Admissions Officer
Department: Admissions
Location: Luton (Office-Based)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Reporting to: Admissions Manager
About Unibridge Group
Unibridge Group is a growing education organisation committed to delivering high-quality educational experiences and supporting students throughout their academic journey.
We are seeking a professional, organised, and detail-oriented Admissions Officer to join our Admissions team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong administrative, customer service, and communication skills who is passionate about supporting prospective students and ensuring an efficient admissions process.
The Role
The Admissions Officer will play a key role in managing the admissions process, ensuring applications are processed accurately, efficiently, and in line with organisational policies and procedures. The successful candidate will communicate with applicants, provide guidance throughout the admissions journey, and work closely with internal departments to ensure a positive applicant experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the admissions process with transparency, accuracy, and compliance while meeting deadlines and departmental targets.
- Process and review student applications in a timely and professional manner.
- Maintain correspondence with applicants through email, telephone, and other communication channels.
- Respond to admissions enquiries and provide excellent customer service.
- Liaise with academic and professional service departments to maintain effective communication and support applicant progression.
- Ensure all applicant records are maintained accurately within relevant systems.
- Keep up to date with admissions policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Support colleagues by sharing knowledge, guidance, and training where required.
- Report errors, issues, or concerns promptly and contribute to continuous improvement activities.
- Comply with GDPR, compliance requirements, anti-bribery regulations, and company policies.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties commensurate with the level of the role.
Essential Requirements
- GCSEs or equivalent qualifications.
- Minimum of 2 years' administrative experience.
- Strong customer service experience.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- High level of attention to detail.
- Experience using CRM systems, databases, or application management systems.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Desirable Requirements
- A-Level qualifications.
- Bachelor's degree.
- Experience working within Higher Education, preferably within admissions.
- Experience reviewing applications and supporting student recruitment processes.
- Knowledge of admissions systems and processes.
Person Specification
The successful candidate will be:
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
- A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Customer-focused and committed to delivering a positive applicant experience.
- Reliable, adaptable, and proactive.
- A quick learner who can thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- A collaborative team player with strong problem-solving abilities.
Why Join Unibridge Group?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing education organisation and contribute to a student-focused admissions function. You will be part of a supportive team environment where your work will directly impact the student journey and organisational success.
At Unibridge Group, we are committed to supporting employee development and providing opportunities for career progression.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
- NEST Pension Scheme
- Professional development and career progression opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
Apply Now
If you are a motivated and organised professional looking to develop your career within Higher Education, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please submit your application today!