Please note a full application including a covering letter detailing your experience alongside a CV is required for applications to be considered. Please be advised applications made without providing a cover letter will not be accepted.

Fixed Term Contract- March 2027 (Maternity Contract)

Background of department/role

Play a crucial role in our mission to recruit and inspire the next generation of students to Canterbury Christ Church University.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a crucial role in how CCCU connects with future students, from their first encounter with us to their decision to apply. As Recruitment and WP Officer, you’ll be a key part of a team delivering activities that both widen access and directly contribute to student number growth.

You’ll use a targeted HITLIST of priority schools and colleges across the South East of England, applying an account management approach to build strong, lasting relationships with teachers, advisers and learners. Your work will ensure CCCU is visible, inspiring, and the first choice for students across our regions.

By combining inclusive outreach with focused recruitment activity, you’ll make a direct impact on applications and support our mission to open higher education to all.

Working closely with academic schools, marketing colleagues, and our events and enquiry conversion teams, you’ll help shape a joined-up approach to recruitment that is data-driven, impactful, and aligned to the University’s values, recruitment goals and Access and Participation Plan (APP).

What You'll Do

Build Bridges: Connect with schools, colleges and key stakeholders, developing partnerships that foster educational growth.
Inspire Change: Plan and execute outreach activities that motivate and support young learners, especially from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Enhance Engagement: Work within the School and College Engagement Team, contributing to student recruitment, digital communications, and more.
Drive Innovation: Be part of a programme that combines outreach, media relations, market research, and student ambassador interaction to revolutionise higher education access.

Who We're Looking For

Skilled Communicator: Exceptional oral and written abilities.
Tech-Savvy: Proficient in IT, MS Word, and Excel.
Organised & Efficient: Expert in managing your diary and workload.
Passionate Advocate for Education: Committed to making education accessible to all.

Why join us?

At CCCU you’ll be part of a dynamic team driving student recruitment at a pivotal moment for the University. This is more than an outreach role it’s about inspiring ambition, breaking down barriers, and helping students see CCCU as their future home.

You’ll bring creativity, leadership, and purpose to a role that combines people-focused outreach with results-driven recruitment. In return, we’ll support your growth and provide flexible working arrangements through our Smart Working framework. (Some evening and weekend working will be required due to the nature of recruitment events.

How will you work?

We are committed to supporting flexible methods of working wherever possible and this role is Flexible and connected (Professional Services).

Campus attendance will vary on a day-to-day basis and across the year but must purposefully align to the needs of our students, staff, and stakeholders.

It is expected that there will be a relatively even balance between time spent on and off campus; but in most cases the work location will be determined by the service required or the tasks/activities being undertaken.

This could be in schools and colleges or on campus delivering events or in the office working with the team.

How to apply

Start date for applications: 18/09/2026
Closing date for applications: 05/10/2026
Interviews are to be held: W/C 19/10/2026

If you require further information regarding the post please feel free to contact David Newell, Recruitment and WP Team Leader David.newell@canterbury.ac.uk (strictly no agencies, thank you)

Please note, Canterbury Christ Church University reserve the right to bring the closing date of this position forward where a high volume of applications is received.

Additional Information

Canterbury Christ Church University truly welcomes fresh perspectives and new voices. We want you to bring the real you to work, so we are committed to building a genuinely inclusive working environment where everyone is welcomed and where everyone can have a true sense of belonging. Our spirit of community will help us to eliminate discrimination and will enable us all to thrive in a culture that is underpinned by fairness and justice. We therefore seek people to join us who will proactively support and shape this aim and contribute in their own unique way. If this is you, then we are waiting to hear from you. #yourCCCU

Our University is deeply committed to shaping sustainable futures as a key part of its mission and values. If you share this passion, we encourage you to join us in making CCCU a more socially and environmentally conscious, sustainable place to study and work

Employment Visa Clarification: According to the UK Government Points Based System, this position does not fulfil the requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route application.

Please note applications must be made online via the University website; details sent directly via email cannot be considered.

Prior consideration will be given to applicants in the University’s redeployment pool. No agencies, thank you.