UniConnect Outreach Officer - 0.8 FTE (Fixed Term)

Bradford College; Bradford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave + bank holidays

Employee wellbeing programme

Job summary

Bradford College is seeking a UniConnect Outreach Officer to deliver UC outreach activities in West Yorkshire. The role is based at Bradford College and involves working with schools and colleges to support eligible learners.

You will lead events, manage relationships with stakeholders and monitor progress, while aligning with college safety and CPD requirements. It is a fixed-term, part-time 0.8 FTE position (30 hours/week) until July 2027, with some travel and occasional evenings/weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience leading, developing, and evaluating events and managing budgets.
• Ability to deliver presentations to learners, parents, and other stakeholders.
• Proven ability to collaborate with schools, colleges, and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Arrange, deliver, lead/project manage and evaluate UC outreach activities for eligible learners on behalf of Bradford College and partner institutions.
• Be the principal contact and champion for the project within your institution and target schools/colleges, engaging staff to ensure success.
• Communicate programme aims and manage relationships with learners, parents, UC staff, institution staff and partners.
• Monitor and report requirements for each institution, including HEAT updates.
• Deliver against targets, prepare progress reports and delivery plans.

Skills

Event management

Budget management

Public speaking

Stakeholder engagement

Time management

Education

GCSEs in Maths/English at level 2 or equivalent

Degree level or equivalent

Job description

We have an excellent opportunity to join our Student Recruitment team as a UniConnect Outreach Officer.

This role is working on and funded by the government funded Uni Connect programme (UC) which is delivered in the West Yorkshire region by Go Higher West Yorkshire (GHWY)

As the Outreach Officer you will be responsible for arranging, delivering, leading/project managing and evaluating UC outreach activities for eligible learners on behalf of the target school/college and Bradford College.

The Outreach Officer will be employed by and based at Bradford College who are one of GHWY’s Higher Education (HE) Partners. In the role of Outreach Officer you will work:

• Up to 2 days a week based in or allocated to supporting target schools/colleges in West Yorkshire (exact location and days TBC)
• Up to 2 days a week you will work on other UC activity including representing your HE institution

Please note that this is a Part Time (0.8 FTE) role working 30 hours per week and is Fixed Term up until the end of July 2027.

Responsibilities include:

• Arrange, deliver, lead/project manage and evaluate UC outreach activities for eligible learners on behalf of the target school/college and your institution
• Be the principal contact and champion for the project within your institution and your target school(s)/college(s) including engaging relevant institution staff e.g. teachers and academics to ensure the success of the project.
• Communicate programme aims, and manage relationships effectively with learners, parents/carers, UC staff, institution staff, Senior Leadership Team, and delivery partners e.g. other universities, colleges.
• Carry out all the monitoring and reporting requirements for each institution including updating the Higher Education Access Tracker database (HEAT).
• Delivery against agreed targets including preparing progress reports and delivery plans as required.
• Attend and contribute to the regular UC meetings and Continuous Professional Development (CPD) sessions to share good practice and lessons learned.
• Ensure appropriate Health and Safety, risk assessment and safeguarding procedures are followed at all times and adhere to institutions’ policies/systems as appropriate.
• Have ability and willingness to work on a flexible basis, including efficient travel to locations within West Yorkshire as well as occasional evening/weekend work as required.
• These duties provide a framework for the role and should not be regarded as a definitive list. Other reasonable duties may be required consistent with the grade of the post.

For the full job description and person specification, please click here

The Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will be a learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values.

As part of the hiring process, candidates may be required to complete a psychometric test, which will provide valuable insight into your potential fit within Bradford College.

Education & Training

• GCSE 4 – 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths, or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability, and then, if appointed, achieve within an agreed timescale
• GCSE 4 - 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English, or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability, and then, if appointed, achieve within an agreed timescale
• Educated to degree level or equivalent

Experience

• Ability to lead, develop, manage, monitor and evaluate events/activities and associated budgets successfully
• A good understanding of the educational aspirations and needs of a range of young people and be able to deliver presentations to this audience and relevant stakeholders e.g. parents/carers.
• Ability to collaborate and engage support for the GHWY Uni Connect programme with a range of key stakeholders including learners, parents/carers, school staff and external stakeholders e.g. employers, in order to achieve results
• Ability to organise own workload and be self‑motivated, meet deadlines, work on own initiative with a pro‑active attitude to the role.
• An ability to work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail with a methodical approach.

For an informal discussion about the role, please email [e-mail]

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, depending on the level of interest and number of applications, so early application is advised.

Please note that if you are successful and accept a role, any other ongoing applications for other roles with us will be withdrawn automatically.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES

We kindly request that recruitment agencies not forward any unsolicited CVs in relation to any of our advertised roles or speculatively. If we require support with any of our vacancies, we will get in touch with agencies directly.

• We do not recognise submissions of unsolicited or speculative CV applications from recruitment agencies.
• We shall not be liable for any fee /commission in the event we employ a candidate that may have been submitted as an unsolicited/speculative application from an uninstructed recruitment agency.

Bradford College

At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.

Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. From undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications, to distance learning and short community courses.

We aim to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can‑do attitude and desire for continuous self‑improvement, you could make a difference in the lives of everyone at Bradford College.

Should you be shortlisted for an interview, as a Disability Confident employer, where required, we will make reasonable adjustments to your interview to ensure you are given the best opportunity to succeed. If you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments for the interview, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us to discuss your options.

Bradford College is proud to be working towards becoming a Menopause Friendly Accredited Employer. This commitment reflects our dedication to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all staff. We are implementing policies, resources, and awareness initiatives to ensure everyone feels valued and supported through every stage of life.

Benefits of working at Bradford College

• Generous annual leave entitlement – equivalent to 30 days of holidays, plus bank holidays
• Additional college closure days, including a 2-week Christmas closure
• West Yorkshire Pension Scheme, with a generous employer contribution
• Annual salary reviews
• Career progression opportunities – 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
• Free sports and gym facilities
• Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
• Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders
• Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
• Discounts on greener travel – cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
• Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student‑led Signature Spa
• On‑site dining facilities, including our award‑winning Grove restaurant
• A host of training development opportunities
• Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
• The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.
• If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in‑house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.
• Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.
• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with our statutory safeguarding requirements detailed in Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, employment references, health screening and social media search.
• Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection with children and vulnerable adults.

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Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with our statutory safeguarding requirements detailed in Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, employment references, health screening and social media search.

Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection with children and vulnerable adults.