As Admissions Officer/Manager, this is your chance to directly influence how and when children access the education they need. You won’t just manage a process here; you’ll drive outcomes, remove barriers, and make placements happen where they matter most.

This is a role for someone who knows how to build momentum, create opportunities, and turn referrals into life-changing placements. You will largely be working from home and will necessitate a meeting in Rustington once a week/fortnight, as well as travelling to schools across the south of England.

What’s in it for you
*Salary up to £50,000 with a strong benefits package
*A high-impact role where your work directly improves children’s outcomes
*Opportunity to join a growing organisation with clear expansion plans
*Real influence over referrals, placements, and occupancy performance
*Long-term progression as the organisation scales and evolves
*Involvement in new school openings and growth initiatives
Your responsibilities as Admissions Officer/Manager
*Manage the full admissions journey from initial enquiry through to confirmed placement
*Build and maintain strong referral pipelines with Local Authorities and commissioners
*Work closely with schools and stakeholders to secure appropriate, timely placements
*Support occupancy targets by converting referrals into placements effectively
*Lead and support a direct report to ensure smooth admissions operations
*Use CRM systems and data insights to track performance and improve outcomes
What we’re looking for in an Admissions Officer/Manager
*Previous experience within education, SEND, or children’s services
*Background in admissions, referrals, placements, or pipeline management
*Experience working with Local Authorities or external commissioning bodies
*Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capability
*Confidence using CRM systems and interpreting performance data

If you’re an Admissions Officer/Manager ready to take ownership of a role where outcomes truly matter, apply now and be part of something that changes lives.

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