School Liaison Officer

School Liaison Officer

Wiltshire College & University Centre Cross College/Trowbridge with regular travel to schools events and college campuses

Do you have experience working with young people schools events recruitment or customer engagement Or perhaps youve developed strong communication and relationship-building skills in an education marketing or customer-facing role and are looking for your next challenge.

Whether youre an experienced school liaison professional or looking to build on your existing skills this is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking college.

At Wiltshire College & University Centre youll play a key role in delivering the Colleges student recruitment strategy. As an ambassador for WCUC you will coordinate and deliver a wide range of outreach and engagement activities ensuring prospective students and their support networks receive high-quality information advice and guidance to make informed decisions about their post-16 education.

By building and maintaining strong relationships with schools careers advisers and other key stakeholders youll help raise awareness of our provision inspire future students and position WCUC as the destination of choice for post-16 education. This is a rewarding role where your enthusiasm creativity and excellent interpersonal skills will make a meaningful difference to individuals schools and communities across Wiltshire and beyond.

What We Offer

Salary: 18597 rising to 18988 per year (Full time equivalent 25304 rising to 25 835 per year)

Contract Type: Permanent Part Time 29.6 hours per week Term Time Only 364 weeks per year

Year-Round Employment: (Full time equivalent 25304 rising to 25835 per year)

Outstanding Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme a strong secure foundation for your future
• Generous Holiday Entitlement 30 days paid annual leave plus 8 paid bank holidays
• College closure and wellbeing days including a 2-week paid Christmas closure
• Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 confidential wellbeing legal and financial support
• Free On-Site Gyms available across multiple campuses
• Lifestyle Discounts savings on retail technology travel and leisure
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme save money while staying active
• Professional Development ongoing training and career progression opportunities
• Additional Perks discounted meals hair & beauty services and reduced attraction entry

A rewarding role with benefits that support your wellbeing career development and future.

What Youll Do

• Coordinate and deliver the Colleges school liaison and outreach programme
• Build effective relationships with schools careers advisers and other key stakeholders
• Deliver assemblies presentations workshops and careers-related activities to prospective students
• Represent the College at careers fairs parents evenings open events and recruitment activities
• Organise and support campus tours taster sessions and student engagement events
• Work closely with Marketing and Student Recruitment teams to promote the Colleges courses and opportunities
• Support and coordinate student ambassadors at recruitment and outreach activities
• Maintain accurate records of outreach activities and engagement outcomes
• Contribute to student recruitment targets and raise the profile of the College across Wiltshire and beyond
• Support wider Growth & Engagement activities including events and community engagement opportunities throughout the year

What Youll Bring

• A Level 3 qualification or above or relevant professional experience
• Experience in education recruitment events marketing customer engagement or a similar role
• Excellent communication presentation and interpersonal skills
• Strong relationship-building and organisational abilities
• Confidence engaging with young people parents carers and external stakeholders
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and CRM/database systems
• The ability to work independently manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• A flexible and enthusiastic approach with the ability to participate in a busy calendar of school and College events including evenings and some Saturdays
• A genuine passion for supporting young people and promoting educational opportunities

Why Choose This Path

Build a meaningful career in education and student engagement without:

• Sales-focused targets with little long-term impact
• Repetitive recruitment roles lacking variety
• Limited opportunities to inspire and influence young peoples futures
• Restricted career development and progression

A role that puts you at the heart of student recruitment and community engagement while offering variety purpose and the opportunity to make a lasting difference.

Make a move that truly pays off

If youre ready for a rewarding and impactful role where you can inspire future students build meaningful partnerships and help shape educational journeys across Wiltshire wed love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 21/07/26

Interview date: 11/08/26

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.

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

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.

INDMED

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.