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- Annual Salary: £27,570
- Location: London
- Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
We are seeking a motivated University Access Officer to join our client's team in London. This role involves direct interaction with students to support their journey towards making successful university applications. The ideal candidate will be passionate about education and have a strong commitment to helping students achieve their potential.
Day-to-day of the role:- Work directly with students in a professional and safe manner.
- Engage with students in school and enrol them onto the programme.
- Assess student progress towards making successful university applications.
- Upload information onto the Salesforce database; training will be provided.
- Collaborate with school staff to ensure cooperation and timely completion of activities for the smooth running of the programme.
- Chair and present at termly school meetings with Senior Management to report on programme progress.
- Support the volunteering team by helping to deliver tutor training sessions and attending university site visits, which occur on occasional Saturdays and weekday evenings (compensated with paid time off).
- Additional responsibilities as deemed necessary by The Access Project’s Programme Managers or Director.
- Ability to communicate and influence effectively at all levels.
- Strong project delivery and administration management skills.
- Excellent time management abilities.
- Capable of leading and managing change to embed the programme in school.
- Resilient, adaptable, and skilled in building and maintaining excellent relationships.
- Demonstrated commitment to upholding values and behaviours of good conduct.
- Proven ability to take action to keep young people safe and raise concerns.
- 25 days annual leave per annum (pro rata) plus Bank Holidays and Christmas closure.
- Access to PerkBox for nationwide shopping discounts, gym memberships, holidays, and more.
- Employee Assistance Programme with a 24-hour helpline.
- Online Medical assistance – access to a qualified GP 24/7, with same-day referrals and prescriptions.
- Interest-free travelcard loans.
- Travel allowance for expenses over £10 per day, where applicable.
- Cyclescheme loans.
- 3 paid Volunteering Days per year.
- Employer’s pension contributions (3%).
- Comprehensive CPD options.
- Flexible working arrangements upon request.
Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this University Access Officer.
This is an excellent opportunity for professionals dedicated to making a significant impact in the educational sector and supporting students in their academic and personal growth.
