Key Role Information

Salary
£46,575.00
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
15/11/2026 23:59
Interview
Interviews will be held week commencing 23 November 2026
Contract term
TTO Plus - Term time only plus weeks
Pay grade
Support Scale L1 | £46,575 per annum (Full-Time Equivalent)
Department
Whole School
Key stage
Not Applicable
Hours per week
37.50
Weeks per year
41.200
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

The Head of Admissions leads the development and execution of the school’s pupil recruitment strategy, driving enrollment and aligning admissions goals with the school’s broader vision. As the strategic lead for admissions, you will oversee the full entry pipeline while taking ultimate responsibility for all regulatory, legal, and contractual aspects of the admissions process.


Placing prospective families at the heart of your work, you will design and deliver an exceptional customer journey from initial inquiry through to enrollment and onboarding. Working in close partnership with the Head of Marketing, you will craft and deliver compelling communications that convey the school’s values, engage prospective parents, and foster positive, lasting relationships throughout the application journey.


Operationally, you will oversee day to day admissions workflows to ensure a seamless, professional, and efficient service. From managing applicant applications and data reporting to upholding strict regulatory standards and contract management, you will ensure a compliant, responsive, and welcoming experience for families and staff alike.


Further details and an application form can be obtained from the recruitment section of our website https://wgsf.org.uk/queen-elizabeths/employment-opportunities/ or by emailing the HR Department at hr@queen-elizabeths.school

Queen Elizabeth's School

Queen Elizabeth's

hr@queen-elizabeths.school

158 Northgate
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Wakefield
West Yorkshire
01924 231 600

Safeguarding Information

Wakefield Grammar School Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people, therefore all of our appointments are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check (DBS) and satisfactory references.


At Wakefield Grammar School Foundation we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to quality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.