Bursary & Student Funding Officers

Bursary & Student Funding Officer

Wiltshire College & University Centre Salisbury campus

Do you have a passion for helping students access the support they need to succeed Are you organised personable and driven by making a real difference

If youre looking for a role with purpose where every conversation can change a students future this is your opportunity to join a supportive team and deliver life-changing guidance.

Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and become a vital part of ensuring every student has the chance to thrive.

What We Offer

Salary: 20516 rising to 20947 per year (full time equivalent 25304 - 25835)

Permanent Part Time 30 hours per week
Outstanding Benefits
Great Local Government Pension Scheme
Generous paid holiday entitlement plus 8 bank holidays
College closure & wellbeing days including a 2-week paid Christmas shutdown
Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 confidential wellbeing legal & financial support
Free on-site gyms across multiple campuses
Lifestyle discounts on retail tech travel & more
Cycle-to-Work scheme
Professional development & career growth opportunities
Additional perks discounted meals hair & beauty services exclusive attraction offers

A secure role with benefits that support your life today and in the long run.

What Youll Do

Support students through bursary and funding applications
Help remove financial barriers that could impact college success
Provide accurate advice with empathy confidentiality and care
Keep records organised and ensure funding processes run smoothly

What Youll Bring

• Literacy and Numeracy at Level 2 or above (GCSE A-C/9-4)
• Strong administration or customer-focused experience
• Great communication skills and a supportive approach
• Ability to stay organised and handle sensitive information
• A passion for helping people reach their potential

Why This Role Matters

Every students situation is different and your support could be the reason they stay in education achieve their goals and build a brighter future.

This is work youll feel proud of.

Be the support that helps students succeed

If you want a meaningful role with true impact wed love to hear from you.
Apply today and be part of the difference.

PLEASE NOTE:

Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role locatedat the bottom of this pageas a downloadable document.

Safer Recruitment

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 childrens 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.

Closing date: 04/01/2026

Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

INDAD

Wiltshire College & University Centre stands as the largest provider of further and higher education in Wiltshire significantly contributing to the local economy by equipping individuals with essential skills for success. Our diverse curriculum spans from Level 1 to Level 6 and we operate across four main campuses located in Trowbridge Chippenham Salisbury and Lackham which specialises in land-based education.

We offer a wide array of apprenticeships along with full-time part-time and university-level courses. Notably our Castle Combe circuit facility is the UKs first trackside motorsport engineering training centre dedicated to our Motorsport Engineering programs.