Uni Connect Higher Education Partner (HEP) Outreach Officer

This role will be based on the University campus (0.6FTE/3 days) and will also involve travel to schools, colleges, other universities) and may include some working from home. For the rest of the time (0.4 FTE/2 days), you will be based at Cockburn John Charles Academy (CJC), Old Run Rd, Belle Isle, Leeds LS10 2JU.

Do you want to play a key role in supporting the success of students, particularly those from underrepresented groups? Are you a well-organised and adaptable individual? Do you want to play a key role in exploring raising attainment initiatives?

Working across these two institutions you will:

Arrange, deliver, lead/project manage and evaluate outreach and attainment raising, activities for eligible learners (Year 7 - 13) on behalf of University of Leeds and Cockburn John Charles School.

Communicate programme aims, and manage relationships effectively with parents/carers, learners, UC staff, institution staff, Senior Leadership Team, and delivery partners e.g. other universities, colleges.

Be the principal contact and champion for the project within the University of Leeds and Cockburn John Charles School including engaging relevant institution staff e.g. teachers and academics to ensure the success of the project.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Jane Dickinson (Educational Engagement Lead Officer)

j.r.dickinson@leeds.ac.uk  

Location: Leeds - Main Campus

Faculty/Service: Professional Services

Category: Administrative and Clerical Support

Contract Type: Fixed Term (until 30/09/2023 due to external funding)

Interview Date: Tuesday 21 February 2023

Further details:

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