Admissions & Marketing Administrator - 11-18 Secondary...

A well-regarded 11–18 secondary school in Leeds is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Admissions & Marketing Administrator to join its central office team. The school serves a diverse and aspirational community and has experienced rising applications over recent years due to improving outcomes and strong pastoral care.

Admissions and external communications are central to the school’s continued growth. This role sits at the intersection of data accuracy, parent engagement and promotional activity, requiring both administrative precision and confident communication skills.

The Role

Working closely with the School Business Manager and Senior Leadership Team, you will coordinate the admissions process and support the school’s marketing and community engagement strategy.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the end-to-end admissions process, including enquiries and applications
• Maintaining accurate pupil records using the school’s MIS system
• Liaising with local authorities and feeder primary schools
• Coordinating open evenings, transition events and prospectus distribution
• Supporting website updates and social media content
• Responding to parent queries professionally and promptly

This is a varied role requiring strong organisation, initiative and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

The School

Located in Leeds, the school has invested in modernising facilities and strengthening community partnerships. Open evenings and transition events are well-attended, and the admissions office plays a key role in maintaining a welcoming first impression.

The administrative team is collaborative and works closely with pastoral and curriculum leaders to ensure smooth transitions for new pupils.

The school values:

• Clear communication with families
• Accurate and compliant record-keeping
• Professional and welcoming front-of-house systems
• Strong relationships with local primary schools

Who We’re Looking For

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience in school administration or admissions
• Be confident using MIS systems such as SIMS, Arbor or similar
• Demonstrate strong written communication skills
• Be organised, personable and professional
• Work well independently while contributing to a team environment

Experience in marketing or school communications would be advantageous.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary aligned to local scale
• A supportive and forward-thinking Leeds secondary school
• Varied and engaging responsibilities
• Opportunities for professional development
• A collaborative administrative team

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised administrator who enjoys combining data management with parent-facing communication in a busy and ambitious school environment.