Location: Cross College with Trowbridge base, Wiltshire
Salary: £16,775 rising to £17,126 per annum (Professional Services Grade 4 & 4a)
Job Type: Part - Time, (29.6 Hours PW, 36+4 weeks)
Closing date: 28th May 2024
About Us:
Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshire's economy, inspiring people to develop the skills they need to achieve. Our four campuses are learning hubs in their communities, and we aspire to be an outstanding, financially robust and commercially agile provider, achieving our clear social mission on behalf of learners and employers across Wiltshire and beyond. Our turnover is around £42 million per annum, we employ some 650 staff, and support around 11,500 students.
School Liaison Officer- The role:
If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young people and believe in the transformative power of education, you could be an ideal candidate to join our School Liaison Team.
The team plays a pivotal role in guiding and inspiring young learners to achieve their career aspirations. As a School Liaison Officer, you will collaborate with our experienced School Liaison and Admissions Manager to create a lasting impact.
Your primary responsibilities will include:
* conducting engaging events, workshops, and presentations in local schools
* serving as the first point of contact for learners, offering accessible and informative guidance
* empowering students to make informed choices about their educational journey
* collaborating closely with schools and internal departments to enhance recruitment efforts
* representing the college at key recruitment events alongside the Admissions and Marketing team.
School Liaison Officer- About you:
We are looking for someone who:
* is passionate about education and its potential to transform lives
* has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* can demonstrate proven ability to engage and connect with diverse audiences
* is proactive, has great organisation skills and the ability to work independently.
Previous experience in school liaison or a related field is advantageous. However, this role would suit a variety of candidates, so if you are considering for a career change, returning to the workplace, or looking for your first job we'd love to hear from you.
School Liaison Officer- benefits:
* a competitive salary
* 30 days' annual leave for Professional Services Staff, 37 days' annual leave for Academic Staff and 35 days' annual leave for management staff (plus bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period)
* automatic enrolment into either the Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
* access to our employee assistance programme (EAP) and enjoy other benefits such as discounts with a wide variety of retailers
* free car parking on-site.
Application process:
Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children's barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.
We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.
To submit your application for this exciting School Liaison Officer opportunity, please click 'Apply' now.
Please note that vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
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