Education Liaison Adviser in Stafford

Join Kingston University as an Education Liaison Adviser and support diversity and inclusion across our student recruitment and admissions processes.

Overview

We are seeking an Education Liaison Adviser to join the Education Liaison and Outreach Team. Working in collaboration with colleagues in the team and across Kingston University, you will develop, deliver and evaluate a range of high‑quality activity focused on supporting groups underrepresented in Higher Education to access university, specifically those outlined in our Access and Participation Plan and Schools and Colleges Strategy.

Projects include subject specific activity and events, plus sustained activity working with target groups, that will be delivered to target schools, colleges and community groups on campus, at external sites (e.g. in school) or virtually. This role also involves developing and maintaining relationships with various internal and external stakeholders, including faculties, target institutions and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, deliver and evaluate high‑quality outreach activity to support under‑represented groups in higher education.
• Plan and lead subject‑specific events and sustained engagement initiatives with target schools, colleges and community groups.
• Build and nurture relationships with faculties, target institutions, external partners and community organizations.
• Analyse data to evaluate the impact of projects in line with targets outlined in the Access and Participation Plan.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables to ensure work is completed on time and to a high standard.
• Represent the Education Liaison and Outreach Team at internal and external meetings and events.

Qualifications

• Degree level education or equivalent experience, preferably in higher education.
• Strong understanding of widening participation practice and the challenges faced by under‑represented student groups.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and presentation skills.
• Demonstrable project management and organizational skills.
• Strong IT and analytical skills, with confidence interpreting data to measure impact.

Job Details

• Location: Kingston Hill, Penrhyn Road, Kingston University
• Contract: Fixed Term Contract (12 months)
• Hours: 37 per week
• Salary: £39,407 to £43,835 per annum
• Posted: 26/11/2025 – Closing: 04/01/2026

About Our Team

The Student Directorate aims to deliver a seamless, high‑quality experience for all current and future students. The Student Recruitment and Admissions team focuses on achieving recruitment targets and ensuring a first‑class applicant experience.

Interviews

Interviews will take place in person on Thursday, 15 January 2026.

Application

To apply click on ‘Apply Now’. If you require an alternative format for accessibility reasons, email jobs@kingston.ac.uk or call the HR Shared Services team on 020 8417 3118.

Our Commitment to Diversity

We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities. Every staff and student identity, background and experience contributes to our inclusive community.

Eligibility

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.