificate in Admissions Management |
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| Comprehensive knowledge of the UK GDPR |
Desirable
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| Educated to degree level or professional qualification or experience relevant to the role |
Essential
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| Safeguarding/Prevent qualification or willing to work towards |
Desirable
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Skills
| Leadership | |
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| Effective leadership and motivational skills |
Essential
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| Personal Attributes | |
| Ability to work collaboratively and lead a team |
Essential
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| Self-motivated and able to use initiative to forward plan to meet deadlines, with a flexible approach to accommodate changing priorities. |
Desirable
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| Sympathetic with the Christian ethos and values of the school |
Desirable
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| Abilities, Skills and Knowledge | |
| Excellent written and verbal communication skills and high standards of grammar |
Essential
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| Experience/Knowledge | |
| Experience of SIMS (School Information Management System) |
Desirable
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| Working understanding of General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) practice and regulations |
Desirable
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| Previous experience managing an Admissions team and / or workload within an educational setting |
Essential
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| Proven track record of monitoring and analysing market trends and data, and adjusting the approach and systems accordingly |
Essential
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| Experience of contributing to strategic planning and decision making |
Desirable
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| Experience | |
| Experience of working in a public relations environment |
Desirable
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Safeguarding Information
St Michael's Prep School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service and online digital presence checks if invited to interview.
Please ensure that all mandatory fields are completed otherwise you will not be able to progress with your application, and any changes may be lost.
St Michael's Prep School
Otford Court
Row Dow
Otford
Kent
TN14 5RY
HR Department
recruitment@stmichaels.ke...