Outreach & Admissions Officer

The appointment will be for one year in the first instance.

 Either part or full-time from 25 to 36.25 hours per week

The College is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic person for the delivery of the College's Outreach and Schools Liaison activities and the collection of feedback, data, and best practice to enable their future development. The appointment will be suitable for someone who has graduated and has an interest in Outreach and Widening Participation. The precise role and responsibilities will depend on the successful candidate and their experience.

The appointee will be part of an Admissions Team currently consisting of two Tutors for Undergraduate Admissions, an Admissions Co-Ordinator, and a Senior Outreach & Admissions Officer. The appointee will work with Directors of Studies and student representatives within the College and have frequent contact with other relevant Heads of Departments. Outside the College, the appointee will work with other professionals in Outreach and Schools Liaison within and beyond the University of Cambridge, with other HE providers, with schools and their pupils (especially through the College's area links scheme), and with voluntary organisations within the education sector.

Excellent interpersonal skills and a high level of attention to detail and procedure is essential. Some experience of the Cambridge College system is desirable. In addition, strong organisational and computer skills, including social media, are required. A willingness to travel on school visits is essential.

The College benefits include 25 days holiday per year and car parking whilst on duty (subject to availability). The College offers an auto-enrolled pension scheme to eligible employees, after 3 months’ completed service. There is also a medical cashback scheme which is offered to staff.  Lunch is provided free of charge when on duty over lunchtime and when the College kitchens are open

For an application pack please click the 'Apply' button above. 

The closing date for applications is midnight on 2^nd September 2024.

Interviews are likely to take place in the week beginning 9^th September 2024. 

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