Admissions Manager

Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including, receipt of high-quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks.

Job Overview

This is a rare opportunity to join the multi-award-winning team at Dubai British School Jumeirah Park, an outstanding and highly respected British international school in the heart of Dubai.

We are seeking an inspiring and forward-thinking Admissions Manager to join our admissions team in providing a professional and high-quality admissions service to all enquirers, applicants and their families, both from the UAE and abroad.

This is a busy and varied role involving daily communication with academic staff, pupils and visiting families. The Admissions Manager needs to work well under pressure, have excellent organisational skills, demonstrate good use of initiative and have the ability to multi-task and prioritise. A collaborative and coherent approach is essential, to ensure that regardless of circumstances, the team is fully conversant with processes and procedures and able to contribute effectively to any activity within the team.

At DBSJP, professional dialogue, innovation, and shared ambition drive everything we do. Guided by our vision of “Enjoy, Aspire, Achieve,” you’ll join a community that values excellence, professional growth, and wellbeing - all within a premium, state-of-the-art school environment.

Key Accountabilities:

• Manage the Admissions Team and work very closely with the Principal and Head of Admissions to recruit students.
• Provide the Principal, CO and SLT with regular updates on Admissions Data
• To work closely with the Marketing Executive to determine and implement a PR and Marketing strategy for the school geared towards recruiting new students
• To report school enrolment figures including the 4 pillars of Admissions; Enrolment, Leavers,
• Assessments and tours, weekly to the SLT in school and Central Office
• To complete a monthly report to summarise the successes and changes in the Admissions department for the in-school SLT & Central Office.
• Manage the application approvals process with the Principal, Heads of School and the SEN team
• To liaise with the Accounts Department on issuing of invoices for new students and to ensure that all data is current on the NetSuite & CRM system
• Provide a high-quality customer care for all enquiries to the school for admissions
• Develop and conduct school tours for prospective families if and when required
• Meet parents who are interested in enrolling their children into the school
• Manage and conduct assessments including those from overseas in liaison with relevant Heads of School, EAL and SEN staff
• Oversee the registration of students on KHDA/ADEK school system
• Maintain and secure all student files
• Ensure the efficiency of the admissions process throughout the year
• Collate and present monthly reports for SLT and Central Office (CO)
• Efficiently manage all prospective parents’ enquiries related to admitting pupils to the school
• Manage all placement tests or interviews for new entrants to school and collate results, and arrange the placement of pupils in classes with the approval of Heads of Sections,
• Manage wait-lists and ensure the school’s admissions policy is transparent and adhered to,
• Liaise with relevant internal departments to ensure invoices are issued for new students and ensure that all data is currently on the CRM / ISAMs system,
• Preparing relevant information, documentation, and communication required by applicant families at all stages of their journey and training relevant school team members on procedures for use (i.e. Enrolment guide for new parents),
• Manage the initial induction of new families and pupils, including answering all questions in a professional and timely manner, and providing support and advice.
• Ensure the effective management and compliance of the Admission Department, including line management of the Admissions Assistant, Registrar & where applicable the Arabic Administrator.
• Oversee all registration procedures
• Oversee database development and management
• Benchmark the school’s admissions procedures against leading competitors
• Review admissions policies and procedures (including data collection) with the Principal
• Advise staff of any additional information relating to new and departing pupils
• Liaise with the Registrar regarding Ministry of Education, KHDA and/or ADEK requirements.
• Ensure withdrawal forms are completed for departing pupils and actively pursue retention where possible
• Ensure the maintenance of all student files
• Ensure all new families receive the correct induction into the school

Who Are We Looking For?

Education: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Experience: Previous experience in Admissions is preferred but not essential, otherwise 3+ years of sales, marketing or customer service experience in a related service delivery industry

Competencies

• Be well organized with excellent customer service skills. A sound knowledge of the school and the curriculum on offer is an asset.
• Exhibit exemplary written/ spoken English.
• Demonstrate competence in computer technical skills using Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint and other related programs/ software for educational and business office use.
• Hold excellent organizational and interpersonal skills to aid in daily contact with a diverse population.
• Have the ability to manage and encourage staff under direct supervision to operate as members of an effective team.
• Demonstrate skills in forward thinking and being able to anticipate and prioritize work including managing their own time.
• Have the ability to multi-task and the ability to work creatively, independently and under pressure.

Attributes:

• Collaborative team player and empathetic listener
• Integrity, strategic thinker, able to convert vision into action
• Internationally minded, emotional intelligence, intercultural awareness, creative, persuasive, flexible and capable of managing growth and instilling high standards

Apply now via our careers page.