Admissions Assistant (Maternity Cover)

Description

The Admissions office plays a central role in the School and we are looking for an organised administrator to join the team, to cover a period of maternity leave.

The Admissions Assistant is a rewarding role, welcoming families to the school to seeing pupils join and settle in.

An interest in dealing with enquiries from prospective parents, demonstrable organisational skills and the ability to keep on top of all admissions processes will be necessary for the role. Strong communication skills, experience of data entry and close attention to detail are also essential.

The role will be based in Admissions in the morning and the School Office in the afternoons undertaking Admissions and other school administration as requested.

37.5 hours per week for 12 months (Mat Cover).

Salary £26,512. The successful candidate will:

• Be methodical, tracking and following up on all enquires made to the Admissions office
• Comfortable with various databases, overseeing administration of Open Apply forms, email templates, checklists and payment information
• Be confident communicating with visitors including prospective parents
• Able to run all tours and visits and assist with open day and pupil recruitment events

Be an effective organiser with the ability to master a diverse workload

Closing date for applications: Friday 4th September 2026.

Interviews: 11th September 2026

Salary: This is a fixed term contract for 12 months. A salary of £26,512.50 will be offered.

We offer a number of staff benefits including excellent training and inset opportunities, pension scheme, gym use, meals, car parking, an Employee Assistance Programme and School fee reduction where appropriate.

Applications are dealt with on receipt and early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close the deadline before the published date if sufficient applications are received.

Safeguarding

Queen Anne’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online social media check.

Full details of this position and how to apply are available from the current vacancies page on the school website

https://www.qas.org.uk/our-community/work-with-us

If you have any questions about the role, please contact HR@qas.org.uk or telephone 0118 9187426 / 0118 9187422

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