Assistant Registrar

The Role

About Loretto

Founded in 1827, located in a spacious campus just outside Edinburgh, we are one of the UK’s leading independent coeducational schools, for both boarding and day school pupils. Traditional and innovative educational methods, first-class facilities and the advantages offered by a small school all combine to provide a uniquely rounded learning experience for girls and boys.

Our emphasis on the whole person is really what sets us apart. From day one, Loretto’s Founder was dedicated to blending academic excellence with a wealth of experiences beyond the classroom.

By helping girls and boys to excel in mind, body and spirit, we aim to help them unlock and realise their full potential.

Today’s staff and pupils are living proof of the clear benefits offered by that ethos. Being a small school enables us to share our big heart and ambition, and offer big opportunities for our young people.

Also reflecting Loretto’s commitment to help bring out the best in all, are our high standards of teaching and a diverse yet rigorous curriculum.

The enormous range of co-curricular activities we offer away from the classroom ensures that each pupil can grow and develop wherever their interests and talents may lie.

The School’s achievements in music, art and drama and our strong reputation in sporting endeavours – rugby, hockey, cricket, lacrosse and golf to name just a few – are both testament to that.

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly professional and people-focused individual to join our Admissions Team on a fixed-term basis for four months.

You will ensure that Loretto successfully administers the recruitment and admission of pupils within the Junior and Senior School. The working environment is fast-paced and varied with the postholder being an integral part of the whole school community. 

Experience & Skills 

You will have excellent interpersonal skills, be detailed focused and work effectively in a team. You will also be competent users of Microsoft Office and have knowledge and experience of using databases or be able to learn quickly.  

The successful candidate is expected to possess the following qualities: -

• Confidence to put others at their ease and initiate conversation.
• Consistent, systematic and detailed focused approach to all data storage.
• Ability to write with accuracy and empathy.
• Ability to plan, prioritise and use initiative
• Ability to act with discretion at all times. 
• Ability to form strong working partnerships with all academic and operational staff. 
• Willingness to represent the School at events at Loretto and elsewhere including but not exclusively open mornings, transition days, golf events and competitions and gatherings of Parents/Agents and other relevant external stakeholders at home or abroad. 
• An understanding of, and belief in, the aims and ethos of independent education. 

 This is a part-time role, four days per week, for a fixed-term period of four months. 

Salary will be determined by experience and aptitude for the role but will be in the region of £22,000 per annum, based on a four-day working week. 

Benefits

You will enjoy the fantastic benefits of working with Loretto which include:

• Generous pension scheme 
• Enhanced holiday allowance 
• Family friendly policies 
• Free lunches during term time
• Annual review and opportunities for training and continued professional development
• Bike to work scheme
• Opportunities for involvement in the wider school community

Application 

If you think that this is the right opportunity for you please visit our website for an application form. Your completed application, along with a covering letter, should be sent to jobs@loretto.com 

Closing Date: Monday 21^st October 2024 at 4pm (BST) although this may be brought forward if we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications.

The School is committed to equal opportunities for all its pupils and staff. 

Loretto is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Loretto meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, all applicants who are offered employment will be subject to Disclosure Scotland Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme checks before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings, as well as convictions. The cost of this application will be met by the School. Annually, every member of staff at the School is required to undergo, complete, and sign to confirm that they have received child protection training and will uphold it. 

At Loretto, we're always on the lookout for new talent to enrich our strong team. We welcome diversity and encourage anyone who has the necessary skills and experience to get in touch. 

Applicants must be able to provide evidence of having the right to live and work in the UK. Loretto School is an equal opportunities employer.