Admissions manager (mat cover)

Are you committed to providing a first-class admissions service to families looking for the best school for their child?

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Sunday Times North Independent Secondary School of the Decade. We are seeking an enthusiastic, passionate and professional admissions manager who will be responsible for delivering a first-class admissions service for families seeking to join the school. 

You will work closely with colleagues in the external relations team including the Head of Marketing , the Events Officer and colleagues across the school to provide a highly personalised experience which encourages families to apply and to accept their offer. This role is temporary maternity cover until 30 September 2025 and is part time 4 days per week.

Your role will also involve developing strong relationships with parents, feeder schools, and other stakeholders, enhancing our recruitment activities, and maintaining rigorous admissions data within our systems. You'll be responsible for organising open days, entrance exams, and other recruitment activities that are pivotal in attracting the best candidates. 

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in customer-focused environments, ideally within education or related sectors, with a robust understanding of CRM systems and educational policy. Essential skills include exceptional communication, strategic planning capabilities, and the ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences. Experience with the UKVI's Points Based System and managing information in a school environment is preferred but not essential as training will be provided. 

Located on our beautiful 140-acre site in north Leeds, you'll be part of a close-knit team dedicated to fostering an environment where every idea is valued and each team member is encouraged to excel and contribute to our collective achievements. This role involves flexible working hours, including some occasional evenings and weekends, to meet the needs of our events and stakeholders. 

Why GSAL? 

The Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL) is one of the leading schools in the north and traces its history back to 1552. In the last five years GSAL Senior School has twice been named North Independent School of the Year, and North Independent School of the Decade in the Sunday Times Parent Power League Table. The school aims to inspire all members of our community and to instill values of responsibility, respect and resilience in all of our pupils.  

We have a dedicated team of over 400 colleagues! We highly value each member and provide a comprehensive range of benefits: 

• Significant discount on school fees   
• 25 days annual leave per year plus eight statutory bank holidays (pro rata for part-time roles)       
• School closure days in the Christmas holidays in addition to annual leave entitlement     
• Option to purchase up to 10 additional days of annual leave     
• Childcare provided for staff’s children during school INSET days (from the age of 3 up to age 11)      
• Personal pension plan with Aviva up to 5% employee contribution and 10% employer (with the facility to pay higher or lower employee contributions)   
• Training and CPD available including five inset days per academic year    
• Staff lunches: three courses for £1 available during school lunchtimes plus free tea, coffee and hot chocolate machines   
• Access to our 24/7 GP provider, Health hero      
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme well-being app, Vivup, offering telephone counselling, financial and legal advice plus 6-8 face-to-face counselling sessions   
• Staff discounts through multiple providers, including Vivup, discounts for teachers and Extras   
• Beautiful lunch time walking routes around our 140 acre site   
• Onsite gym and swimming pool available for staff use within set times as well as staff classes such as pilates, meditation, kettlebells, spinning and bootcamps   
• Salary sacrifice schemes for cycle to work       
• Free car parking available on site     
• Use of the school’s extensive library facility   
• Generous leave of absence scheme to support our employees when they need it     
• Opportunity to be involved in extracurricular activities such as the staff pantomime, well-being committee or volunteer for community events  

How to Apply:  

Please complete the online GSAL application form found on our website. Please be prepared to provide copies of any qualifications mentioned in your application. For any enquiries about the vacancy, feel free to contact vacancies@gsal.org.uk  

More information about the role and responsibilities are contained in the candidate pack attached in the documents section on our website advert. Please note we cannot offer tours or visits due to the high volume of interest.

The closing date for applications is: 9am Friday 17 May 

Interview date: Thursday 23 May