Admissions and Transition Officer – Support Families Through the School Admissions Process

Location: Newbury, Berkshire Contract: Permanent, Full-Time Start Date: ASAP Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience A school in Newbury is seeking an organised and approachable Admissions and Transition Officer to manage admissions administration and support pupils joining the school. The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring that families receive clear information, admissions records are maintained accurately and transition arrangements are coordinated effectively. This is a varied position involving administration, communication with parents and coordination with internal departments. The role at a glance Manage admissions enquiries from prospective families. Coordinate applications, supporting documentation and pupil records. Liaise with parents and carers throughout the admissions process. Organise transition activities for pupils joining the school. Maintain accurate admissions databases and documentation. Coordinate meetings, visits and induction arrangements. Communicate with feeder schools and relevant external organisations. Support the preparation of admissions reports and correspondence. Ensure that pupil information is handled confidentially and securely. What you'll need You will ideally have previous experience in school administration, admissions, customer service or a similar role. Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail are essential. You should be confident using databases, Microsoft Office and administrative systems. Experience with school management systems such as SIMS or Arbor would be advantageous. The school is looking for someone approachable, professional and able to manage sensitive enquiries with discretion. An enhanced DBS check will be required.