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Regional Admissions Officer
| Posting date: | 24 May 2024 |
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| Salary: | £29,269 to £31,364 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 June 2024 |
| Location: | Gloucester, Gloucestershire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Greenshaw Learning Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 356 |
Summary
We are looking for a Regional Admissions Officer for the Greenshaw Learning Trust (GLT) in either Gloucester or Sutton. This key role has been developed to support the growth of GLT and offers the successful candidate a fantastic opportunity to become an integral part of our ambitious and fast paced Admissions Team.
Reporting into the Head of Admissions and working closely with primary Headteachers and school staff, we are looking for an efficient and supremely organised person to ensure that we remain compliant with both regulatory requirements and internal policies. You’ll be someone who relishes a challenge, working flexibly within a supportive and highly effective team.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth.
We also have three shared service hubs with remote / hybrid working opportunities where appropriate. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.
Main responsibilities:
Provide guidance, support, and expertise to schools, parents, and colleagues in all matters relating to School Admissions and School Admission Appeals
Manage primary In-Year applications and waiting lists ensuring that compliance is maintained
Manage assess and process primary school special requests in collaboration with Headteachers, to include Education Outside of the Normal Age Group, Summer Born and Flexi- schooling
Manage the ranking process for Point of Entry applications ensuring that deadlines are met
Collate relevant data for the Head of Admissions/Admissions Lead in relation to primary School Admission Appeals
Provide assistance to schools at Open Days/Evenings
Deliver information to parents in relation to the Transfer to Secondary School process
Manage annual communications to primary school Administration Officers
Participate in the development and implementation of service improvements, ensuring compliance with statutory guidance and policies.
Dealing with highly sensitive and confidential information appropriately
Planning ahead in order to anticipate busy periods and changing priorities
Having an awareness of the educational landscape and its implications for the work of the Admissions Team.
You will need:
Knowledge and understanding of the legal context of School Admissions and experience of School Admission Appeals.
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and be flexible and work to tight deadlines, whilst maintaining quality and attention to detail.
Ability to communicate with a range of audiences and understand how to tailor messages to different audience types.
Maintain confidentiality and deal with sensitive issues in a tactful and confident manner.
Able to work proactively, think ahead in a fast moving environment, using initiative and working autonomously.
What’s in it for you:
Professional development and career progression
Generous pension scheme
An Employee Assistance Programme
Gym Discounts
Free eye tests
Cycle to work scheme
Green car scheme
Being part of a great team and expanding organisation
Please download the recruitment pack for further information.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 23rd June 2024. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Reporting into the Head of Admissions and working closely with primary Headteachers and school staff, we are looking for an efficient and supremely organised person to ensure that we remain compliant with both regulatory requirements and internal policies. You’ll be someone who relishes a challenge, working flexibly within a supportive and highly effective team.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth.
We also have three shared service hubs with remote / hybrid working opportunities where appropriate. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.
Main responsibilities:
Provide guidance, support, and expertise to schools, parents, and colleagues in all matters relating to School Admissions and School Admission Appeals
Manage primary In-Year applications and waiting lists ensuring that compliance is maintained
Manage assess and process primary school special requests in collaboration with Headteachers, to include Education Outside of the Normal Age Group, Summer Born and Flexi- schooling
Manage the ranking process for Point of Entry applications ensuring that deadlines are met
Collate relevant data for the Head of Admissions/Admissions Lead in relation to primary School Admission Appeals
Provide assistance to schools at Open Days/Evenings
Deliver information to parents in relation to the Transfer to Secondary School process
Manage annual communications to primary school Administration Officers
Participate in the development and implementation of service improvements, ensuring compliance with statutory guidance and policies.
Dealing with highly sensitive and confidential information appropriately
Planning ahead in order to anticipate busy periods and changing priorities
Having an awareness of the educational landscape and its implications for the work of the Admissions Team.
You will need:
Knowledge and understanding of the legal context of School Admissions and experience of School Admission Appeals.
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and be flexible and work to tight deadlines, whilst maintaining quality and attention to detail.
Ability to communicate with a range of audiences and understand how to tailor messages to different audience types.
Maintain confidentiality and deal with sensitive issues in a tactful and confident manner.
Able to work proactively, think ahead in a fast moving environment, using initiative and working autonomously.
What’s in it for you:
Professional development and career progression
Generous pension scheme
An Employee Assistance Programme
Gym Discounts
Free eye tests
Cycle to work scheme
Green car scheme
Being part of a great team and expanding organisation
Please download the recruitment pack for further information.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 23rd June 2024. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.