Student Recruitment Coordinator

The Orpheus Centre; South Godstone; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Orpheus Centre is seeking a Student Recruitment Coordinator to guide the admissions journey from enquiry to enrolment, collaborating with prospective students, families, local authorities and internal teams.

You will manage the full admissions cycle, coordinate campus visits and recruitment events, review applications, and maintain accurate records in our MIS. The role supports disabled young adults through arts-based development and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative or education setting
• Understanding of SEND and EHCP processes
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail
• Confident using Microsoft Office (Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Manage the full admissions cycle - enquiry, application, assessment, offer, funding, and enrolment
• Act as the first point of contact for prospective students, parents, carers, and professionals
• Coordinate college tours, taster days, and recruitment events (both on-site and virtual)
• Review applications and supporting documents, including EHCPs
• Liaise with local authorities regarding placements and funding agreements
• Maintain accurate records and track applicant progress throughout the process
• Support enrolment and ensure data is recorded on internal systems (MIS)
• Build and maintain relationships with feeder schools, providers, and external stakeholders
• Provide admissions data and reports to senior leadership

Skills

Administrative experience

SEND & EHCP understanding

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Microsoft Office

Multitasking

Tools

Databridge

SIMS

Job description

We are looking for an organised and proactive Student Recruitment Coordinator to manage the admissions journey from initial enquiry through to enrolment. This is a rewarding and varied role where you'll work closely with prospective students, families, local authorities, and internal teams to ensure a smooth, supportive, and efficient recruitment process.,

• Manage the full admissions cycle - enquiry, application, assessment, offer, funding, and enrolment
• Act as the first point of contact for prospective students, parents, carers, and professionals
• Coordinate college tours, taster days, and recruitment events (both on-site and virtual)
• Review applications and supporting documents, including EHCPs
• Liaise with local authorities regarding placements and funding agreements
• Maintain accurate records and track applicant progress throughout the process
• Support enrolment and ensure data is recorded on internal systems (MIS)
• Build and maintain relationships with feeder schools, providers, and external stakeholders
• Provide admissions data and reports to senior leadership

Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure a positive student experience

We support young disabled adults to discover what they can do - building confidence, independence and creative skills through the performing arts. Our work is bold, inclusive and life-changing, and every member of our team plays a vital role in creating an environment where students feel listened to, supported and empowered to take centre stage. If you are passionate about inclusion, creativity and enabling people to defy expectations, this is your opportunity to be part of something truly special.,

You will be highly organised, detail-focused, and an excellent communicator who can build strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience in an administrative or education setting
• Understanding of SEND and EHCP processes
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail
• Confident using Microsoft Office (Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Desirable

• Experience in FE admissions or recruitment
• Knowledge of Databridge, SIMS or similar systems
• Experience working with local authorities
• Experience supporting young people with SEND, We have made a positive commitment to employing disabled people. Reasonable adjustments will be made to the recruitment procedure as required in consultation with the applicant to ensure no-one is disadvantaged because of their disability. If a disabled person is selected for a position, reasonable adjustments will be made to the workplace, including premises and equipment, work duties and practices or policies, as appropriate. All disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role as set out in the role profile and person specification will be considered for interview.,
• Challenging attitudes towards disability
• Increasing understanding of disability
• Removing barriers to disabled people and those with long‑term health conditions
• Ensuring that disabled people have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspiration

  The Orpheus Centre is a specialist college that uses the arts to promote personal development in young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).