School Liaison Officer

School Liaison Officer Jobs in Trowbridge, UK at Wiltshire College & University Centre

Location: Cross College/Trowbridge

Salary: £18,597 rising to £18,988 per year (Full time equivalent £25,304 rising to £25,835 per year)

Do you have experience working with young people, schools, events, recruitment, or customer engagement? Or perhaps you’ve developed strong communication and relationship‑building skills in an education, marketing, or customer‑facing role and are looking for your next challenge.

Whether you’re an experienced school liaison professional or looking to build on your existing skills, this is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and forward‑thinking college.

At Wiltshire College & University Centre, you’ll play a key role in delivering the College’s student recruitment strategy. As an ambassador for WCUC, you will coordinate and deliver a wide range of outreach and engagement activities, ensuring prospective students and their support networks receive high-quality information, advice, and guidance to make informed decisions about their post‑16 education.

By building and maintaining strong relationships with schools, careers advisers, and other key stakeholders, you’ll help raise awareness of our provision, inspire future students, and position WCUC as the destination of choice for post‑16 education. This is a rewarding role where your enthusiasm, creativity, and excellent interpersonal skills will make a meaningful difference to individuals, schools, and communities across Wiltshire and beyond.

Contract Type:
Permanent, Part Time 29.6 hours per week, Term Time Only 36+4 weeks per year

Year‑Round Employment: (Full time equivalent £25,304 rising to £25,835 per year)

• Local Government Pension Scheme – a strong, secure foundation for your future
• Generous Holiday Entitlement – 30 days paid annual leave plus 8 paid bank holidays
• College closure and wellbeing days – including a 2-week paid Christmas closure
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential wellbeing, legal, and financial support
• Free On‑Site Gyms – available across multiple campuses
• Lifestyle Discounts – savings on retail, technology, travel, and leisure
• Cycle‑to‑Work Scheme – save money while staying active
• Professional Development – ongoing training and career progression opportunities
• Additional Perks – discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and reduced attraction entry
• A rewarding role with benefits that support your wellbeing, career development, and future.

• Coordinate and deliver the College’s school liaison and outreach programme
• Build effective relationships with schools, careers advisers, and other key stakeholders
• Deliver assemblies, presentations, workshops, and careers‑related activities to prospective students
• Represent the College at careers fairs, parents’ evenings, open events, and recruitment activities
• Organise and support campus tours, taster sessions, and student engagement events
• Work closely with Marketing and Student Recruitment teams to promote the College’s courses and opportunities
• Support and coordinate student ambassadors at recruitment and outreach activities
• Maintain accurate records of outreach activities and engagement outcomes
• Contribute to student recruitment targets and raise the profile of the College across Wiltshire and beyond
• Support wider Growth & Engagement activities, including events and community engagement opportunities throughout the year

• A Level 3 qualification or above, or relevant professional experience
• Experience in education, recruitment, events, marketing, customer engagement, or a similar role
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Strong relationship‑building and organisational abilities
• Confidence engaging with young people, parents, carers, and external stakeholders
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and CRM/database systems
• The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines
• A flexible and enthusiastic approach, with the ability to participate in a busy calendar of school and College events, including evenings…

Title: School Liaison Officer

Company: Wiltshire College & University Centre

Location: Trowbridge, UK