School Outreach Officer

As our student numbers increase and we continue to diversify our programmes and portfolio, we are looking for high-calibre people to join our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team as a Schools Outreach Officer.

This role presents a chance to work in a newly forming role. As the Schools Outreach Officer, you'll be an integral part of the Widening Participation (WP) team. Here, you'll engage directly with school and college pupils, aiming to enhance their understanding of higher education and bolster social mobility, particularly among those underrepresented in university settings. You will contribute to the design and delivery of programmes that aim to raise pre-16 attainment and future university enrolment. Key responsibilities include managing relationships with schools, colleges and external organisations across a designated geographical area, as well as  booking and delivering outreach activities both within educational institutions and on our campuses. Additionally, you'll contribute to broader initiatives such as open days, supporting our Domestic Student Recruitment Team.

As our Schools Outreach Officer, you will:

• Develop relationships with schools, colleges and external organisations
• Design outreach sessions and events
• Book and deliver outreach activities with schools and colleges
• Attend a range of higher education fairs in schools and colleges
• Support the preparation and delivery of Domestic Student Recruitment (DSR) activities

We are looking for people who are/have:

• The ability to create high quality sessions and resources
• Proficient in delivering interactive presentations and workshops to diverse audiences
• Interpersonal abilities to develop effective working relationships with people
• Organised and are able to work independently
• A full driver’s license, access to a car, and are willing to do frequent travel to schools both local to the Manchester campus and within the surrounding counties

Benefits

On top of a competitive salary, we provide a generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days, and there’s a rewards package that includes:

• Private Medical Scheme and Life Assurance
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Training and Qualifications (including Course Sponsorship/Fee Discount)
• Season Ticket Loans and Student Discounts

At The University of Law, you will work alongside other like-minded professionals who are passionate about driving innovation in higher education and delivering successful outcomes for our students.

Our Approach

Diversity, Inclusion and Flexible Working:

We are committed to ensuring our workforce is reflective of our diverse student population, striving to increase the representation of age, disability, gender identity and expression, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background of our employees.

We’re also committed to providing adjustments to those who may require support with the recruitment process - please contact the ULaw Talent Acquisition Team talentacquisition@law.ac.uk.

Please note: For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK - if in doubt please visit the following link Employers' right to work checklist - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Please note we are not a licenced sponsor.

Working Hours: 35 hours per week

Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract covering Maternity Leave

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