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Admissions Officer; UAE National Jobs in Abu Dhabi, UAE/Dubai at Aldar Education

Position: Aldar Education – Admissions Officer (UAE National)

Job Description

Aldar Education are currently seeking Admissions Officer (UAE National) to support our growing family of owned, operated and managed schools, based in Abu Dhabi.

As the leading education group in Abu Dhabi, we provide inclusive and innovative learning that inspires and empowers communities. We offer a range of brands for all learners in our community, from nursery through to adult education. We offer the broadest choice of curricula in the largest number of locations in Abu Dhabi.

Starting with one school and 250 students in 2007, Aldar Education has grown into a highly sought‑after education provider, now supporting over 38,000 students in 31 schools and a growing network of almost 5,000 educators, with over 100 nationalities, offering a wide range of curricula and ancillary services such as a Teacher Training Academy.

Working collaboratively, our education network’s purpose is to empower the next generation to shape our future, directly supporting the educational goals of Abu Dhabi’s government. Today, Aldar Education’s efforts are guided by the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 plan, which aims to build a sustainable knowledge‑based economy through premium education.

The Admissions Officer plays a crucial role in promoting the school’s mission by managing the admissions process for prospective students. Through excellent communication and a commitment to student success, the Admissions Officer contributes to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus environment.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the entire admissions process for the assigned school, from the initial enquiry to enrolment and registration at the school.
  • Meet with prospective parents, explaining admissions procedures, curriculum, fee structure, ADEK regulations and ensure all documentation is completed effectively.
  • Respond to enrolment enquiries, telephone calls and emails in a timely and courteous manner.
  • Conduct assessments or arrange these with the academic team as required, to ensure the admissions process is efficient.
  • Manage leads and qualify enquiries and be the first point of contact for prospective parents.
  • As part of the Front of House team, ensure high‑quality delivery of school tours to parents and visitors as required.
  • Maintain accurate data on enquiries, registrations, applications in progress, offers and enrolments to ensure accurate figures are available daily.
  • Manage the waiting list (if applicable), communicating regularly with parents and keep it updated so any leavers can be replaced immediately with new enrolments.
  • Create and maintain admissions files for all new and existing students.
  • Keep up to date with the rules and regulations of ADEK and ensure compliance during the enrolment and completing the registration process.
  • Ensure all parent‑facing areas are attractive, uncluttered and convey a welcoming environment to students and parents.
  • Attend ELT meetings when required to update on admissions at the school.
  • Be knowledgeable of the market and enrolments and competitor schools.
  • Work with the PRE to identify strategies for attracting new enrolments and student retention.
  • Manage the reenrolment process for existing parents in conjunction with the PRE, providing regular analysis of the updates to the Head of Enrolments and Principal.
  • Provide the Head of Enrolments with weekly and monthly reports and projections on enrolments when the registrar is unavailable.
  • Attend networking events to promote the school.
  • Organise and attend enrolment events for the school.
  • Develop and maintain strong partnerships with feeder nurseries and schools.
  • Represent the ethos and standard of excellence of Aldar Education to all prospective parents.
  • Perform other duties as requested by direct and dotted‑line reporting managers/supervisors.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in a customer‑focused role in the region.
  • Previous experience in data management.
  • Experience in the education field is preferred.

Minimum Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree required.

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills

  • Fluent English communication skills, written and oral.
  • Arabic speaker is preferable.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to aid in daily contact with…

Title: Admissions Officer; UAE National

Company: Aldar Education

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE/Dubai

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