Deputy Head of Admissions

Deputy Head of Admissions

Permanent, Full Time

£44,421 - £50,927 per annum

Location: Bournemouth Campus

Health Sciences University is a specialist health sciences institution dedicated to creating a healthier society through education, research and clinical care.

We offer a growing portfolio of undergraduate, postgraduate and professional development courses in allied health and related disciplines, and our state-of-the-art facilities, clinical services and partnerships with the NHS and employers creates a unique offering for our students, attracting a high volume of domestic and international applicants year-round.

Operating across two campuses in Bournemouth and central London, the university is experiencing an exciting period of growth and diversification. The launch of our Health Business School and its flagship MSc Global Healthcare Management course in 2025 is helping to shape responsible, sustainable management and leadership within the global healthcare sector and is attracting growing numbers of students from new international markets. We are continuously developing our services and course portfolio in response to the evolving needs of employers, students and society at a local, regional and global level, with several exciting new directions in development.

About the role

The Deputy Head of Admissions is a senior role responsible for shaping and delivering a high-performing, compliant and applicant-focused admissions service. Working closely with the Head of Student Recruitment, Outreach and Admissions, you will lead admissions activity across both campuses, providing visible leadership at Bournemouth, line-managing the London Admissions Manager, and ensuring consistent, high-quality processes that support the university’s growth.

You will have autonomy to manage complex admissions decisions, oversee compliance and risk, contribute to institutional planning through evidence-based insights, and represent Admissions in senior management forums.

The role is varied and influential, with flexibility required during peak periods and occasional travel. This role is based at our Bournemouth campus, but hybrid working will be considered for the right candidate.

About you

You will be an experienced and confident admissions professional with strong strategic insight, excellent judgement and a thorough understanding of regulatory requirements, including OfS, CMA and UKVI. A supportive and collaborative leader, you can guide and develop teams across multiple sites while maintaining a hands-on, approachable style.

You will be comfortable making complex decisions, managing risk, and providing expert advice to colleagues at all levels. Flexible, proactive and forward-looking, you bring the resilience, communication skills and analytical mindset needed to drive continuous improvement and deliver an outstanding applicant experience.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum & Nationality Act 2006.

Benefits

• Competitive Employer's Pension
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Enhanced policies
• Subsidised clinical treatments
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme

Any many more.

For an informal discussion, please contact Jessa Harris, Head of Student Recruitment, Outreach and Admissions at jessa.harris@hsu.ac.uk

Completed application forms should be submitted by midnight on the closing date. Please note that CVs will not be considered as a substitute for a complete application form.

Closing date: 5^th January 2026

We value diversity and inclusion at HSU and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are a committed to having a diverse and inclusive culture which offers equality and opportunity for all. We operate Disability Confident and Mindful Employer schemes and are open to discussions around all forms of flexible working.

We operate a Guaranteed Interview scheme for applicants who are serving or who have served in the Armed Forces.

This post will be subject to an Enhanced/Basic DBS check.