Future U Outreach Delivery Officer

When you work for the University of Lancashire, you’ll be part of a thriving community of talent that’s united in a common commitment to transform lives. We do this by delivering an outstanding educational experience and creating prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be playing a vital part in helping us achieve our vision.

About the role:

We are looking for an Outreach Officer to join the Future U central team. Future U is part of the Lancashire Uni Connect programme, a collaborative widening participation programme funded by the Office for Students. The team is responsible for reducing the gap between those historically less likely to progress on to Level 4 study and their peers. 

This role will work will work closely with our Senior Outreach Officers and other Outreach colleagues to deliver impartial and engaging outreach activities in schools and colleges across Lancashire. Future U has engaged over 50,000 Lancashire learners since our launch in 2017. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in making a real difference to the educational progression in Lancashire.

This role is ideal for someone who wants to positively impact the lives of others, thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering a high-quality programme of tailored activities.

The role may involve some occasional evening and weekend working. 

About you:

You’ll be able to develop and deliver activities and programmes to a wide range of audiences in schools, colleges and community settings and will have strong time management and organisation skills. 

An undergraduate degree or equivalent experiential learning is essential. 

What we can offer you:

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page.

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.

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