School Engagement & Admissions Officer

Buckswood School Ltd; Hastings; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description:

Buckswood is an independent day and boarding school in East Sussex, dedicated to nurturing students to be the best they can be. Grounded in our 12 Pillars philosophy, we champion holistic development through academic challenge, leadership growth, creativity, global awareness, and community engagement. This role is a unique opportunity to shape the future of the school’s local presence and help UK families discover the distinctive Buckswood experience.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, personable and highly motivated individual who is passionate about education and confident representing a values-led school within the local and regional community. You will be a natural relationship-builder, able to connect easily with families, schools and professionals, and communicate the distinctive ethos of Buckswood with authenticity and enthusiasm.

The successful candidate will be a proactive self-starter with strong interpersonal and communication skills, comfortable working independently while collaborating closely with the Admissions and Senior Leadership teams. You will enjoy being visible in the community, attending events, visiting schools and businesses, and creating meaningful partnerships that generate interest in Buckswood as a school of choice for UK day students.

You will have a genuine belief in holistic education and be aligned with Buckswood’s 12 Pillars, acting as a passionate brand ambassador who can confidently articulate what makes the school unique. A background in admissions, education, sales, marketing or community engagement would be advantageous, though attitude, energy and cultural fit are equally important.

Above all, we are looking for someone who is approachable, professional and values-driven, with the initiative to spot opportunities, the resilience to follow leads through, and the warmth to make families feel welcomed and inspired by the Buckswood experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be Buckswood’s face in the local community, connecting with families, schools, and local organisations.
• Build strong relationships with primary schools, estate agents, and relocation services.
• Promote Buckswood at events, open days, and community activities.
• Raise the school’s profile through local media, newsletters, and online parent networks.
• Support marketing campaigns and track leads to help grow day student admissions.
• Encourage referrals from families, staff, and alumni.
• Represent Buckswood at education fairs, networking events, and exhibitions.

Key Skills and Attributes:

Essential:

• Confident, warm, and engaging, with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong sales and relationship-building ability, ideally in education or community engagement.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and drive results.
• Good understanding of the UK education system and what parents are looking for in a school.
• Access to reliable transport for off-site visits and events.

Desirable:

• Existing network of contacts with local schools, estate agents, and businesses.
• Experience in schools, admissions, sales, or event management.

Working Hours & Terms:

• Part-Time: 3 days per week (with flexibility to attend evening/weekend events)
• Base: Field-based, with occasional on-site meetings at Buckswood

Candidates are invited to submit their CVs to the school and if successful following an initial review will be provided with the full Job Description. Candidates would then be required to submit a full school application form before being shortlisted and invited to an interview.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Buckswood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Criminal Records Bureau now the Disclosure and Barring Service. You must also have the right to work in the UK with appropriate Visa if necessary.

If you have spent more than 3 months abroad in the last 5 years you will need to provide a Police check from the country in which you were in.