Admissions Assistant in Canterbury)

Admissions Assistant Location: Canterbury Salary: £23,809 - £26,032 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time The school is a vibrant independent day and boarding school for pupils aged 2-18. Set in beautiful grounds overlooking the historic city, the school combines a rich heritage with a forward‑looking approach to education. They are proud of our inclusive and family‑oriented community, where every pupil is valued and encouraged to thrive academically and personally. Their Admissions Team plays a key role in sharing the warmth and values with prospective families from the UK and around the world. They are seeking an Admissions Assistant to join their friendly and dynamic Admissions Team. The Role This is an exciting opportunity for a personable, well‑organised, and proactive individual who enjoys working in a busy and varied role. The postholder will play a key part in delivering an excellent experience for prospective pupils and their families, from initial enquiry through to joining the school. You will be joining a supportive, close‑knit community in a beautiful setting overlooking Canterbury. The school offers a friendly working environment and the chance to play an important part in welcoming new families to a school that truly values every individual. Main Duties Maintain and update the admissions database accurately. Provide administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the admissions process. Deliver a consistently positive experience for prospective families and external partners. Coordinate offer and joining packs, ensuring all paperwork is processed promptly and accurately. Prepare mailing lists and coordinate communications to external stakeholders to promote school events effectively. Support and attend open mornings, admissions and marketing events. Meet and greet visitors, escort families on tours, and provide reception cover when required. Liaise with internal departments and external agencies, including UK and international educational agents. Support travel and event arrangements for the Head of Admissions, occasionally representing the school at events in the UK and overseas. Ensure compliance with safeguarding, data protection and health and safety policies. Skills and Qualifications Educated to at least GCSE level (or equivalent), including English and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above. Proven experience in an administrative, customer service, or admissions role, ideally within an independent school or education environment. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with families, pupils, colleagues, and external partners. Outstanding organisational ability, with a methodical approach and the capacity to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively. High level of accuracy and attention to detail, particularly when handling data, correspondence, and documentation. Strong IT skills, including confident use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and experience using databases or CRM systems. Professional and personable manner, demonstrating warmth, empathy, and respect in all interactions. Positive and proactive attitude, with a willingness to take initiative and see tasks through to completion. Calm and composed under pressure, maintaining accuracy and courtesy even during busy periods or changing priorities. Commitment to teamwork, contributing to a supportive and collaborative environment within the Admissions and wider school community. High standards of personal presentation, acting as a confident and welcoming ambassador for the School. Discretion and integrity, maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information appropriately. Reliability and dependability, with a strong sense of responsibility and pride in work quality. Flexible and adaptable, willing to assist with varied tasks and to work occasional evenings or weekends for events. Benefits Workplace Pension Scheme Employee Assistance Programme including counselling services and financial/legal advice line Salary Sacrifice schemes such as Cycle2work Subsidised gym membership Retail discounts and cashback scheme Fee remission is available to all members of staff subject to spaces being available at the discretion of the Governors and subject to change. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable School, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application. https://www.stedmunds.org.uk/vacancies/admissions-assistant/ #J-18808-Ljbffr