Senior Admissions Consultant

Senior Admissions Consultant (P–12 Domestic)

Full-time | Ongoing

Methodist Ladies’ College (MLC) is a leading girls’ day and boarding school and co-educational early learning provider, recognised for developing independent, resilient and ambitious learners through an unmatched breadth of integrated learning and wellbeing experiences.

We are seeking a Senior Admissions Consultant to join our Community Engagement team and play a key role in leading local (non-international) admissions and supporting families as they make one of the most important decisions they will make.

This is a full-time, ongoing role and is the second-in-charge (2IC) within the Admissions team, reporting to the Admissions Manager.

About the role

Admissions is the point of contact for many families. This senior role suits someone who genuinely enjoys helping people, brings a strong service mindset, and is confident leading others while remaining hands-on in delivery.
Working closely with the Admissions Manager, you will provide operational leadership across local admissions (Prep–Year 12, day and boarding), while actively undertaking admissions work alongside the team.
You will:

• Lead the day-to-day operation of local admissions across Prep–Year 12
• Line-manage and support P–12 Admissions Consultants and the Tour Specialist
• Provide warm, responsive and professional service to prospective families
• Act as the primary escalation point for complex enquiries and sensitive family matters
• Respond to enquiries and manage applications with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Confidently communicate the MLC educational experience and enrolment processes
• Support and oversee campus tours, open mornings and enrolment events
• Oversee accurate records across CRM and student management systems
• Lead the coordination of scholarships and general ability testing processes
• Monitor admissions data and contribute to reporting, forecasting and ongoing improvement of admissions processes
• Work collaboratively across the College to ensure a connected and positive family experience
• Provide continuity of leadership in the absence of the Admissions Manager

About you

You are an experienced admissions or enrolments professional who enjoys combining people leadership, process oversight and direct family engagement. You bring sound judgement, attention to detail and a calm, professional approach.
You will bring:

• Demonstrated experience in admissions, enrolments, education or a similar customer-focused role involving complex processes
• Proven ability to lead, coach and support team members
• A strong understanding of the independent school environment and domestic enrolment cycles
• A genuine commitment to high-quality customer service
• Strong attention to detail and confidence managing multiple processes
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Confidence using CRM and student management systems
• Sound judgement, discretion and professionalism when working with families and sensitive information

Experience with EnrolHQ, TASS, or enrolment reporting and forecasting will be highly regarded.

Why join MLC

MLC offers a supportive, values-led workplace with a strong focus on learning, wellbeing and community. Admissions is a collaborative, high-performing team, and this role offers the opportunity to step into a trusted leadership position at a key point in a family’s relationship with the College.

This role reflects the continued evolution of the Admissions function and provides the opportunity to shape processes, build capability and further strengthen the enrolment experience.

Child safety

MLC is committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children. All appointments are subject to background checks, including Working with Children and criminal record checks.

Applications close: 17 August 2026