Student Recruitment Officer

At Kirklees College we are always looking for new talent, and welcome applications from all sectors. Whether in a teaching & learning role or in one of our specialised Business Support functions, you will be involved in nurturing and developing the next generation of construction workers, engineers, health workers and countless others. We are already a successful college, but we are continually striving to be better and do better - be part of our story!

In the role of Student Recruitment Officer you will predominantly be based at Waterfront Huddersfield and your focus will be on supporting the college in achieving student recruitment targets. This high performing team, with a strong reputation both internal and with external key stakeholders, has for the last 2 years consecutively smashed both activity engagement targets and recruitment targets.

• Lead on, and deliver, a focussed programme of activities to target markets.
• Maintain positive working relationships with a network of key stakeholders both within the college and externally.
• Attend careers conventions (evening) and return to school the following morning to deliver an engaging assembly as the public face of the college.

• Ideally qualified to Level 3 (or able to prove equivalent ability).
• Demonstrable experience of working with young people in an education setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively, engage with young people and their parents.
• Excellent IT skills and ability to multi-task to tight deadlines.
• Ability to demonstrate Kirklees College values of Kindness, Unity and Excellence.
• Willingness to travel across the locality; access to a car and business insurance is required.

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
• Role involves evening work at events, early starts for assemblies, and some Saturdays across the year for open days and enrolment.
• Role requires ability to drive and attend schools across 7 local authorities with promotional stands and information.

• Staff development opportunities include a mentoring scheme, financial contributions for external qualifications and skills development for current and aspiring managers.
• Benefits include an employee assistance programme, retail and leisure discounts and reduced Metro travel.
• We support flexible working and work-life balance, and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

• Closing Date: 27 March 2026
• Proposed Interview Date: 15 April 2026
• To apply (external and internal): download and complete the Kirklees College Application Form. Attach your completed form as your application.

If you have any queries about the role or the application process please contact us. Please check your emails regularly during the recruitment process (including spam/junk folders) as this is how you will be contacted after applying.

As an employer we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of sex, age, religion, race, marital status, disability status, sexual orientation, maternity or care leaver status. We are committed to flexible working and ensuring work-life balance and wellbeing. Any job offer is subject to pre-employment checks including a DBS check, online searches and references in line with Department for Education guidance.