School Engagement Officer
Hours: 20 Hours per week / 36 Weeks per year
Working pattern: 5 hours over 4 Days
Salary: £10,866 Actual / £25,425 FTE
Are you passionate about inspiring young people and helping them make confident decisions about their future? Do you enjoy building relationships, delivering engaging presentations, and working in a dynamic, people‑focused environment?
We are looking for a School Engagement Officer to join our Marketing team and play a key role in promoting Newbury College to local schools and the wider community. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic, organised, and confident working with young people.
As our School Engagement Officer, you will:
• Identify, plan and deliver a range of outreach activities in local schools, including assemblies, careers fairs, workshops, taster sessions and campus tours.
• Proactively contact schools to drive interest and generate engagement opportunities.
• Build strong, positive relationships with key school contacts such as Heads of Year and Careers Leads.
• Maintain accurate records of school engagement activity and support regular communication with schools.
• Support the planning and delivery of open events, taster days and on‑campus workshops.
• Prepare and distribute event materials and resources for internal and external events.
• Work with curriculum teams to capture student case studies and success stories.
• Act as a friendly, professional ambassador for Newbury College and UCN within the community.
This role is perfect for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a busy environment, and wants to make a real difference to young people exploring their post‑16 options.
We’re looking for someone who is:
• Friendly, approachable and confident when speaking to groups of young people.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
• A strong communicator who enjoys building relationships.
• Proactive, enthusiastic, and willing to learn.
• Comfortable using Microsoft 365, especially PowerPoint and Excel.
Essential Requirements
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent), or willingness to achieve this.
• Full UK driving licence or ability to travel independently to local schools.
• Experience in a customer‑facing role or working with young people.
• Experience in administration or communications.
About Newbury College and University Centre Newbury
We are a dynamic further and higher education institution located in the heart of West Berkshire, recognised for our forward-thinking approach and commitment to student success. Our campus is a hub of creativity and innovation, and our mission is "creating opportunities to transform lives", which we achieve through unparalleled support for our students and ongoing professional development for our staff. By joining us, you will be part of a team dedicated to making a significant impact in the community.
What we offer
Financial Benefits:
• Competitive salary reflective of experience and commitment to educational excellence
• Teaching Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
Health and Wellness:
• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme
• Occupational Maternity Pay Scheme
• On-site gym membership at an annual fee of £20
• Wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Scheme and other activities and facilities
• Free Annual Flu Jab
Professional Development:
• Development opportunities through workshops, training, and courses
• Professional development tailored to further qualifications and career advancement
Work-Life Balance:
• Term Time only working
• Flexible working options to ensure a healthy balance between professional and personal life
Campus Amenities and Discounts:
• Free onsite parking
• Access to a corporate discount scheme
• Discounts on hair and beauty treatments at the Newbury College salon
• Good value food and drink at the Street Café
• Discounted childcare at the on-site nursery for staff (operated by a third party)
• Staff recognition awards; celebrating the excellence in all we do
• Staff Summer Event
If you are excited about the prospect of making a significant impact on our students’ careers in our role of School Engagement Officer, we would love to hear from you.
We understand that no candidate will perfectly match every qualification or criterion listed. If your experience differs from what we've outlined but you believe you can contribute to this role, we encourage you to apply!
If you're interested in this position, please apply below or send your CV to recruitment @newbury-college.ac.uk as an expression of interest. Please note that applications must be submitted through our website.
Safer Recruitment
At Newbury College we are committed to following Safer Recruitment Guidelines
• Pre – Recruitment Process: Candidates will be subject to an online search. Applications must be completed in full with a complete employment history (With any gaps reasoned) and qualifications listed. Incomplete applications will not be submitted for shortlisting.
• Interview Stage: Candidates will be required to provide Right to Work documentation and an overseas check/Code of conduct certificate (if applicable), any convictions must be declared and consent to obtain a DBS Certificate and PLR Record will be requested .
• Successful Candidates: A share code will be required for Non-British citizens and further documents may be needed. A barred list check will be carried out. We also require a minimum of 2 references and an Enhanced DBS check
Safeguarding Statement
Our college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
We value and embrace diversity, recognising the contribution individuals from different backgrounds can bring to our organisation. We are ‘Disability Confident Committed’ and expect all our employees to share this commitment. We are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all appointments are subject to satisfactory clearances including enhanced DBS checks.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the set closing date if we receive a good level of applicants. To avoid disappointment, we would advise that you complete your application in full, rather than saving and returning to complete at a later date.