Administration Coordinator - Adele Carr Recruitment Limited : Job Details

Administration Coordinator (Admissions Focus) - Maternity CoverBlackburn | 12-Month Fixed Term Contract | 8:30AM-5:00PM£28,000 per annum + excellent benefitsAdele Carr Recruitment is working exclusively with a respected and well-established organisation in Blackburn to recruit a proactive and professional Administration Coordinator to support a busy admissions function on a 12-month maternity cover contract.This is a varied and people-focused role where you'll provide essential administrative support while being the first point of contact for prospective families. The position offers a rare opportunity to join a close-knit, supportive team in a well-run and rewarding working environment, with the potential for a permanent opportunity due to internal redeployment.Salary and Benefits:

• £28,000 per annum
• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Free lunch provided daily (on-site catering team)
• 12-month fixed term contract with potential for a permanent role
• Free on-site parking
• Private Bupa healthcare
• Workplace pension scheme
• Structured working hours: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday

What will be expected of you:

• Manage incoming enquiries by phone, email, and face-to-face
• Coordinate the full admissions process from first contact to enrolment
• Organise school visits, taster days, and open events
• Liaise confidently with internal departments and external stakeholders
• Maintain accurate records and generate regular reports using internal systems
• Support wider administrative tasks and ensure a seamless onboarding experience for new pupils
• Assist with documentation, data tracking, and communications throughout the admissions journey

What we are looking for:

• Strong administrative background, ideally with experience in customer-facing environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Friendly and professional manner, confident in dealing with parents and staff
• Highly organised with good attention to detail
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and database systems
• Proactive, dependable, and calm under pressure
• GCSE English Grade C or above (Grade 4 or higher)
• Experience in education or admissions is helpful but not essential

To apply or learn more, please contact David at Adele Carr Recruitment.All applications will be treated confidentially.