Admissions Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Education and Young People's Service - Coordinated Admissions - Fair Access department.
About the team
We coordinate the admission processes for Primary (Year R), Junior (Year 3), and Secondary (Year 7) transfer. The team also coordinate and manage Kent’s Grammar School process the 11+. You will have the opportunity to work on all of these statutory functions and involved on wider projects to increase the knowledge base of parents, schools, and wider teams across KCC.
The team are currently operating a hybrid work model that includes a mix of being based out of Invicta House in Maidstone and working from home. Due to the demands of the job, including your induction period there will be times where working from the office is necessary so being able to get to Maidstone for a 9am start is a must.
You will work closely within the School Admissions teams under the County Coordinated Admissions Manager. The role would be 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday, with no weekend work.
What we are looking for
We are looking for someone with the right attitude who is highly motivated, keen to learn quickly, happy to embrace new ways of working, adaptable to change and who can execute tasks with accuracy. Ideally you would have a passion for data, an enquiring mind and excellent communication skills. If you have not worked in an office before but have transferable skills from other roles, we would encourage you to apply
If the above description peaks your interest and you want to work in a friendly, driven team where opportunities for development are possible please apply at the link
This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Contact DetailsFur further information on this role please contact Neil Mitchell - 03000 416490 - neil.mitchell@kent.gov.uk
About The CompanyKCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds and faiths, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.
Please note – if you are interested, please apply as soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: National Services & Agencies
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Admissions Assistant roles across Kent County Council's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to National Services & Agencies.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £22,595 - £23,693 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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