Group Student Recruitment Officer (Maternity Cover)
| Company: | Education Training Collective |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £27,093.54 to £27,851.90 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Stockton on Tees, TS23 3HB |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 5 Nov 2026 |
| Closing date: | 18 Nov 2026 |
Summary
About the Role
We’re looking for a Group Student Recruitment Officer to join our Marketing and Recruitment team reporting to our Group Student Recruitment Team Leader.
As a Group Student Recruitment Officer, you will:
· Drive student recruitment to meet and exceed college enrolment targets.
· Build and maintain strong relationships with schools, prospective students, parents, advisers and external partners.
· Organise and deliver recruitment events, outreach activities and promotional opportunities to raise the college’s profile.
· Provide high-quality Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) to prospective students, working closely with curriculum and support teams.
· Deliver excellent customer service through effective communication, accurate administration, problem-solving and teamwork.
Who We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate will be organised, proactive and customer focused, with excellent IT and problem-solving skills. They will have the ability to work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, alongside strong communication and interpersonal skills. A willingness to learn, develop, and contribute as part of a team is essential. We can offer the successful candidate the opportunity to work and develop within a supportive and motivated team committed to continuous improvement.
Previous experience in a recruitment, customer service, sales, marketing, or education environment would be beneficial, however this is not essential as full training will be provided. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work and develop within a supportive and motivated team committed to continuous improvement.
Why Join Us?
We are proud that 87% of our employees tell us that Etc. is a Great Place to Work. Here is a snapshot of what you can expect, for further information about all our benefits please see our employee benefits
· Generous annual leave entitlement (34-43 days per annum, depending on role and length of service) and up to 5 additional days leave at Christmas.
· Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with 14.2% Employer Contribution
· 2 Wellbeing days per year, paid days off that empower our employees to recharge, reflect or simply enjoy time as they choose- because your wellbeing matters.
· Access to a number of other employee benefits including, a comprehensive Health and Wellbeing programme, Virtual Online GP access 365 days per year, employee assistance programme, discounts at high street and online retailers, free on-site parking, plus many more.
· You will have the opportunity to work across our fantastic sites and make use of our modern facilities, including discounted or free access to one of our on‑site gyms (depending on location).
Our Commitment to Inclusion
As a public sector organisation, we value the diversity of the communities we serve and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, respect and support. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
Schedule
• Monday-Thursday 8.30-16.45
• Friday 8.30-16.15
• Flexible lunch breaks
• Evening and weekends, you will be given time in lieu
Ready to Apply?
If you demonstrate a strong commitment to delivering exceptional support services, uphold the principles of inclusion, and wish to join an Outstanding college within a progressive and supportive group, we encourage you to apply.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is midnight 18th November 2026
Disclosure and Barring Service
Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide details of all unspent convictions and any convictions that are not eligible for filtering, prior to the interview date.
Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure.
If you are unsure whether you need to disclose criminal information, you may wish to seek independent advice from:
• Visit Nacro | email helpline@nacro.org.uk | call 0300 123 1999
• Visit Unlock | phone 01634 247350 | text 07824 113848
Further information on filtering and protected offences is available on the Ministry of Justice website
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB)
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. For more information, please see our EDIB policy
Right to Work in the UK
All applicants must provide valid proof of their right to work in the UK, in line with The Education Training Collective’s statutory employment checks. Employment cannot commence or continue unless this has been verified.
Visa Sponsorship
The Education Training Collective offers visa sponsorship only for a small number of specific roles, where it is considered appropriate and necessary to meet service needs. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is not applicable to most roles.
Our recruitment principles are based on fairness, transparency, and a commitment to developing local talent. Sponsorship will only be offered where there is clear, evidenced justification, such as:
• Significant recruitment difficulties, or
• The need for specialist skills unavailable in the local labour market.
Where an individual cannot demonstrate a valid right to work in the UK, and visa sponsorship is not appropriate, justified, or approved, we will be unable to progress or continue the appointment. This includes situations where an existing employee’s visa expires and sponsorship is not granted.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is a key priority for the Group. We have robust policies and systems in place to ensure a safe environment for learners and staff, including our responsibilities under the Prevent Duty.
To read more, please visit Safeguarding
Accuracy and Use of AI Tools:
You must ensure that anything submitted in your application is factually accurate. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own. Whilst we accept candidates may use AI tools within job applications; submissions must be truthful and relevant to your own experience.
Applications
· CVs and late applications will not be accepted
· No agencies, please
· All applications must be completed via our website
Essential requirements
Qualifications and Experience: Good general education E English and maths at level 2 E Degree (or equivalent) D IAG Level 4 Qualification D Relevant job-related training or qualification indicating level of competence D Working successfully in a recruitment / sales environment E Experience of/knowledge of training for adults (particularly FE) D Experience and knowledge of the issues related to working with adult referral agencies D Experience and knowledge of the issues related to working with young people/schools D Knowledge, skills and abilities: Highly developed interpersonal skills E Confidence and capability to respond effectively and in a timely manner to requests from internal teams and external organisations E Ability to establish effective working relationships with staff at all levels across the college and with outside agencies E Flexibility and a capacity to work under pressure and to meet targets and achieve goals successfully E An appreciation of current developments in the post-16 education sector E Ability to sell / recruit E Ability to work independently in response to targets E Ability to respond pro-actively to challenging targets E Ability to identify and map client requirements to appropriate college provision, personnel and specialist areas D The ability to work effectively within a team E Ability to build positive and responsive relationships with college curriculum teams E Attitude & Behaviours An understanding of Safeguarding and a commitment to creating and maintaining a safe environment for all learners. E An appreciation of Equality & Diversity within the workplace and a commitment to actively support and implement the college’s Equal Opportunities policies E Commitment to long term success of the College and a personal vision which relates to this E Other: Often out of office, flexible hours (own transport) E Attendance at external events and meetings where necessary E Current clean driving licence E
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