Admissions Officer

Job description

Hours: Monday to Friday 40 hours a week, 8am-4pm, 52 weeks

Start date: October 2026 (where possible)

Your new school

Gretton School welcomes autistic children and young people aged from 5-19 years old, as weekly boarders or as day learners.

Every learner at Gretton has a diagnosis of Autism, and the ability to learn at or above the level of their mainstream peers, but require a specialist setting in order to achieve their remarkable potential.

As autism specialists, we understand that consistent daily routines and staffing helps to keep anxiety at a minimum and ensures that our learners feel safe and confident in their surroundings.

We have a high staff to learner ratio and classes are small and personal - we know each of our learners really well and employ the best strategies to support them in their everyday school life.

A broad curriculum, an emphasis on holistic development, and the development of life and social skills, means that we are able to bring out the best in all our learners, and to provide them with opportunities to flourish.

At whatever stage a young person joins Gretton, we will ensure they are happy and prepared to make the most of the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of life.

Your new role

As Admissions Officer, you will coordinate and support the learner assessment and admissions process from initial referral through to successful transition into school. You will work closely with senior leaders, parents, local authorities and external professionals to ensure every referral is managed efficiently and professionally.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing referral documentation, including EHCPs and supporting evidence.
• Coordinating assessment visits and admission assessment days throughout the year.
• Liaising with parents and local authorities, providing updates and responding to enquiries.
• Preparing assessment reports, offer letters and admissions documentation.
• Maintaining accurate records within the school's Management Information System (MIS).
• Supporting learner transitions and onboarding processes for new starters.
• Producing admissions data and reports for leadership and governance purposes.
• Providing professional administrative support across admissions, referrals, tribunals and wider school operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator who enjoys coordinating complex processes, building positive relationships and helping families navigate specialist education provision

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this Admissions Officer role, you will ideally have:

• GCSE English and Maths (Grade A*-C / 9-4) or equivalent.
• Experience using administrative and clerical systems, including web-based management information systems.
• Strong organisational, literacy, numeracy and ICT skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with parents, colleagues, local authorities and young people.
• The ability to manage sensitive conversations professionally, patiently and tactfully.
• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and supporting children and young people.
• A resilient, conscientious and proactive approach to work.

Experience within education, knowledge of autism, understanding of GDPR and familiarity with Google Suite would be advantageous.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will join a highly supportive specialist school where staff are valued, developed and encouraged to grow professionally. You will have the opportunity to make a genuine impact on the lives of autistic children and young people while working within a collaborative and welcoming team environment.

Benefits include:

• Full-time working hours, Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• The chance to work within a respected specialist autism school.
• A supportive, family-oriented culture where teamwork and wellbeing are highly valued.

Safeguarding recruitment statement: Gretton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment, applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. We aim to be a fair employer and are committed to equal opportunities. Gretton School does not discriminate against employees on the basis of gender, ethnic origin, disability or age.

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