School Admissions and Office Administrator

St. Andrews International; Whitmore; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in England seeks a motivated Admissions/Office Administrator to enhance the admissions journey and streamline school operations. The ideal candidate will provide excellent customer service, maintain detailed records, and support various administrative tasks. This role offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and an environment that promotes teamwork and community values.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension Scheme enrollment

Free coffee and tea

Free lunch

Generous holiday allowance

Free parking (subject to availability)

School fee discount

Exclusive third-party discounts

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and highly organised administrator with a keen eye for detail.
• Confident juggling multiple tasks and prioritising effectively.
• Comfortable working with digital systems for record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Support the admissions journey and daily running of the school.
• Manage admissions administration and maintain accurate records.
• Answer calls, greet visitors, and assist with pupil movement.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

Customer Care

Attention to Detail

Database Management

Tools

CRM platforms

Job description

School Admissions and Office Administrator

Permanent | Full-time

About the School

Located in Bromley, Kent, Breaside Preparatory School provides a rich learning environment for your son or daughter. Our curriculum will prepare your children for the senior schools of choice through a balanced and broadly based education, from their first days in Kindergarten through to the age of 11. We believe in getting the basics right and teaching the core subjects with a mixture of traditional teaching styles with the more modern approaches to learning. Coupled together with a strong work ethic and an enriching learning environment, we are confident that we help each child to develop towards their full potential.

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 21 countries, in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East, serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, "Thrive in a rapidly evolving world".

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and detail‑driven Admissions/Office Administrator to join our thriving school office. This is a key position at the heart of our organisation, supporting both the admissions journey and the smooth daily running of the school. If you excel in organisation, communication, and customer care, we would love to hear from you.

You will collaborate closely with the Registrar to ensure every prospective family receives a warm, efficient, and professional experience from their first enquiry through to enrolment. This includes managing admissions administration, maintaining accurate records, and supporting the coordination of key events.

In addition, you will play an active role in the wider school office, answering calls, greeting visitors, supporting diary management, maintaining confidential information, and assisting with pupil movement as required.

As part of our collaborative “One Team” approach, you will provide flexible, responsive support across the administration team to ensure the seamless operation of the school.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a varied workload, takes pride in delivering excellent customer service, and thrives in a fast‑paced, people‑focused environment.

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Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly organised administrator with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering an exceptional experience for pupils, parents, staff and visitors. The successful candidate will be confident juggling multiple tasks, able to prioritise effectively, and comfortable working with digital systems to ensure accurate and timely record‑keeping.

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Be highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Demonstrate professionalism, warmth, and a customer‑focused approach.
• Be confident using databases and digital systems, ideally with experience in data entry, data cleansing, or CRM platforms.
• Be adaptable and comfortable supporting a wide range of administrative tasks.
• Work collaboratively as part of a supportive team.
• Always maintain discretion and confidentiality.
• Be willing to support school events and tours.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys building positive relationships, and takes pride in contributing to the smooth and welcoming operation of a school community.

Benefits at Cognita

• Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience.
• Enrolment in our company's Pension Scheme.
• Free coffee and tea supplied throughout the day.
• Free lunch provided.
• Generous holiday allowance.
• Free parking on site (subject to availability).
• School fee discount.
• Exclusive third‑party discounts.
• Ongoing professional development.

How to Apply

Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is 14th December 2025.

Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.

Cognita Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available on the school website. Details on Recruitment of Ex‑Offenders is included within the Application Guidance.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.