Job Description

Part time 25 hours per week, worked Monday-Friday all year round. Some additional hours required on occasion out of work hours/ Saturdays to assist with Admissions Open Events, approx. 8 Saturday mornings a year (additional pay given).

Downe House is a leading independent boarding school for girls aged 11-18, based in the village of Cold Ash near Thatcham. Our aim is to provide pupils with a wealth of academic, pastoral and co-curricular opportunities to allow them to grow into confident young women prepared to take on the world.

We are seeking an Assistant Registrar to join our successful Admissions team. The team manages the whole pupil admissions process, from handling prospective parent enquiries, up to a pupil's first day at the school. This is a varied role where you will be responsible for managing our international student visa applications, responding to prospective parent enquiries and building relationships with parents, and assisting with Admissions Open events and Assessment Days.

The successful candidate will have previous administration experience and possess excellent organisational and IT skills. We are looking for someone who is outgoing and comfortable working in a "front facing" role, regularly meeting with parents and pupils. You will be proactive in your work and able to provide exceptional levels of customer service. Previous experience of working in a school would be an advantage but is not essential.

Main Duties

Manage all stages of the visa application process for international students and support the Admissions team with all aspects of the admissions process. Arrange appointments for parents to meet the Headmistress and have a tour of the school. Respond promptly to prospective parent enquiries via various channels of communication and build relationships with parents so they feel supported during the admissions process. Work closely with the Registrar to organise student Assessment Days. Assist with meeting parents and prospective students, as well as giving tours and assisting with Open Events when required.

Benefits Include

Generous pension scheme, with employer contributions at 9% Delicious free meals while on duty Life insurance & critical illness cover Discounted school fees A supportive induction programme Beautiful working environment in a semi-rural location Modern gym and swimming pool facilities, for staff use at set times A variety of social occasions throughout the year

How to apply

Application forms can be downloaded from the bottom of the advert on our website at https://www.downehouse.net/about/vacancies

Please send your completed application form to recruitment@downehouse.net by the closing date 16th September. We will review applications upon receipt and reserve the right to interview before the closing date.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Own transport is essential as the school is in a rural location with no public transport links.

For further details you can contact the HR Department on 01635 204712 or email recuitment@downehouse.net

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and any offer of employment is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Check (DBS), satisfactory references, and social media checks.

At Downe House we promote equality of opportunity for all pupils and staff, both current and prospective, and we actively support an environment and culture that values diversity and inclusion.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 29,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 25 per week

Benefits:

Canteen Company pension Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:

Thatcham RG18 9JJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 16/09/2025