Location
Perivale

Hours
Part Time - 21 hours per week

Salary
£34,359 per annum (pro rata)

About the Role
This fixed term position (14 months) is within the Tower Hamlets School Admissions Service, which provides high quality services to children, schools and families in relation to school admissions, appeals, home to school travel, children missing education and elective home education. The Admissions Assistant will support the team by carrying out day-to-day tasks related to school admissions and appeals, ensuring the Local Authority meets its statutory duties within set timescales. The role requires flexibility and the ability to support other areas of the team as needed, contributing to the smooth operation of the service.

About Tower Hamlets Council
Tower Hamlets is a unique and dynamic borough at the heart of London, blending rich history with innovation. It is one of the fastest growing and youngest boroughs in the UK, offering exceptional opportunities to make a real difference in people’s lives. Our award-winning Town Hall in Whitechapel provides a modern, flexible workplace designed to foster collaboration and innovation. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, guided by our TOWER values – Together, Open, Willing, Excellent and Respect – creating a positive and inclusive culture where all colleagues can thrive. Join us for exciting challenges, supportive colleagues, and the chance to impact one of London’s most vibrant communities every day.

Experience
- Experience of school admissions work within a school or local authority setting is essential.
- Experience of working in a front-line or customer focussed environment is required.

About you
- Ability to assimilate knowledge of current legislation, statutory procedures and codes of practice relating to school admissions and appeals.
- Highly competent, motivated and customer focused with a commitment to providing a high standard of service.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage a personal workload effectively.
- Good communication and analytical skills.
- Proficient in making maximum use of IT systems.
- Flexibility to take the majority of annual leave during school holiday periods.

Qualifications
No specific qualifications are stated; however, relevant experience and skills as outlined above are required.