At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage and recruit prospective students from Iran and maintain strong relationships with them.
- Company: Join Ashbourne, a top private college for A levels in the UK.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, travel opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for long-term position and career growth in a diverse community.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' lives while enjoying a dynamic and informal culture.
- Qualifications: Fluency in Persian and sales experience required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
We are seeking a motivated and charismatic individual who is fluent in all aspects of Persian to join our admissions team on a part-time/full-time basis. This role will primarily focus on student recruitment, with particular emphasis on engaging prospective students from Iran and other Persian-speaking countries. The ideal candidate will have sales experience and be willing to travel to Iran on a regular basis.
Beyond recruitment, this role involves maintaining strong relationships with the students you have recruited, as well as their families, once they join Ashbourne. The successful candidate will help ensure a consistent cohort of 20+ Iranian nationals at the college while fostering a welcoming and supportive environment.
About Ashbourne:
- Established over 40 years ago, Ashbourne has become one of the best private colleges for A levels in the UK.
- Distinguishing itself in many ways, including exam results, individual attention and facilities.
Ethos and culture:
- At Ashbourne there are no uniforms, no assemblies, no school dinners and the relations between teacher and student are informal, vital and strong.
- This type of relationship is encouraged by the lack of formality and the opportunities for engagement provided by small classes.
- All students are expected to work hard and do their best to achieve their potential.
About the College:
- Sixth form college – almost all of Ashbourne’s students are at A level and chosen to come because they want a more grown-up approach to education, with more freedom and more responsibility.
- Academic performance – consistently either first or second among competitor private colleges in London.
- Individual attention – supported by small class sizes which enable students and teachers to engage and be engaged.
- Welfare – many students succeed at Ashbourne because we offer support and strictly forbid any excessively bad behaviour, bullying or other forms of abuse.
- Location – situated near Kensington Gardens, Ashbourne has a spectacular location and is within easy reach of London’s myriad cultural opportunities.
- Ashbourne community – 70% British with sometimes up to 50 different nationalities.
- Academic opportunities – The range of subjects highlights the diversity of talents, ambitions and personalities of its students.
- Extra-curricular opportunities – Including Model United Nations, Astrophysics and the Ashbourne Revue of dance, drama, music and fashion.
- Intensive courses – Most students are engaged in 2 year A level courses but the college has offered specialist one year intensive courses and eighteen month courses beginning in January for both GCSE and A level since it began.
- Scholarships – Among all private schools Ashbourne has one of the most generous scholarship programmes.
- Happiness – Students support each other. There are no cliques, snobbery and everyone should be able to find their niche.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Student Recruitment
Admissions Officer for Iran employer: Ashbourne College
Ashbourne College is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and dynamic work environment, perfect for those passionate about education and student engagement. With a strong emphasis on employee wellbeing, professional development, and a vibrant community culture, staff enjoy unique benefits such as flexible working arrangements, subsidised gym memberships, and opportunities to participate in enriching student activities. Located near Kensington Gardens, the college offers a culturally rich setting that enhances both personal and professional growth.