Student Recruitment and Access Officer

University of Reading; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a full-time, permanent member for its Student Recruitment & Outreach team. The role focuses on engaging and converting prospective students from under-represented groups through innovative outreach and recruitment strategies. Ideal candidates will have experience in UK higher education settings, excellent presentation and project management skills, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Experience in a post-16 setting within UK student recruitment or outreach.
• Understanding of the widening participation agenda in higher education.
• Knowledge of the UK Higher Education system and recruitment cycle.

Responsibilities

• Deliver strategic outreach and recruitment activities targeting under-represented groups.
• Lead project-based activities and organize in-person events for students.
• Build networks with schools and colleges to increase applications.

Skills

Presentation Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Event Organization

Networking

Job description

Closing date: Wednesday 16th July 2025 at 23:59

Role type: Full time, Permanent

By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. Applicants wishing to consider the SWR must ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement before applying. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

Working in the UK Student Recruitment & Outreach team, this role will focus on three main activities:

1. Delivering strategic, regionally based outreach, recruitment, and conversion activities within Berkshire, specifically targeting prospective students from under-represented groups.
2. Leading project-based activities to support Year 13 students, including developing online resources and organizing in-person events for students with contextual offers.
3. Supporting the Henley Business School's widening participation and undergraduate recruitment targets through subject-based activities such as school talks, campus visits, and taster days.

The role involves working independently, managing projects and resources, and representing the University to potential students, parents, and teachers. Building strong networks with schools and colleges is essential to increase applications and acceptances from under-represented groups.

You will have:

• Experience in a post-16 setting within UK student recruitment or outreach roles.
• Experience delivering presentations to diverse post-16 audiences both in person and online.
• Understanding of the widening participation agenda in higher education.
• Knowledge of the UK Higher Education system and recruitment cycle.
• Experience organizing events.
• Experience working with stakeholders and developing relationships.

The role is based in Reading, with some travel to UCAS or third-party fairs.

Safeguarding Requirements and Responsibilities:

• Undertake safeguarding training and adhere to the University’s Safeguarding Children & Adults at Risk Policy.
• Consider safeguarding in event and activity risk assessments.
• Report disclosures or concerns using the Safeguarding Incident Form to the Designated Safeguarding Officer.

An Enhanced DBS with a child barred list check is required, as this is a regulated activity. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. More information can be found on the Safeguarding and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Procedure links.

Interviews will be held on: Tuesday 29th July 2025

Contact information:

• Contact Name: Amy Fairbrother
• Contact Job Title: Student Recruitment & Access Manager
• Contact Email: [e-mail]
• Alternative Contact Name: Harvey Owen
• Alternative Contact Job Title: Student Recruitment & Access Officer
• Alternative Contact Email: [e-mail]

The University is committed to diversity and inclusion, supports the Athena SWAN and Race Equality Charters, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time, and flexible working arrangements are encouraged and will be considered.