Head of Admissions

BLACKHEATH HIGH SCHOOL

Head of Admissions

Required from : October 2024

Contract term : Permanent

Hours : Full Time

Salary : £47,547 - £56,000 depending on qualifications and experience

We are seeking a Head of Admissions to lead on the admissions process at Blackheath High School GDST across all entry points, taking responsibility for the delivery of an outstanding admissions experience. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in the admissions process at one of the UK¿s leading girls¿ independent schools, providing professional and inspiring leadership for the entire customer journey across the Junior and Senior schools, from initial enquiry through to registration and enrolment.

The successful applicant will join our friendly, creative and high performing Marketing & Admissions Department and will be responsible for ensuring a professional, friendly experience for prospective parents and pupils as they join us. You will be the face of Blackheath High School for prospective families, and make the admissions process as seamless as possible.

Your key responsibilities will include :

Overseeing and directing all aspects of Admissions, administering families from enquiry through to enrolment

Managing the whole school admissions process to ensure that all enquirers and applicants receive a warm, welcoming and positive impression of the school at every touch point

Strategic planning with key senior figures at the school to attract high-quality applicants across all entry points

Devising events to celebrate and demonstrate the unique educational offer at Blackheath High School

Developing a deep knowledge of the positive and unique features of the school so that these can be comm