Access and Outreach Officer

The Access and Outreach Team offers a range of programmes that support people from under-represented groups and promotes progression to higher education for an ever more diverse student body.  You will play a vital part in the University’s Access and Outreach strategy and will be integral to ensuring the University meets the aims, objectives and targets as set out in the University strategy and Access and Participation plan. You will focus on the delivery of existing widening participation programmes and will support the development and delivery of new and exciting initiatives.  You will also take responsibility for several projects that add-value to our broader suite of access and outreach work.

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Widening Participation Coordinator

The main focus of the role will be coordinating widening participation (WP) activities planned and delivered in partnership with academic Departments to support the University’s progress against its Access & Participation Plan.  You will work with a range of individuals, primarily academics and prospective students but also key influencers such as teachers and parents/carers, employers and alumni, and with colleagues from Professional Services and Faculties.  Responsibilities will include developing and delivering events, creating resources and ensuring that all activity is impactful and effectively evaluated.

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Director of Student Recruitment and Admissions

You will lead the development and execution of the University’s recruitment and admissions strategy, driving the growth and diversity of the student body. You will oversee a high-performing team, working closely with key stakeholders across departments to enhance outreach, streamline admissions processes, and ensure a seamless experience for prospective students.  As a senior leader, you will be responsible for shaping the future of student recruitment, leveraging data and insights to make informed decisions and ensure alignment with institutional goals.  Please note that this role requires travel of 4-6 weeks per year, allowing you to build relationships and enhance their recruitment efforts globally.

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Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

You will provide academic and strategic leadership that supports an inclusive, respectful and intellectually open community.  This role is central to delivering the EDI Strategy, Race Equality Charter commitments and their values: Integrity, Inclusion, Curiosity and Collaboration. Youwill lead institution-wide work to embed inclusive practice across teaching, research and operations, and will: shape and deliver the EDI Strategy and oversee the Race Equality Charter action plan; support inclusive and equitable approaches to learning, teaching and assessment; champion intersectional thinking and remove systemic barriers to belonging; influence senior decision-making across governance bodies; lead and mentor the EDI Officers and RCA BLK, and act as senior sponsor for staff and student networks; support policy development on equality, freedom of speech and academic freedom; maintain a 20% research profile in EDI, belonging or related fields. They will work closely with colleagues across the College, including the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Education & Student Success), Director of People & Culture, Associate Deans, Heads of Programme and the Students’ Union.

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