Student Recruitment Officer

Join an 'Outstanding' Team in the Heart of Durham

Are you an energetic and passionate professional who thrives on helping young people reach their full potential? Durham Sixth Form Centre is looking for an exceptional Student Recruitment Officer to be the welcoming face of our school.

About the role

As a pivotal member of our dynamic Student Recruitment Team, you will guide approximately 1,800 prospective students as they transition from secondary school into post-16 education. This is an incredible opportunity to provide bespoke, face-to-face guidance that empowers applicants to find their perfect subject combination.

What makes this role exciting?

• Champion Aspirations: Help students navigate complex A Level and Applied General pathways to match their career goals.
• A "Mini-University" Experience: Work in a vibrant learning environment that blends history with state-of-the-art facilities.
• Collaborative Mission: Join a supportive team that is genuinely ambitious and driven by the purpose of transforming lives through education.
• National Reputation: Be part of an institution that holds the Investors in People: Platinum award and ranks in the top tier nationally for student results.

We are looking for someone who:

• Inspires confidence and puts prospective students at ease during 1:1 interviews.
• Communicates with impact, presenting with clarity and passion to large groups.
• Delivers with precision, managing recruitment data and administrative cycles with exceptional organizational skill.
• Shares our unwavering belief in inclusive success for every young person.

Why choose us?

• Be part of an Investors in People: Platinum Employer of the Year 2025 organisation.
• We are a flourishing high-performing sixth form where students achieve and exceed their potential.
• Be part of a team that's ambitious, supportive, and driven by purpose.
• Benefit from personalised CPD, leadership coaching, and genuine career progression.

Join Durham Sixth Form Centre as a Student Recruitment Officer. Support and inspire the next generation of post-16 students in a nationally recognised, high-performing sixth form. We are located in the heart of Durham, just 20 minutes from Sunderland and 30 minutes from Newcastle city centre.

Durham Sixth Form Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.