Student Recruitment Schools and Colleges Outreach Officer

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Join Our Student Recruitment & Outreach Team! 

About the role:

Are you passionate about education, events, and making a real impact on future students' lives? We’re looking for a organised and people-focused professional to help shape the future of student recruitment at the University of Plymouth. 

As a key member of our Outreach & Recruitment team, you’ll:

  • Design and deliver inspiring events both on campus and virtually, that connect with students, parents, teachers, and advisors.
  • Lead priority recruitment projects, bringing creativity and precision to every detail.
  • Build strong relationships with schools, colleges, academics, and partner organisations.
  • Support students in making informed choices about university life. 

This is a fixed-term contract up until 1st September 2026, covering maternity/adoption leave within the team.

To ensure we maintain a safe and supportive environment for everyone we work with, this role requires:

  • Enhanced Adults DBS clearance
  • Health surveillance with our Occupational Health team 

For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Matt Gough:by email at matt.gough@plymouth.ac.uk

Working Arrangements:
This is a hybrid role - you’ll be based on campus 3 days a week, with the flexibility to work from home when business needs allow. You’ll also need to be ready to travel and occasionally work evenings and weekends to support key events and outreach activities. 

What we’re looking for:

This role is perfect for someone with a background in teaching, training, outreach or marketing communications, who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You will also bring: 

  • Experience in customer service, admin, and event planning
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills, including presenting with confidence
  • A proactive mindset with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong relationship-building skills with a diverse range of stakeholders
  • Numeracy and literacy at secondary education level (or equivalent demonstrable experience)
  • Educational attainment at higher education level (or equivalent demonstrable experience)
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and databases

For more information about the job and the person specification, please refer to the job description. 

About us:

For more information on Student Recruitment and Creative Services please visit our dedicated webpage at https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/schools 

Application Process:

Please apply online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement. 

Following the closing date of the vacancy, you will be notified on the outcome of your application in due course. 

Anticipated Interview Date(s): Anticipated Interview Date(s): Monday 10 November 2025 

Our Offer:

When joining us, you will receive: 

  • Generous annual leave: 25* Days Annual Leave (pro rata if part-time) plus Bank Holidays* & Closure Days*
  • Generous pension scheme
  • Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Development opportunities
  • Enhanced family leave
  • Flexible working
  • Retailer discounts
  • On-site nursery 

*Pro rata if part-time 

A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here.

Additional Information:

The University of Plymouth is an inclusive community where everyone is welcomed regardless of their background. To find out more about our inclusive community initiatives, such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter, please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages. 

Closing date: 30/10/25

£26,707 to £29,588 per annum - Grade 4

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