Admissions Manager - September 2026

Taleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment.All successful applicants must be willing to undergo enhanced child protection screening appropriate to the post, including various background checks including, receipt of high-quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks. No member of staff will be able to start until these checks are complete and this process takes, on average, a month.As part of our founding team, you will play a pivotal role in building a vibrant and inclusive community where the learning of every individual is at the heart of daily life. Guided by the Harrow values, our staff will create an environment in which every pupil is nurtured, challenged, and empowered to achieve their very best.The postholder will be responsible for designing and delivering an admissions strategy that not only meets enrolment targets but also reflects the values and standards of a Harrow education: academic excellence, character development, and global citizenship.Key Responsibilities:Strategic LeadershipEstablish and lead the Admissions team in partnership with the Founding Principal and Taaleem Head of Admissions.Develop and execute a robust admissions strategy to achieve student number targets for school opening and beyond.Align all admissions activity with the vision, values, and expectations of Harrow International Schools.Admissions OperationsLead the end-to-end admissions cycle, ensuring processes are efficient, welcoming, and compliant with KHDA/ADEK regulations.Coordinate assessments, interviews, application tracking, and approvals with academic and SEN teams.Manage admissions data on CRM platform with accuracy and confidentiality.Oversee the induction process for new families and support their smooth transition into the school community.Provide timely updates and analytics to the Principal, Central Office, and wider leadership team.Parent Engagement & Recruitment EventsDesign and deliver outstanding parent engagement events that showcase the school’s academic, pastoral, and co-curricular strengths.Conduct school tours and consultations that authentically reflect Harrow’s identity and ethos.Develop touchpoints throughout the admissions journey that enhance conversion and deepen family trust.Corporate Relations & PartnershipsBuild relationships with key organisations (corporates, embassies, relocation agencies) to drive targeted student recruitment.Collaborate with Taaleem’s central Marketing and Admissions team to align outreach and positioning strategies.Marketing Alignment & Brand RepresentationSupport the implementation of tailored admissions marketing plans in conjunction with CO teams.Ensure all communication and brand representation reflects the Harrow narrative of excellence, honour, and purpose.Train school-based staff to uphold Harrow-level customer service at every stage of the admissions journey.ComplianceEnsure that all admissions activities meet regulatory standards and reporting requirements.Lead internal compliance processes, including KHDA registration, document verification, and safeguarding checks.#J-18808-Ljbffr