Head of Schools Admissions Service

Contract to start ASAP

Duration: 12 weeks with a possible extension.

Job Purpose

The Head of Schools Admissions Service will provide strategic leadership and operational management for Camden Council's schools admissions function.

The postholder will ensure that the Council delivers a fair, transparent, efficient and legally compliant admissions service for children, young people and their families.

The role will lead the development and delivery of admissions policies, processes and services, working closely with schools, academy trusts, elected members, parents and carers, neighbouring local authorities and other education partners

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership for the Schools Admissions Service, ensuring high-quality and customer-focused delivery.

Lead the development, implementation and review of school admissions policies and procedures in line with statutory requirements and the Council's priorities.

Ensure admissions arrangements are fair, transparent, consistent and compliant with relevant legislation, regulations and statutory guidance.

Oversee the coordinated admissions process for primary and secondary school places, including in-year admissions and applications for vulnerable children.

Manage the allocation of school places and ensure effective processes are in place to respond to changes in demand and local population.

Work collaboratively with schools, governing bodies, academy trusts and other local authorities to coordinate admissions arrangements.

Provide expert advice to senior officers, elected members, schools and other stakeholders on complex admissions issues.

Lead responses to parental enquiries, complaints, appeals and other escalated admissions matters.

Monitor service performance, customer experience, demand, capacity and key performance indicators, identifying opportunities for improvement.

Ensure effective data management, reporting and use of information to support strategic planning and decision-making.

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