Admissions Lead

onlyFE; Bradford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave + bank holidays

West Yorkshire Pension Scheme

Career progression opportunities

Free sports and gym facilities

Staff wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Bradford College is seeking an Admissions Lead to oversee the admissions and enrolment team, ensuring robust data integrity and compliant funding management. You will guide the customer journey from application to enrolment and coordinate the UCAS/ recruitment cycle with department heads.

The role involves leading the team, managing performance targets, and developing campaigns to convert enquiries into applicants and enrolments.

Qualifications

• GCSE 4-9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths, or pass test before interview
• GCSE 4-9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English, or pass test before interview
• Level 3 qualification relevant to the role
• Specialist understanding of enrolment requirements for FE, HE, ITT & Apprenticeships

Responsibilities

• Oversee admissions and enrolment team and manage customer journey from application to enrolment
• Ensure data integrity and compliance with funding streams
• Coordinate interviews, applicant days and enrolment sessions with HoDs
• Track, input and report on recruitment targets
• Manage and coordinate the enrolment process for FE, HE and ITT
• Line manage Admissions team including holiday approvals and disciplinaries
• Administer admissions reports, correspondence and forecasts

Skills

Customer service

DBS checks

Student guidance

Education

GCSE Maths (level 2)

GCSE English (level 2)

Level 3 qualification

Enrolment requirements knowledge

Job description

We have a fantastic opportunity join our exceptional Student Recruitment team as the Admissions Lead where you will play an integral part in ensuring that the Admissions and Enrolment process at the college is completed efficiently and accurately.

As the Admissions Lead you will have operational oversight of the admissions and enrolment team and have responsibility for all aspects of the customer journey from application to enrolment.

The Admissions Lead will be well versed in all compliance requirements to ensure robust data integrity, ensure the team are conversant in all funding streams and are providing high quality IAG to all customers.

Please note that interviews for this position will take place on Tuesday 20th and Wednesday 21st October.

Responsibilities Include

• To have specialist knowledge and responsibility for key areas of the college / the recruitment function such as:
• Immigration -VISA checking
• FE - Internal Progression, enrolment, ESFA compliance, Funding, student finance, course requirements etc. as well as AEB funding and specialist knowledge
• HE - OFS compliance, student bursaries, internal progression, enrolment, access and widening participation requirements as well as managing the UCAS cycle
• Initial teacher training - DfE requirements, Business requirements, ESFA compliance, start dates etc.
• Ensure the team have the latest information and training to provide information to enquires and applicants
• Engage with student recruitment and keep warm communications/campaigns
• Liaise with HoDs to ensure all recruitment activity: interviews, applicant days and enrolment sessions are well planned and executed in line with the Team's KPIs
• Track, input and report on recruitment targets
• Be expert in all funding streams and ensure the wider team are well trained in order to provide correct advice and guidance at all stages of the recruitment process
• Responsible for the coordination and processing of student applications across levels and subject areas is fully accurate
• Responsible for decision-making and notification of offers, including conditions for entry based on agreed criteria/entry requirements
• Responsible for verifying documentation, which could include academic qualifications and DBS checks
• Input and record all applications in line with service level agreements to deliver a responsive, supportive and customer led service
• Use College based systems (EBS) and processes to input, record and track applications
• Work to support conversion from enquiry to application to enrolment
• Administer admissions reports, correspondence and forecasts to ensure recruitment targets are monitored and achieved
• Line management of Admissions team including holiday approvals, sickness absence, disciplinaries etc.
• Manage the annual recruitment and welcome session cycle(s)
• Ensuring that changes to the curriculum offer and/or qualifications are considered at Departmental level and in Admissions
• Manage ad-hoc projects as directed by the Director of Student Recruitment
• Manage and coordinate the enrolment process for FE, HE and Initial Teacher Training

The Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will be a learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values.

We particularly encourage applications from candidates who identify as Black, Asian or from an ethnic minority background, as these groups are currently underrepresented within our management roles.

As part of the hiring process, all shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a psychometric test, which will provide valuable insight into your potential fit within Bradford College.

Education & Training

• GCSE 4 - 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths, or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability, and then, if appointed, achieve within an agreed timescale
• GCSE 4 - 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English, or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability, and then, if appointed, achieve within an agreed timescale
• Level 3 qualification in a discipline relevant to the role
• Specialist understanding of enrolment requirements for FE, HE, ITT & Apprenticeships

Experience

• Experience of process and procedures within an educational establishment e.g. DBS checks, NARIC etc.
• Experience of giving initial advice and guidance to new students
• Experience working in a student facing environment
• Experience working within busy business unit with other members of a team
• Experience of customer service

Please note that if you are successful and accept a role, any other ongoing applications for other roles with us will be withdrawn automatically.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES

We kindly request that recruitment agencies not forward any unsolicited CVs in relation to any of our advertised roles or speculatively. If we require support with any of our vacancies, we will get in touch with agencies directly.

• We do not recognise submissions of unsolicited or speculative CV applications from recruitment agencies.
• We shall not be liable for any fee /commission in the event we employ a candidate that may have been submitted as an unsolicited/speculative application from an uninstructed recruitment agency.

Bradford College

At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.

Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. From undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications, to distance learning and short community courses.

We aim to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference in the lives of everyone at Bradford College.

Should you be shortlisted for an interview, as a Disability Confident employer, where required, we will make reasonable adjustments to your interview to ensure you are given the best opportunity to succeed. If you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments for the interview, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us to discuss your options.

Bradford College is proud to be working towards becoming a Menopause Friendly Accredited Employer. This commitment reflects our dedication to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all staff. We are implementing policies, resources, and awareness initiatives to ensure everyone feels valued and supported through every stage of life.

Benefits Of Working At Bradford College

• Generous annual leave entitlement - equivalent to 30 days of holidays, plus bank holidays
• Additional college closure days, including a 2-week Christmas closure
• West Yorkshire Pension Scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution
• Annual salary reviews
• Career progression opportunities - 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
• Free sports and gym facilities
• Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
• Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders
• Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
• Discounts on greener travel - cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
• Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa
• On-site dining facilities, including our award-winning Grove restaurant
• A host of training development opportunities
• Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
• The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.

• If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.

Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with our statutory safeguarding requirements detailed in Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, employment references, health screening and social media search.

Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection with children and vulnerable adults.