Boarding Admissions Manager
Required: September 2026
Closing Date: 9am, Monday 22nd June 2026 (Early applications are encouraged as interviews may be held before the closing date.)
Interviews: Wednesday 1st July 2026
Salary: Depending on Experience
Brentwood Senior School is an academically selective HMC co-educational independent school with small class sizes and a happy, ambitious and supportive staff team. It is part of Brentwood School, a 3-18 HMC school of 1900 pupils, just 35 minutes from London Liverpool Street.
We are seeking an exceptional Boarding Admissions Manager to lead the recruitment and admissions journey for UK and international boarding students. This pivotal role will deliver a professional, seamless and engaging experience for prospective families, educational agents and partners, helping to attract talented students from around the world while achieving ambitious boarding recruitment targets. The successful candidate will also line-manage the Boarding Admissions Assistant and play a key role in shaping the future growth of our thriving boarding community.
Boarding is at the heart of Brentwood School, and we are proud of our diverse, truly international community. Following the opening of our state-of-the-art boarding facilities in Autumn 2025, our boarders enjoy outstanding university-style accommodation, vibrant social spaces and a welcoming home-from-home environment where young people can thrive, connect and flourish. This is an exciting opportunity to promote a boarding experience that is second to none.
Working closely with the Head of Admissions, Boarding Strategy Team and colleagues across the School, the Boarding Admissions Manager will oversee the recruitment and admissions process from initial enquiry through to enrolment, build strong relationships with families and agents, manage international recruitment activities and ensure compliance with all UKVI requirements. The role includes regular UK and overseas travel, attendance at recruitment events and exhibitions, and responsibility for developing strategic partnerships that support long-term boarding growth.
This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday, 8.30am–5.00pm (with one hour for lunch, unpaid), working throughout the year including school holidays. Flexibility is essential due to the nature of international travel and events. If you are an experienced admissions, recruitment or business development professional with a proven track record and outstanding relationship-building skills and a passion for education, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Applications can be submitted through the TES website, alternatively applicants who do not have a TES account should use the relevant Interactive Recruitment Form on this page. The School reserves the right to change these dates, and to close the vacancy at any time.
Brentwood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Job Description – Boarding Admissions Manager
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