Job Description

Admissions Officer / Office Administrator

We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated, dynamic and enthusiastic

Admissions Officer / Office Administrator

to join our amazing school team.

This is a

pivotal role within our busy school office

, responsible for managing all aspects of the pupil admissions process and maintaining accurate and confidential records. You will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and play a key role in ensuring the smooth and professional operation of the school office.

As the

first point of contact

for parents and carers, you will manage enquiries with warmth and professionalism, liaise with external agencies and authorities, and support all general administrative functions within the office. You will also be involved in school marketing activities and fundraising events, contributing positively to the wider life of the school.

We are looking for someone who is an

excellent team player

, but who is also confident working independently. You will demonstrate a positive, proactive attitude, strong organisational skills and the ability to use initiative, contributing to the school's ethos and values.

What we offer:

A welcoming and supportive school environment

A key role within a committed and friendly office team

A

Quest New Starter Loyalty Bonus of 1,000

(pro rata for part-time roles), payable after two years' service, to reward your ongoing commitment and loyalty (terms and conditions apply)

Employee Assistance Programme including 24/7 access to a GP

Safeguarding Commitment

Quest is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This commitment is underpinned by robust processes and procedures designed to maximise opportunity, minimise risk and continuously promote a strong safeguarding culture across our workforce. The Quest School is legally obligated to process an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before making appointments to relevant posts.

The DBS check will reveal both spent and unspent convictions and adult cautions, and any other information held by local police that's considered relevant to the role. Any information that is "protected" under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended 2013 / 2020 / 2023) will not appear on a DBS certificate.

For posts in regulated activity, the DBS check will include a relevant barred list check (Children's and/or Adults barred list check depending on the role).

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, employment status, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, nationality, pregnancy and maternity, religious belief or non-belief, responsibility for dependants, sexual orientation, social background, trade union or political activity or any other reasons which cannot be shown or justified.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 21,314.00 per year

Expected hours: 30 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person