Admissions/Office Administrator

About the School - Breaside

Located in Bromley, Kent, Breaside Preparatory School provides a rich learning environment for your son or daughter. Our curriculum will prepare your children for the senior schools of choice through a balanced and broadly based education, from their first days in Kindergarten through to the age of 11.

We believe in getting the basics right and teaching the core subjects with a mixture of traditional teaching styles with the more modern approaches to learning. Coupled together with a strong work ethic and an enriching learning environment, we are confident that we help each child to develop towards their full potential.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Admissions/Office Administrator to join our fantastic team.

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.

About the role

As a Admissions/Office Administrator, you will:

• Provide administrative support to the main school office, working as part of the wider administration team
• Support the Registrar in all aspects of administration relating to the admissions process, including data cleansing and data entry
• Ensure that staff, parents, pupils, visitors and third parties receive a personalised and professional service.

This is a full-time, permanent role.

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Who we are looking for:

You will have Grade A-C or equivalent in GCSE English and Maths as well as excellent written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills and IT skills (including competent use of Microsoft packages). You will have experience working confidently and competently in a school, delivering to multiple deadlines, taking minutes and be able to deal with children and adults with tact and sensitivity, building positive relationships with all staff.

Benefits at Cognita

• Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
• Free lunch provided during Term Time
• Free parking on site (subject to availability)
• School fee discount
• Exclusive third-party discounts
• Professional Development

How to Apply

Complete this application before the closing date. The Closing Date for Applications is: Sunday 12th January 2025.

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT.