Recruitment and Admissions Administrator (Permanent)


Company:	Edinburgh College
Salary:	£28,726 - £30,162
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Edinburgh, EH5 1QE
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	31 Jul 2026
Closing date:	16 Aug 2026

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Summary

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Recruitment and Admissions Administrator to join our Recruitment and Admissions team.

In this role, you will provide essential administrative support, ensuring the smooth running of recruitment and admissions processes while maintaining accurate student records and delivering excellent service to stakeholders in line with regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Provide efficient administrative support to the Recruitment and Admissions team

Maintain and update student records, ensuring data accuracy and compliance

Respond to enquiries from applicants, students, and internal teams

Support workflows, reporting, and system improvements

Assist with the coordination of internal and external events

Work collaboratively with departments such as MIS, Quality, and Curriculum

About You

Experience in a customer-focused or administrative role

Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with databases/CRM systems

Flexible and able to work across campuses and occasional events

Why Join Us?

Be part of a collaborative Student Experience team

Contribute to delivering an excellent admissions journey for students

Access to professional development opportunities

We operate a guaranteed interview scheme and open this to BME groups, people living with a disability, the care experienced and Armed forces veterans - if you meet the essential criteria, you will automatically be selected for an interview.

Please note that the successful candidate may be required to work at any Edinburgh College campus.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

Note for Internal Applicants - appointment into this role may be considered on a secondment basis. Prior agreement from your line manager is essential.

Readvertisement: Applicants who were previously unsuccessful need not reapply.

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