Senior Student Recruitment Officer

Access Creative College; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in creative education is seeking a Senior Student Recruitment Officer in Manchester. This role encompasses leading recruitment events, developing outreach strategies, and enhancing the applicant experience to attract the next generation of music innovators. Join a mission-driven team and influence students' educational journeys in dynamic environments.

Benefits

Generous Holiday Allocation

Wellbeing Benefits including Health Cash Plan

Staff Discounts & Benefits

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Sick Pay

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in student recruitment or outreach.
• Deep understanding of UK student recruitment cycles.
• Experience in creative industries or arts education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment events and workshops across Manchester.
• Build partnerships with schools and colleges in the North.
• Support applicants from inquiry through enrolment.

Skills

Public Speaking

Event Management

Relationship Building

Planning

Knowledge of HE Landscape

Tools

CRM Software

Microsoft Office

Social Media

Job description

Department: Marketing

Contract Type: Permanent/Full Time

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, hybrid working. Evenings & weekends required for events (TOIL available)

Reporting to: Student Recruitment Manager

Location: Manchester (with travel expected as required)

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000

Passionate about student recruitment and music education? Ready to shape the future of the North's next generation of sound and music innovators?

Join dBs Institute as our Senior Student Recruitment Officer - Manchester and play a pivotal role in bringing exceptional students into our creative community. You’ll deliver dynamic outreach, inspiring events, and a supportive applicant journey that reflects our unique offering in the creative industries.

About Us

Access Education Group is the UK’s largest independent training provider for 16-18s in the creative industries, which boasts 32 campuses nationwide with over 5,000 students & apprentices across ACC, dBs Institute (Higher Education) & Access Sport.

Backed by private equity and growing fast, we deliver Further Education, Higher Education, and Apprenticeships to over 5,000 learners annually. From Esports to Music, Games to Health & Fitness—we’re empowering the next generation of creators and innovators.

What do we offer?

• Generous Holiday Allocation
• Wellbeing Benefits: Health Cash Plan, Doctorline GP Service, Employee Assistance Programme, Access to Counselling and Cycle to Work
• Staff Discounts & Benefits: access to Accolade, our benefits platform, which offers discounts at over 800 retailers!
• Paid Leave: Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Sick pay.
  
  

The Role

As Senior Student Recruitment Officer, you’ll lead on recruitment events, school and college outreach, and applicant support across Manchester and surrounding regions. You’ll collaborate closely with the Student Recruitment Manager and the Head of Campus to hit ambitious recruitment targets and deliver an outstanding applicant experience.

What You’ll Do

Events & Recruitment Delivery

• Plan and deliver a busy schedule of open days, audition days, school visits, workshops, and expos.
• Represent dBs Institute at UCAS fairs, careers events, and community initiatives.
• Work toward Manchester campus recruitment targets with a data-driven, strategic approach.
• Recruit and manage a team of Student Ambassadors to support your events.
  
  

School & College Engagement

• Build strong partnerships with feeder schools and colleges across the North and Midlands.
• Design and deliver engaging workshops and talks focused on music, sound, and the creative industries.
• Work with dBs staff, alumni, and students to bring the brand to life in schools.
  
  

Applicant Experience

• Support applicants from first enquiry through to enrolment with exceptional communication and care.
• Gather and act on feedback to constantly improve the applicant journey.
  
  

Internal Progression & Outreach

• Support progression from Access Creative College and internal FE programmes.
• Lead on widening participation activities to reach underrepresented groups.
• Deliver outreach that drives awareness and diversifies our applicant base.
  
  

Reporting & Strategy

• Track recruitment data and report on lead generation, application conversion, and event outcomes.
• Use insights to shape strategy and continuously improve your region’s recruitment impact.
  
  

What You Bring

• 3+ years’ experience in student recruitment, event delivery, or outreach (ideally in HE)
• Deep understanding of UK student recruitment cycles and HE landscape
• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills
• Strong planning, event management, and relationship-building abilities
• Experience using CRMs, Microsoft Office, and social media in a professional setting
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
• Experience in the creative industries or arts education
• Knowledge of the North of England/Midlands education landscape
• Understanding of widening participation in HE
• Background in marketing or content creation
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a growing, mission-driven organisation shaping the future of creative education.
• Work in a hybrid, flexible role with access to state-of-the-art facilities and creative teams.
• Influence the way thousands of students discover, engage with, and join our courses.
• Collaborate with passionate professionals in an organisation that values innovation, diversity, and impact.
  
  

A full job description and person specification is available for download alongside our full benefits booklet.

dBs Institute is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and adults, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) clearance

We are committed to promoting a culture of diversity and inclusivity for all our employees and potential employees. Diversity and open expression are fundamental to creativity. We believe in the diversity of thought, as that's what helps us help our learners. We therefore welcome applications from all backgrounds.