Student Recruitment Advisor (Maternity Cover)

Job Title: Student Recruitment Advisor (Maternity Cover)

Location: Coventry College

Contract Type: Part-Time Fixed-Term as related to Maternity Cover

Hours per Week: 22.5 hours

Hours: 8:30am 5:00pm on Wednesday Thursday and Friday

Salary: 21.229.69 to 21726.19 pro-rated (dependent on qualifications and experience) 25160 - 25664 per annum. Please note the salary will increase in line with Coventry College August pay award

Start Date: Monday 21 September 2026

About Us

Coventry College is a dynamic Further Education provider at the heart of the city offering high-quality vocational technical and professional education to learners of all ages from Entry Level to Higher Education. Since forming in 2017 weve been committed to helping individuals transform their lives and supporting businesses to growstrengthening the communities we serve. Our ambition is to help young people and adults to aspire to change their lives and those of their families. Through strong partnerships and a responsive inclusive curriculum we strive to deliver excellence in teaching and learning that evolves with industry needs and puts learners and employers in the best position for success. Recent investments in facilities including electric vehicle tech construction and digital skills ensure we stay at the cutting edge of industry needs.

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and professional individual to join our team in a key business support role. You will play an important part in helping the College run smoothly and efficiently contributing to the overall learner and staff experience.

Whether supporting students staff systems or services youll bring a positive approach and a strong focus on customer service teamwork and attention to detail. This is a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic forward-thinking college where your skills and contribution are truly valued.

The College is looking to appoint a part-time Student Recruitment Advisor with additional Receptionist Duties who will be responsible for providing an efficient and welcoming reception service for students staff and visitors to the College. You will also be required to operate the Colleges switchboard postal services and to assist with other clerical duties. You must have experience of customer facing roles and ideally have reception switchboard and/or clerical experience.

This role is expected to be front of house particularly during the mornings supporting enquiries and general visitor traffic. Activity may reduce in the afternoons allowing the focus to shift to student recruitment duties.

Requirements

Must-Have:

Minimum of Level 2 qualification or equivalent competency in Communication/Literacy and Numeracy/Maths or willingness to achieve in a specified timescale

Experience of dealing with people in a customer facing environment

Experience of reception and/or clerical experience

Knowledge of computer systems

What we offer

Free on-site parking including EV charging points

Excellent pension scheme with defined benefits (LGPS)

Access to continued professional development and training opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support

Employee discount scheme offering savings on retail travel and more

This role is eligible for Blue Light Card (BLC)

On-site refectory serving a variety of food and drink options

Discounted hair and beauty treatments at our in-house salon

Staff recognition and award schemes celebrating your achievements

A supportive inclusive working environment

What we offer

Free on-site parking including pay-as-you-go EV charging spaces

Excellent pension scheme with defined benefits (LGPS)

Generous annual leave entitlement

Access to continued professional development and training opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support

Employee discount scheme offering savings on retail travel and more

This role is eligible for Blue Light Card (BLC)

On-site refectory serving a variety of food and drink options

Discounted hair and beauty treatments at our in-house salon

Staff recognition and award schemes celebrating your achievements

A supportive inclusive working environment

How to Apply

To apply please complete our online application form which is designed in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance.

Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

We do not accept unsolicited agency applications. We will contact preferred agencies if their support is required.

Safeguarding

We are actively committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and any vulnerable groups within the College community. We value our diverse College community and are actively committed to promoting equality and diversity in all areas of college life and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As part of our shortlisting process you will be asked to complete a self-declaration of your criminal record or information which may make you unsuitable to work with children in addition we carry out an online search to help identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online.

The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.