Student Finance Advisor Ref: BRTN8489. Job in Brighton Education & Training Jobs

Chichester College Group; Stanmer; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Stanmer is seeking a Student Finance Advisor to be the primary point of contact for students needing financial assistance. Responsibilities include assessing applications for bursaries, managing high volumes of inquiries, and maintaining accurate financial records. Candidates should possess strong customer service skills and attention to detail, with experience in student finance being advantageous. This role offers diverse staff benefits including professional development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave

Discount schemes

Family friendly policies

Continuous professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills essential for managing student inquiries.
• Attention to detail required for maintaining accurate financial records.
• Experience with student finance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Primary contact for students seeking financial assistance.
• Assess student applications for bursaries and funding.
• Respond to inquiries regarding funding promptly.

Skills

Strong customer service skills

Attention to detail

Ability to manage a high volume of enquiries

Education

Experience in student finance or a similar role

Job description

Brighton MET College, part of the Chichester College Group

Student Finance Advisor Ref: BRTN8489

Salary: £25,582 - £25,683 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team of Student Finance Advisors at our Central Brighton and East Brighton campuses.

We are looking for a dynamic individual to be part of the team who deliver an outstanding service for staff, students, and our external partners. We offer an interesting and rewarding experience within a varied, vibrant department and opportunities for you to develop your skills as part of a friendly and supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

As a Student Financial Advisor, you will be the primary point of contact for students seeking financial assistance. Your main responsibilities include assessing student applications for the college bursaries - Learner Support Grant, ensuring eligibility criteria is met, allocating and advising students on the correct funding available to them to help cover their expenses throughout their course of study.

Manage and respond promptly and professionally to a high volume of students and stakeholders email inquiries regarding funding and their applications.

Maintain accurate and confidential records of student financial claims and transactions in line with GDPR and college policy.

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates with strong customer service skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a high volume of enquiries. Experience in student finance or a similar role is an advantage.

Our Staff Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme – the Group contributes 20.4% of your actual pensionable pay.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days in line with continuous service, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement and a wellbeing day. Plus the opportunity to purchase up to 5 days additional leave.
• Discount schemes – including discounts on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as our gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).
• Family friendly policies – including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay (dependant on continuous service).
• Continuous professional development opportunities – including development days, funded apprenticeships and access to a range of other courses and activities.
• And much more – check out the Staff Benefits booklet attached to this advert for more information about our fantastic range of benefits available to staff.

Working in a vibrant and inclusive further education college is an inspiring experience.

Our staff have a relentless focus on delivering outstanding teaching, learning and support, where you'll encounter a diverse student body, a positive atmosphere, ample support services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement and a celebration of individual differences. It's an environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning.

Brighton MET has recently benefited from a 16-million-pound reinvestment.

We actively encourage applications from those seeking part-time roles, job shares, or other flexible working arrangements. Whether you're balancing caring responsibilities, pursuing personal goals, or simply seeking a healthier rhythm between life and work, we are here to support you. Our roles are designed with adaptability in mind and at the heart of our people strategy is a commitment to an inclusive environment where different ways of working are not only accommodated but celebrated. If flexibility matters to you, you'll find a welcoming home here at CCG.

Working pattern will be discussed at interview.

Closing date: 26 January 2026

Interview date: 5 February 2026

Suitable candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. We vigorously pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people.

As users of the disability confident scheme we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.