Employer: Oxford High School - GDST, Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire. Contract Type: Permanent, Hours: Full Time, Contract Length: Permanent, Salary Grade: 5 (£41,000–£51,000).
Job ID: 1546879, Job Reference: OHSHOAAPR, Start Date: As soon as possible, Expiry: 8th May 2026 09:00 AM, Posted: 24th April 2026.
The Role
Oxford High School is looking for an Admissions Manager / Head of Admissions to lead our busy admissions team across the school. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and dynamic individual to lead our Admissions function and drive business development initiatives that enhance the school’s visibility and experience from enquiry to enrolment. This pivotal role combines operational leadership with strategic oversight, ensuring a seamless and customer‑focused admissions journey while contributing to the school’s growth and reputation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Admissions team based across our senior and prep school, developing a high‑performing, customer‑focused admissions culture.
- Monitor team performance, provide coaching and development, and ensure professional standards are upheld.
- Own and continuously improve the school’s Admissions Policy and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and alignment with school values.
- Oversee the full admissions cycle from enquiry to enrolment, ensuring a smooth, efficient, and welcoming process for prospective families.
- Maintain accurate and timely admissions data and reporting to inform strategic decisions.
- Develop and execute strategies to increase enquiries, applications, and conversion rates, identifying and pursuing new markets and opportunities for student recruitment including local, national, and international outreach.
- Analyse admissions trends and competitor activity to inform marketing and recruitment strategies.
- Plan and execute all recruitment and admissions events (e.g. open days, taster sessions, assessment days).
- Build strong relationships with prospective families, feeder schools, and key stakeholders to enhance the school’s reputation and appeal.
- Ensure all communications and touchpoints reflect the school’s values and high standards.
- Work closely with the Marketing team to align admissions messaging and campaigns; collaborate with academic and pastoral teams for a smooth transition for new students.
- Liaise with the GDST central team and contribute to network‑wide initiatives and best practice sharing.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries and pay progression.
- Access to extensive professional development opportunities.
- Training grants for qualifications.
- Generous pension schemes.
- Free life assurance benefit.
- Free school lunches.
- Discount of up to 50% on fees for children at GDST schools.
- Interest‑free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loans.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Competitive terms and conditions of employment.
Application Details
Closing Date: 8th May 2026 09:00 AM.
Safeguarding Statement
The Girls’ Day School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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