Student Recruitment Coordinator

onlyFE; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a confident and enthusiastic individual to join a vibrant education community as a Student Recruitment Coordinator. In this role, you will be pivotal in supporting the college's student recruitment efforts by engaging with local schools and the wider community. You will collaborate with various teams to create and implement an annual plan of activities aimed at attracting students. This is a chance to make a significant impact in a supportive environment that values ambition and personal growth. If you are passionate about education and community engagement, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Reduced-price gym membership

Cycle to Work Scheme

Family-friendly policies

Free eye tests

Discounted professional Hair & Beauty services

Fresh bakery offerings

Qualifications

• Must have Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English Language.
• Experience in community settings and working with young people.

Responsibilities

• Support the college’s engagement with local schools and the community.
• Design and deliver the annual Schools and Colleges Plan.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Web-based tools

Presentation design and delivery

Community engagement

Working with young people

Education

Level 2 Qualification in Maths

Level 2 Qualification in English Language

Job description

Student Recruitment Coordinator

£24,909 gross per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week / 52 weeks per year

Are you looking for a new challenge and an opportunity to become an integral part of a brilliant education business? This is a new exciting opportunity for a confident and enthusiastic individual to work within our Marketing team supporting the College’s student recruitment drive by representing the College at local schools, colleges, and within the wider community.

The college has nearly 700 people employed in a vast range of roles and feels more like a community than a workplace. We strive to make our employee community a welcoming, caring, and enthusiastic one, fuelling ambition with opportunities and support to help us all achieve our personal and professional goals.

We are proud to offer the full range of qualifications that students need to fulfil long and valuable careers. With purpose-built facilities, excellent grades, expanding catchment area, and purposeful vision, we believe that attending college is about more than achieving a qualification and aim to give all learners an opportunity to develop their full potential in a friendly and supportive environment. There has never been a better time to join us!

The Role

Responsible to the Recruitment and Engagement Manager, you will support the delivery of the college’s engagement with local schools, colleges, and the wider community. You will work with the Recruitment, Engagement, and Events Manager and Curriculum teams to design, deliver, and evaluate the annual Schools and Colleges Plan and calendar of activities.

What are we looking for?

You must be able to evidence that you have a Level 2 Qualification in Maths and English Language equivalent to grade C/4 or above. You need to have experience of working with young people and in a community setting, as well as experience of designing and delivering presentations and information to groups of people (e.g. shows, trade fairs, information stands). You will also possess a broad base of technical skills including Microsoft Office and web-based tools.

What makes us an Employer of choice?

You'll have access to a wide range of benefits and support, including, but not limited to:

• Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7/365 helpline for advice and support
• Regular Staff Physical Activity Sessions and reduced-price gym membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Family-friendly policies
• Free eye tests and contribution to VDU-use-only glasses
• Several food outlets with a variety of menu choices
• A full range of discounted professional Hair & Beauty services provided by the Academy Salon
• Professional bakery offering a variety of fresh breads, cakes, and ready meals.

The college values diversity and is committed to creating a diverse workforce. Blackburn College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to a variety of pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references, medical clearance, and an enhanced DBS check.

Closing Date: 9.00 am Friday 17 January 2025

Assessment Centre Date: Monday 27 January 2025