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We are looking for an Admissions Officer as part of our School Admissions Team. Full Time: 37 hours per week.

 What will be expected from me?
We are looking for a motivated and organised Admissions Officer to join our School Admissions Team.  You’ll support families across the district by processing In Year secondary school applications and phased transfer applications for children starting school or moving to junior and secondary school.  You will offer clear advice and guidance for parents, carers and schools throughout the admissions process.

What I might be doing?
You will process in-year secondary school applications and support the coordination of applications for admission and transfer to schools.

• You will process phased transfer applications for children to start school or transfer to junior and secondary school in the following academic year.
• Ensure alternative school places are allocated where required to ensuring the council meets its statutory duty to educate pupils in the district.
• Plan and prioritise workload to meet statutory deadlines, sometimes up to 3 to 4 months in advance.

 Why Wakefield Council?
We are a leading Council for best practice and an employer of choice for individuals seeking a rewarding role and career.

• Support and access to high-quality training offers to help progress your career to the next level.
• We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff and we recognise that a resilient team need a good work/life balance as well as supportive leadership and support in the workplace.
• Access to a range of employee support products.
• Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).
• The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Great range of benefits including discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program with a dedicated personal trainer, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, cycle to work scheme and many more.

Essential requirements:
5 GCSE or equivalent including English Language and a numeracy-based subject, normally mathematics.

• General understanding of Education Service and overview of Education Services and the legislation that governs them.
• Previous administrative experience is essential.
• ICT skills e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Access

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.

Company: Wakefield Council

Salary: £28,598.00 - £31,537.00, Grade 6

Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Sector: Education

Sector: Schools

Sector: School Administration

Job Role: Administrator