Outreach Assistant

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and well-organised individual to join the Student Recruitment and Outreach team at Aston University as an Outreach Assistant. You will play a key role in the organisation of events, representing the University at HE Fairs and conventions around the country, visiting schools/colleges in your region and developing your student recruitment strategy.

This post presents an ideal opportunity for an individual with existing experience in student recruitment to further their career at a University that continues to go from strength to strength.

You will have excellent communication and organisational skills and a commitment to the benefits of Higher Education. Applicants must be willing to undertake extensive travel across the UK, including overnight stays and must hold a UK driving licence.

What we offer

Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.

Dynamic working is possible for this role, which means working both on campus and from home dependent on the activity. Further information on dynamic working can be found here.

Excellent training and development opportunities.

A generous annual leave scheme with 25 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.

Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers

Great family friendly policies

On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available

Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here

Experience of HE Marketing, Student Recruitment or Schools Liaison is also essential.

A satisfactory DBS clearance is required for this post.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for new applicants to the Skilled Worker visa route. 

See here for information about Skilled Worker eligibility criteria: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston

We recognise the value of flexible working.  Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.

If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@aston.ac.uk

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