Student Recruitment & Events Officer [Ref: WC6992]

Chichester College; Worthing; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK educational institution seeks a passionate individual for an event planning role. You will promote educational programs through impactful events and build relationships with schools and community groups. Candidates should have strong communication skills, experience in event planning, and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £25,783 - £26,972 per annum plus benefits, in a vibrant and inclusive educational environment.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave

Discount schemes

Family-friendly policies

Continuous professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in event planning, outreach, or marketing with proven results.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, confident engaging with diverse audiences.
• Proven organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Knowledge of CRM systems and data analysis.
• Flexibility, proactivity, and creativity.

Responsibilities

• Be an ambassador for Chichester College Group, promoting campuses and courses.
• Plan and deliver impactful events such as Open Days and Graduation celebrations.
• Build strong relationships with schools and community groups.
• Use data to shape outreach strategies and improve performance.
• Collaborate with marketing and curriculum teams.

Skills

Event planning

Outreach

Marketing

Communication

Presentation skills

Organisational skills

Data analysis

Flexibility

Creativity

Job description

Are you passionate about education and love creating memorable experiences?

Responsibilities

• Be an ambassador for Chichester College Group, promoting our campuses and courses to schools, communities, and adult learners.
• Plan and deliver impactful events such as Open Days, Taster Sessions, and Graduation celebrations.
• Build strong relationships with schools, community groups, and partners to drive engagement and recruitment.
• Use data and insights to shape outreach strategies and improve performance.
• Collaborate with marketing and curriculum teams to create exciting campaigns and resources.

Qualifications

• Experience in event planning, outreach, or marketing with proven results.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, confident engaging with diverse audiences.
• Proven organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Knowledge of CRM systems and data analysis.
• Flexibility, proactivity, and creativity.
• Evening and weekend work required during key recruitment periods.
• A driving licence and ability to travel independently with kit and equipment.
• £25,783 - £26,972 per annum plus a market supplement of £3,000 per annum.

37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.

Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme – the Group contributes 20.4 % of your actual pensionable pay.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days with continuous service, plus bank holidays, college closure days over the Christmas period not deducted from leave entitlement, a wellbeing day, and the opportunity to purchase up to 5 additional days.
• Discount schemes – discounts on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as the gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).
• Family‑friendly policies – enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay (dependent on continuous service).
• Continuous professional development opportunities – development days, funded apprenticeships and access to a range of other courses and activities.
• More information available in the Staff Benefits booklet attached to this advert.

Working in a vibrant and inclusive further education college is an inspiring experience. Our staff have a relentless focus on delivering outstanding teaching, learning and support, where you’ll encounter a diverse student body, a positive atmosphere, ample support services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement and a celebration of individual differences. It’s an environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning.