Admissions Lead

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Admissions Lead to join our dedicated Student Recruitment team and play an integral part in ensuring that the Admissions and Enrolment process at the college is completed efficiently and accurately.

As the Admissions Lead you will have operational oversight of the admissions and enrolment team and have responsibility for all aspects of the customer journey from application to enrolment.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensure the team have the latest information and training to provide information to enquires and applicants
• Engage with student recruitment and keep warm communications/campaigns
• Liaise with Heads of Department to ensure all recruitment activity: interviews, applicant days and enrolment sessions are well planned and executed in line with the Team’s KPIs
• To have specialist knowledge and responsibility for key areas of the college / the recruitment function e.g.

o  Immigration –VISA checking

o  FE – Internal Progression, enrolment, ESFA compliance, Funding, student finance, course requirements etc. as well as AEB funding and specialist knowledge

o  HE – OFS compliance, student bursaries, internal progression, enrolment, access and widening participation requirements as well as managing the UCAS cycle

o  Initial teacher training – DfE requirements, Business requirements, ESFA compliance, start dates etc.

• Track, input and report on recruitment targets
• Be expert in all funding streams and ensure the wider team are well trained in order to provide correct advice and guidance at all stages of the recruitment process
• Responsible for the coordination and processing of student applications across levels and subject areas is fully accurate
• Responsible for decision-making and notification of offers, including conditions for entry based on agreed criteria/entry requirements

Hybrid working is negotiable for this role. This means you may be able to work a proportion of your time on campus and some remotely. We are open to discussing this with you during the application process as we recognise the benefits and importance of an environment that supports flexible working.

The Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will be learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values.

Education & Training

• Maths (Grade C or above / Grade 4 or above)
• English (Grade C or above / Grade 4 or above)
• Level 3 qualification relevant to the role.

Experience

• Working in a student facing environment
• Experience of working within busy business unit with other members of a team
• Experience of customer service
• Experience of process and procedures within an educational establishment e.g. DBS checks, NARIC etc.
• Experience of giving initial advice and guidance to new students
• Specialist experience of FE, HE, ITT & Apprenticeships processes and legislative requirements
• Specialist understanding of enrolment requirements for FE, HE, ITT & Apprenticeships

For an informal discussion about the role, please email recruit@bradfordcollege.ac.uk

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest and number of applications so early application is advised.

Bradford College

At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.

Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. Undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications to distance learning and short community courses.

We aim to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference in the lives of everyone at Bradford College.

Benefits of working at Bradford College:

• Generous annual leave entitlement – equivalent to 30 days of holidays, plus bank holidays
• Additional college closure days, including 2-week Christmas closure
• Local government pension scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution
• Annual salary reviews
• Career progression opportunities – 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
• Free sports and gym facilities
• Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
• Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders
• Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
• Discounts on greener travel – cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
• Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa
• On-site dining facilities, including our award-winning Grove restaurant
• A host of training development opportunities
• Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
• The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.

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*If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.

Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken for this post including a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please note that social media checks will also be undertaken during the recruitment process.

Please be aware it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children and vulnerable adults.