School Admissions Manager
Would you like the chance to lead a high performing team and be responsible for the delivery of all services to do with school admissions, the Fair Access Protocol and school admission appeals? Do you have significant experience of working collaboratively with Headteachers, senior managers and other stakeholders? If so Lincolnshire County Council has the role for you.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to lead a well-established and respected admissions team for a well-regarded Local Authority.
About the Role
The successful applicant will be responsible for the management of the School Admissions Team and the overall admissions process (coordinated and in-year) to ensure the Council meets its statutory duties.
The postholder will oversee the operation of Lincolnshire's Fair Access Protocol so negotiation and influencing skills are critical for this role.
You will be responsible for managing the delivery of school admission appeals, such as the preparation and presentation of the school's case at independent school admission appeals hearings.
This is a hybrid opportunity, the postholder must have a driving licence and access to a vehicle to attend meetings which can be Countywide.
About You
We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual who has a sound knowledge and a good understanding of the education system and the school admissions process to join our Education Support Team.
We are looking for someone who has experience in a local authority admissions team or equivalent with knowledge and understanding of the School Admissions and School Admissions Appeal Codes and other related legislation and demonstrable ability and experience applying the legislation and guidance to various situations.
Good management skills, with particular emphasis on team leadership, development planning, working under pressure and to tight deadlines, problem solving and negotiating, conflict resolution, strategic thinking, and multi-tasking are essential skills for the role.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills will therefore be required, with the ability to use these effectively with a range of audiences to maintain strong relationships with a range of stakeholders.
If you feel that you fit the criteria then we would love to hear from you.
About our Offer
Along with a competitive salary we are offering:
- A Contributory pension
- Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes and cycle to work
- Flexible working policies
- Career progression opportunities
- A generous annual leave entitlement plus the option to buy more
Further details about the benefits of working for Lincolnshire County Council are available here: Rewards and benefits – Lincolnshire County Council
If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role, then please contact; Emily Nicholls, Admissions and Education Provisions Manager via email emily.nicholls@lincolnshire.gov.uk or phone 07500 764003.
Applications Close on 24th November and interviews will be held in Lincoln on the 3rd December.
We wish you the best of luck with your application!
A Smarter Working Employer
We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.
Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.
Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.
All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.
We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.
Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.