Job Description

About the role:

The Admissions Team is responsible for the day and boarding admissions to Woodbridge School, undertaking all aspects of admissions administration for both the Prep School and Senior School. You will be joining this team as our Admissions Administrator and will frequently be the first point of contact for enquirers. We are therefore responsible for delivering a seamless and positive experience to enquirers and applicants, providing information and advice about the school to ensure the successful conversion of applicants.

What we are looking for in our Admissions Administrator:

You will be efficient and organised, with excellent communication skills, joining our Director of Admissions and Marketing, and Admissions Registrar, to support the recruitment, selection, and retention of both day and boarding pupils.

You will be an experienced administrator and will support the Admissions Registrar to administer the admissions process from the point of enquiry, ensuring a first-class, efficient and friendly service.

You will be expected to develop strong relationships with parents and agents, ensuring they receive communications and updates in a timely manner, and that we receive the data and documentation required at different points in the admissions cycle. We have pupils who join us from overseas as well as from within the UK, so regular communications with parents and agents are essential.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- Able to work accurately under pressure - Excellent organisation, communication and customer care skills - An understanding of the independent school sector (useful, but not essential) - A flexible approach to work - A willingness to take on a variety of roles - The ability to offer a positive and informative applicant experience.