Student Recruitment and Engagement Officer

eTeach UK Limited; New Penshaw; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in New Penshaw is seeking an engaging individual to plan and deliver recruitment events. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and organizational skills, experience in public speaking, and the ability to build relationships with schools and community organizations. The role includes delivering presentations, promoting college offerings, and tracking the impact of events. Flexible working options, a generous holiday allowance, and extensive wellbeing support are offered in this exciting opportunity.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible working options

Access to benefits platform

Wellbeing support

Free parking

Free gym access

Responsibilities

• Organise impactful recruitment events aligned with strategic priorities.
• Deliver engaging presentations to showcase college pathways.
• Build relationships with schools and community groups.
• Promote events through various media channels.
• Use data to track event performance and inform improvements.
• Collaborate with curriculum and student services teams.

Skills

Public speaking

Organisational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Creativity

Collaboration

Education

Level 2 Maths and English

Professional qualification in a related field or Level 6 qualification

Job description

About Education Partnership North East (EPNE) At EPNE our ‘purpose’ is our north star. It is what we expect of ourselves every single day and why we ask all staff to keep our purpose front and centre in all that they do. Our Purpose is to “unlock potential, create opportunities, and transform lives through outstanding education, skills and training”. Rooted in our transformative power, it communicates our work in tackling inequalities, removing barriers, and improving the life chances of the people and communities we serve. We nurture our very special culture. Our unifying values framework “The actions we take the choices we make - The actions I take the choices I make” represent the character of our college group, and are grounded in the belief that every action, by every individual, contributes to our success. This why we encourage empowered individuals, personal accountability and growth. Building on our remarkable past, creativity and pioneering spirit, we are moving forward with courage into the future, improving what we do, remaining action‑orientated, and innovating to make an exceptional difference for the world we live in. Shaping futures for a better tomorrow, join our changemaking community now.

About the Candidate

The ideal candidate will possess outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently with a wide range of audiences through events, presentations, workshops, and one‑to‑one interactions. You will be a natural relationship‑builder, able to establish strong, professional connections with colleagues, schools, community organisations, and external partners. As a proactive and organised individual, you will demonstrate excellent time management and attention to detail, capable of planning and delivering multiple high‑quality events simultaneously. As a changemaker, creativity and innovation are essential, particularly when designing memorable engagement experiences that reflect the college’s values and appeal to diverse learner groups. The successful candidate will work closely with internal teams and external partners while remaining responsive to changing priorities and feedback.

Role Responsibilities

• Plan & Deliver Recruitment Events: Organise impactful internal and external events (e.g. open days, campus visits, school outreach) aligned with strategic priorities and subject areas.
• Promote College Offerings: Deliver engaging presentations and workshops to showcase college pathways, filling gaps in local education and training.
• Develop External Partnerships: Build and maintain strong relationships with schools, community groups, and other partners, acting as the main contact for outreach efforts.
• Event Promotion: Collaborate with Marketing to promote events via digital, print, and social media channels, ensuring consistent and engaging messaging.
• Track & Evaluate Impact: Use data and the CRM system to monitor event performance, measure engagement, and inform continuous improvement.
• Co‑ordinate with Colleagues: Work with a variety of stakeholders across the entire group including curriculum, student services, estates and other teams as required.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Maths and English
• A professional quality in a related field and/or Level 6 qualification is desirable but not essential

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience of public speaking such as delivering presentations or workshops
• Experience of working in an events related or marketing role
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Proactive, collaborative and results driven
• Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Suitability to work with young people

What’s in it for you?

• Enjoy a generous holiday allowance ranging between 35‑48 days per year, plus public holidays (Excluding Term Time Only contracts)
• Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role)
• LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme, (dependent on role 15.7% - 28.68%)
• Access to myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more
• We offer dental, eye care & health cash plans
• Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing
• Free parking on most campuses
• Free Gym access available at Bede Campus