Admissions Administrator (term-time)

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional and enthusiastic admissions administrator to join our fast-paced and welcoming admissions department. This is a particularly exciting time to join King's as we embark on one of the most significant developments in our history: extending co-education throughout our community. This role offers a unique opportunity for a high-calibre individual to contribute meaningfully to the life of a busy and successful school, supporting the smooth and effective running of our admissions process across all entry points.

The successful candidate will: Have a warm, personable, and professional manner with an excellent work ethic Demonstrate outstanding attention to detail and organisational skills Be a confident communicator, both written and verbal, with the ability to relate to people with tact and diplomacy Offer excellent customer service and promotional skills Remain calm under pressure and manage competing priorities with a systematic approach Be proactive, adaptable, and able to work independently and collaboratively with the ability to use initiative appropriately Be a person of integrity, honesty, energy, stamina and enthusiasm, able to maintain a high work rate and to juggle a range of tasks and competing priorities Have proven experience of handling sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy and with complete respect for confidentiality Be committed to the wider aims and ethos of King's, with a genuine interest in working with children and being immersed in school life Essential: Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills, with a keen eye for detail A team player with a positive, can-do attitude An ability to work independently, identifying and prioritising the work that needs to be done to meet tight deadlines An ability to work collaboratively, demonstrating versatility and adaptability when required to meet the needs of the department Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database systems An understanding of safeguarding and commitment to the wellbeing of pupils Desirable: Previous experience in a school or educational setting Degree or equivalent training Familiarity with school information systems (eg.

SchoolBase) and admissions software (eg. OpenApply) and AI tools An understanding of the independent school sector and admissions cycles Proficiency in file sharing and storage An understanding of GDPR and best practice in data handling Terms & Conditions Start date: November 2026 Salary range: £29,000 - £31,000 per annum Working hours: 40 hours per week. Normal daily hours are 8.30am - 5.00pm with half an hour for lunch (unpaid).

Some flexibility is needed for weekend and evening admissions events (with time off in lieu) This is a term time role plus 4 additional weeks 25 days of annual paid leave (to be taken during school holidays), plus statutory English public holiday To apply for this role, please register your details online via our website: https://www.kcs.org.uk/useful-information/career-opportunities Once you have registered your details with us, you can apply for vacancies by logging into the candidate area using your email address and chosen password.

You will be asked to fill an online application form which includes a covering letter. Please use the cover letter to explain how your own skills and experiences match the person specification for this role. The cover letter is an opportunity for you to share with us how you are suited to this role, how your skills are transferable to the key requirements, and your relevant life experiences or interests.

Closing date: 9am on Monday 28th September 2026. Interview date to be confirmed. Interviews may be staged and we may choose to appoint at any time during the application process. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. King's is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to