Deputy Head of Admissions

University of Chichester; Chichester; Presencial; GBP 43.000 - 47.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Pension scheme

On-site gym

Employee Assistance Programme

Training opportunities

Cycle to work

Season Ticket Loan

EV schemes

Bus travel between campuses

Descripción de la vacante

The Deputy Head of Admissions at University of Chichester leads the day-to-day admissions function for undergraduate, postgraduate, home and international applicants. You will ensure quality, timeliness, compliance and continual improvement of the applicant journey, with strong staff and systems management.

You will bring extensive knowledge of the UK Higher Education sector, data analytics, and experience with the SITS admissions system, plus proven leadership and stakeholder engagement skills

Formación

• Expert knowledge of the UK Higher Education sector, including the student experience and recruitment lifecycle.
• Ability to analyse data and use insights to inform decision-making.
• Strong project management skills and excellent communication to engage stakeholders.
• Extensive practical experience using SITS to manage admissions workflows, records, data quality and reporting.
• Experience leading and managing a team, including coaching and development.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the day-to-day operation and development of the University’s admissions function for undergraduate, postgraduate, home and international cohorts.
• Ensure quality, timeliness, consistency and compliance of admissions services.
• Oversee staff and systems management and drive improvements to the applicant journey.
• Engage with a range of internal and external stakeholders to support recruitment and student experience.

Conocimientos

Data analysis

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Herramientas

SITS admissions system

Descripción del empleo

About this role

The Deputy Head of Admissions leads the day-to-day operation and development of the University’s admissions function across undergraduate, postgraduate, home and international admissions. Reporting to the Associate Director, the postholder is accountable for the quality, timeliness, consistency and compliance of admissions services, effective staff and systems management, and the continual improvement of the applicant journey.

About you

You will have expert knowledge of the UK Higher Education sector, including the student experience, student recruitment lifecycle, UCAS processes, progression pathways, and factors influencing applicant decision-making. The successful applicant will have the ability to analyse data and use insights to inform decision-making and strong project management skills as well as excellent communication skills in order to engage with a range of stakeholders. Substantial practical experience using SITS, to manage admissions workflows, records, data quality and reporting is essential as are experience and skills in leading and managing a team, including coaching and team development.

About the team

You will be joining a highly professional, committed and student focused academic community, a team focused on continuous improvement, making valuable contributions to the applicant and student experience.

In addition to your salary we offer a competitive reward package, a good work life balance and a range staff benefits and discounts which include:

• A flexible defined contribution pension scheme via Aviva Master Trust (FlexHE).
• A paid closure period over the Christmas break is in addition to our generous holiday allowance with bank holidays too and an occupational sickness scheme.
• On-site gym at our Chichester campus.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme to support our staff.
• Extensive personal / professional training opportunities throughout the year.
• Cycle to work, Season Ticket Loan and Electric Vehicle schemes.
• Bus travel for staff between our Bognor Regis and Chichester campuses and Chichester town centre.

Enquiries are welcomed by:

Alice McCallum, Associate Director – International & Admissions via email at [e-mail]

• Closing Date: 16 November 2026
• Interview Date: To be confirmed

Prior to submitting your job application kindly ensure you can demonstrate or obtain the necessary right to work in the UK.

All new external appointments are employed by Chichester Staff Services Ltd (CSSL). Internal appointments remain with their existing employer.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion at every level because we believe a diverse workforce benefits us all.

£43,099 to £46,970 per annum