Admissions Assistant - Prep Schools

Dean Close Foundation are looking to appoint a new Admissions Assistant to support our Prep Schools hub. This is a part-time position working 22.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.

Reporting to the Head of Prep School Admissions, you’ll play a vital part in welcoming new families to our Foundation Schools. You’ll be the first point of contact for enquiries, support the admissions process from start to finish, and help organise key events like open mornings and taster days. Other roles and responsibilities include:

• Handle calls and emails from prospective families with confidence and warmth
• Maintain accurate records and manage admissions data
• Coordinate school visits, taster days, and entrance exams
• Support visa applications and document checks
• Assist with marketing and admissions events (some evenings/weekends required)
• Collaborate with staff across Prep and Senior Schools

The successful candidate will have excellent communication and organisational skills, to support their customer focused and proactive approach to admissions. We would ideally like the successful candidate to have previously worked within a school setting.

Dean Close Foundation are a values-driven organisation that fosters love, courage, and contribution. You’ll be part of a supportive team that encourages creativity, compassion, and collaboration.

Early applications are encouraged, and applicants may be invited to interview prior to the closing date. We encourage any applicants with the correct competencies to apply and if reasonable adjustment are needed to apply or undertake the role, please let us know.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed before the closing date. We will request references for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview.

Internal applicants

Please contact the Recruitment Team requesting the internal candidate application form link before starting your application.