Admissions & Marketing Lead

Overview

At Light Years School, we believe every child deserves to feel safe, valued and understood. As a specialist SEND school, we provide a nurturing, therapeutic environment where children can thrive, overcome barriers and achieve their full potential. Guided by our motto, "Start Small, Grow Tall", we put children at the heart of everything we do.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Admissions & Marketing Lead to join our growing school. This exciting role combines leadership of our admissions process with responsibility for marketing, communications and brand development.

About the Role

You will be the first point of contact for prospective families, Local Authorities and professional partners, ensuring a warm, supportive and professional admissions journey. Alongside this, you will lead marketing and communications activity, helping to raise awareness of our specialist provision and showcase the outstanding work taking place across the school. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and coordinating admissions from enquiry through to enrolment.
• Building positive relationships with families, Local Authorities and stakeholders.
• Managing consultations, visits, school tours and transition arrangements.
• Developing and delivering marketing and communication strategies.
• Maintaining the school website, social media channels and marketing materials.
• Supporting the school's reputation, growth and community engagement.
• Monitoring admissions and marketing data to inform future planning.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Shares our belief that every child can succeed and is committed to putting children and families at the heart of everything they do.
• Builds positive relationships with parents, colleagues, local authorities and other professionals.
• Can balance empathy with professionalism, confidently managing expectations and handling sensitive conversations.
• Has a strong understanding of SEND and specialist education, including EHCP processes.
• Is highly organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Has excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Is confident using technology and willing to learn new systems and platforms.
• Takes pride in producing high-quality work and maintaining excellent attention to detail.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding, confidentiality and professional integrity.
• Will be a positive ambassador for Light Years School and its values.

We'd Particularly Like to Hear From You If You Have:

• Experience in admissions, marketing, communications, administration or customer service.
• Experience working within education, SEND, health or care settings.
• Experience managing websites, social media or digital communications.
• Experience working with databases, CRM systems or management information systems. 

Why Join Us?

Full-Time | Permanent | 52 Weeks Per Year

Salary: Light Years Pay Scale K23 - K25 (£40,888 - £43,108)

We offer:

• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and specialist training.
• Private medical insurance, life assurance and pension scheme.
• Employee wellbeing support and retail discount scheme.
• The opportunity to play a key role in the growth and development of a specialist SEND school.
• Competitive holiday entitlement

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

Location

Light Years School
Tewkesbury Avenue
Fareham
Hampshire
PO156LL

Supporting documents

• Admissions and Marketing Lead Job Description

Deadline and how to apply

Closing date: Friday 20th November 2026

Application Form

Application Form

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found. 

Equal opportunities & Safer Recruitment

Light Years School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and safer recruitment procedures in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Light Years Education is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.