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Are you a dynamic individual with outstanding customer service skills and a passion for education? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where every day brings new challenges? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
We are seeking a Group Admissions Manager to oversee the admissions process across all 19 of our schools. In this key role, you’ll bring experience, initiative, and drive to ensure the seamless operation of our admissions processes, helping families make the best educational choice for their children.
About Alpha Schools
Founded in 2003, Alpha Schools has successfully grown to be one of the largest operators of independent schools in the UK. We operate 19 schools, catering for students ranging from infants as young as 4 months old to young adults aged 18 years old.
About the Position
Contract type: Full-time, permanent
Working pattern: Monday to Thursday 8:30am – 5:30pm, Friday 8:30am – 4pm
Salary: £30,000 to £45,000 (dependent on experience)
Start date: Immediate start available
Location: Alpha Schools Head Office, High Wycombe
As the Group Admissions Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Overseeing the admissions process for all schools in the group, from handling phone calls and scheduling tours, to guiding families through their journey from enquiry to enrolment.
• Leading the day-to-day operations of each school’s pupil recruitment strategy, maximising new pupil conversions and increasing existing pupil retention at all entry levels.
• Ensuring all schools deliver an exceptional customer journey.
• Acting as a key brand ambassador for the schools, understanding the local market, and the schools’ value proposition, and appreciating the needs of parents and pupils.
• Delivering regular training to the schools to ensure a professional delivery of service.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Experience as a successful Registrar/Admissions Officer within the independent education industry (desirable but not essential).
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, plus one year’s experience in an educational setting (Candidates without a bachelor's degree but with equivalent professional experience are encouraged to apply).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organisational skills and drive to meet tight deadlines.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Power Point and database skills.
• A full UK Driving Licence.

Why Choose Us?
At Alpha Schools, we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone flourishes. In addition to being part of an exceptional team, here is what to expect:

• Wellness Programme
• Life assurance package, which is three times your annual salary
• Discounted tuition fees for your children at any Alpha School
• On-Site Parking
• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) with 1 extra day of holiday per year of service up to 33 days
• Company Events
• Work with a network of leading schools and passionate educators

Join us at Alpha Schools and embark on a transformative journey that will unlock endless possibilities for personal and professional growth.
Alpha Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level, with costs covered by the company. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Wycombe Preparatory School is a brand new co-educational independent school for 2 to 11 year olds in, High Wycombe. We aim for our school to be a thriving, happy and purposeful place where excellence and a love of learning is nurtured.
Being part of the leading independent schools group in the UK provides us with ample experience and opportunities to provide an outstanding education to our students.