Senior Student Recruitment and Marketing Officer 1.0 FTE

About Us

Rose Bruford College is one of the UK’s leading drama schools and a pioneering centre for theatre and performance training. We are a small community of around 1,100 students across foundation, undergraduate, postgraduate and research courses. With a diverse and inclusive community of students, staff, and alumni, we are proud to produce creative, adaptable, and industry-ready graduates who shape the future of the creative arts.  Rose Bruford College is seeking a creative Senior Student Recruitment and Marketing Officer to lead on delivering innovative and effective marketing and recruitment activities across all our programmes.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven and student-focused professional to make a meaningful impact on how we attract and engage future students. Reporting to the Student Recruitment and Marketing Manager, you will take the lead on delivering high-impact recruitment campaigns and activities that speak directly to prospective students. From managing digital content and on-campus events to building connections with schools and colleges, your work will shape the entire applicant journey—from first interest to enrolment. You will play a vital role in growing our student community and highlighting the unique experience Rose Bruford College has to offer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver targeted marketing plans and campaigns in collaboration with the Student Recruitment and Marketing Manager.
• Lead on the planning and execution of student recruitment events including open days, taster sessions, and offer holder events (in-person and online).
• Manage digital marketing activity including social media, paid advertising, and CRM communications (HubSpot).
• Create compelling marketing materials and student-facing content, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines.
• Build relationships with schools and colleges, developing outreach activities and increasing lead generation.
• Conduct market research and analyse recruitment data to inform strategy and evaluate impact.
• Manage the student ambassador scheme, including recruitment, training, and oversight of activities.

About You:

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Proactive and strategic, with strong project management skills.
• An excellent communicator with experience in copywriting and content creation.
• Skilled in digital marketing and familiar with CRM and analytics tools.
• Passionate about student recruitment and creating engaging experiences for prospective students.
• Confident working independently and collaboratively in a busy, creative environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking team and make a real impact in shaping the future of student recruitment at one of the UK’s leading drama schools.

For further information about the position and how to apply please click the 'Apply' button, above.

If you would like to discuss the role or have any questions please email:

Jenny Tait, Head of Student Recruitment on jenny.tait@bruford.ac.uk.

The College is committed to a policy of equal opportunities in compliance with the Equality Act 2010 and welcomes applications regardless of community, background, religious belief, gender, age, racial/ethnic group. Marital status, sexual orientation, dependent responsibility or disability.

Under current legislation, the college has a legal obligation to ensure that our employees have a legal right to work in the UK.

Closing date for completed applications is

17:00pm on Monday 26^th May 2025

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