We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly organised Student Recruitment & Outreach Coordinator to join our Student Recruitment, Outreach & Events team within Marketing, Recruitment & Communications (MRC). This role will provide maternity cover for an established member of the team and is expected to be available from late November 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering Bournemouth University’s student recruitment, outreach and widening participation activity, working directly with prospective students, schools, colleges and other key influencers to inspire and support young people as they consider their future options.
You will coordinate and deliver a varied programme of workshops, presentations, events and other activities for a range of audiences, both on campus and in schools, colleges and other external settings. You will represent BU locally, regionally and nationally, providing engaging and accessible information about higher education and the opportunities available at Bournemouth University.
Alongside delivery, you will take responsibility for specific events and projects, working with colleagues and external partners to plan activity from initial concept through to successful delivery. You will build strong relationships with schools, colleges and other stakeholders and help ensure our programme remains responsive to the needs of our audiences and aligned with the University’s student recruitment and widening participation priorities.
We are looking for someone with strong communication, presentation and organisational skills, experience of delivering engaging activities for children or young people, and the confidence to build effective relationships with a wide range of people. You will be comfortable managing competing priorities, taking ownership of projects and adapting your approach to different audiences and situations.
Experience of student recruitment, outreach, widening participation, education or events would be beneficial, but most importantly you will bring enthusiasm for working with young people, a commitment to safeguarding and excellent service, and a proactive, collaborative approach.
This is a varied and hands-on role which will involve regular travel and some evening and weekend working. It would suit someone who enjoys combining direct engagement with young people with event and project delivery, and who is motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to students’ choices and their journey into higher education.
About the department
About us
Bournemouth University’s vision is worldwide recognition as a leading university for inspiring learning, advancing knowledge and enriching society through the fusion of education, research and practice. Our highly skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the globe, who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives and experiences that help to build our global learning community.
BU values and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We seek a diverse community through attracting, developing and retaining staff from different backgrounds to contribute to inspirational learning, advancing knowledge and enriching society. To support and enable our staff to achieve a balance between work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.
More than just a job! Working for BU provides you with access to a fantastic range of benefits.
Core Package:
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PAY– a competitive salary with opportunities for pay progression |
PENSION– a valuable defined benefit pension with generous employer contributions |
HOLIDAY– Annual leave entitlement of 30 days plus bank holidays and winter closure (pro rata if part time) |
WORK LIFE BALANCE –flexible working arrangements including opportunities for hybrid working and flexitime (role dependant) |
You will also have access to a wide range of voluntary benefits:
- Health & Wellbeing: Employee assistance programme, dental care scheme, health cash plan
- Financial & Discounts: Discounts including a reduction of fees for family members who study at BU
- Travel: Cycle to work scheme, secure bike stores, showers and lockers, free bus travel between campuses, discounted bus travel
- Sports & Activities: Sport BU has a wide range of activities which staff can access
- Family: Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, on-site nursery with discounts for BU staff
- Modern, vibrant campus locations: Bright and flexible work and meeting spaces, with on-site food outlets and coffee shops
A job description for this position is available at the top of this page. If you require this in a different format, please contact us at [email protected].
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