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Admissions Officer (Operations and Recruitment)
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Location: Wimborne
Vacancy Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking an organised and proactive Admissions Officer (Operations and Recruitment) to join our Admissions Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced administrator with excellent organisational, communication, and customer service skills, together with a genuine enthusiasm for building positive relationships with prospective families, to support pupil recruitment and admissions at one of the UK's leading independent schools.
Working closely with the Head of Admissions, you will support applicants and their families throughout the admissions journey, helping applications progress smoothly from enquiry through to enrolment. You will maintain accurate admissions records, coordinate admissions administration, support recruitment activities and events, and help deliver an exceptional admissions experience for prospective families.
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Key Responsibilities
- Support applicants and their families throughout the admissions journey
- Maintain accurate admissions records
- Coordinate admissions administration
- Support recruitment activities and events
- Help deliver an exceptional admissions experience for prospective families
Requirements
- Experience of managing administrative processes
- Maintaining databases
- Providing excellent customer service
- Outstanding organisational and communication skills
- Experience of school admissions, iSAMS, Metis, or similar admissions and management information systems would be advantageous
About Us
This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and ambitious team where relationships are at the heart of what we do. You will play an important role in delivering a professional, efficient, and welcoming admissions experience while supporting the School's pupil recruitment objectives.
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Application Details
- Closing date: 31st July 2026
- Interview date: Week commencing 10th August 2026
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Canford School is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of our Community and encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
Safeguarding and Welfare
Canford School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undergo child protection screening.
How to Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Canford School, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
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