Student Recruitment and Engagement Officer

Northumberland College; North East; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance 35-48 days

Flexible working options

LGPS or Teacher Pensions

Wellbeing resources

Free parking on most campuses

Free Gym access

Discount platform

Job summary

Northumberland College, based in Northumberland with campuses in Ashington and Ponteland, is seeking a Student Recruitment and Engagement Officer in Marketing & Student Recruitment. Based in Northumberland, the role delivers recruitment events to drive enrolment across 16–18, HE, adult learners and apprenticeships.

You will build relationships with schools, community partners and external organisations, delivering presentations, outreach activities and engaging workshops.

Qualifications

• Public speaking experience; able to deliver presentations and workshops.
• Experience in events, marketing or recruitment.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; suitable to work with young people.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver recruitment events across campuses and schools.
• Develop external partnerships with schools and community groups.
• Coordinate with Marketing to promote events across channels.
• Track event performance using CRM data for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with colleagues across curriculum, student services and estates.

Skills

Public speaking

Events coordination

Relationship building

Time management

Attention to detail

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Verbal and written communication

Education

Level 2 Maths and English

Level 6 qualification desirable

Tools

CRM system

Job description

Student Recruitment and Engagement Officer

Marketing & Student Recruitment

Location: Northumberland

Salary: £25,949 to £27,956 per annum

Post Type: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Thursday 05 November 2026

Reference: 0804-26

About The College

Northumberland College is Ofsted Outstanding and is currently building a multi-million, state of the art, new college campus in Ashington, due to open in 2026. The successful candidate will be based at the new college where a purpose-built construction, housing, advanced manufacturing and engineering centre will be located.

Curriculum spans technical, vocational further and higher education and includes large apprenticeship provision and dedicated centres for young people with SEND.

The College has two main campuses in Ashington, and Ponteland, and as part of the college group Education Partnership Northeast, it also has a significant number of satellite delivery centres across the region

Served by easy road links, and the new train station in Ashington, when Northumberland College opens its new Department for Education backed campus at Wansbeck Business Park, the college will boast a national trailblazer both in architectural design and operation. This major £52 million+ investment comes on top of the College recently driving £14million into new facilities and resources at its existing sites.

Please see the following link to our 2024 Ofsted Report, in which we were graded as being Outstanding across all areas - Ofsted-Report-Outstanding

Our Journey & Values

As an employer, we prioritise cultivating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, where our staff can thrive and grow. We recognize that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to investing in their professional development and overall wellbeing.

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.

About The Role

The purpose of the role is to work within a small team to deliver engaging recruitment and promotional events that drive student enrolment across all college cohorts (16–18, HE, adult learners, apprenticeships and more). You will play a key role in building strong relationships with schools, community partners and external organisations, while promoting the college’s offer through presentations, outreach activity, and innovative engagement experiences.

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

• You will need a valid UK Driving license and access to your own vehicle.
• 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?

Join EPNE and you’ll be part of a culture that prioritises your development and wellbeing, which is why all employees receive an extensive benefits package.

• 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 - depending on role
• 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

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion

At Education Partnership North East (EPNE), we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and lived experiences. We know that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams to enhance the education and support we provide to our learners and communities.

We recognise that talented individuals may not always follow a traditional career path and may hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. If you are excited about the role and believe you can make a positive contribution, we encourage you to apply.

As a Disability Confident Employer and Armed Forces Covenant Member, and with Ofsted Outstanding status across all campuses, we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive, and high-performing environment where everyone can thrive.

Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check.

We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.