Uniconnect Aimhigher Progression Ambassador (052020-171)

We are looking for a recent graduate, who can help to ensure that BCU’s commitments to the Aimhigher UniConnect programme are met. The role will suit an enthusiastic self starter, who is keen to help support learners into higher education. Working within the wider Student Rrecruitment team, you will contribute towards the University's widening participation aims and promise to be "The University for Birmingham".

Based between two of our partner UniConnect schools and the office you will support to build, lead and manage a portfolio of partnerships with feeder schools and colleges.  The role will support the development and delivery of a broad portfolio of activity to targeted, under-represented groups who are UniConnect eligible.

The Aim Higher Plus graduate coordinator will work as a mentor and first point of contact to some of the most disadvantaged and disengaged young people in the West Midlands. The postholder will work 2 days in a week in 2 different secondary schools within the West Midlands areas, they will spend the other day of the week at Birmingham City University. The successful applicant will work first hand with a range of students to guide them through their school progression and encourage them to apply to Higher Education. The postholder will be responsible for liaising between University partners and the schools to ensure students are aware of the opportunities available to them through Aim Higher Plus and arrangements are organised so they are able to make the most out of all events.

The successful candidate will have experience of supporting in a mentor/ambassador role (or similar) within an education environment, enhanced by previous experience in customer services.

You will have excellent interpersonal skills, in addition to engaging presentation skills. Computer literacy and organisational skills are also key elements of this role. 

The post-holder must have a flexible approach to work, as evening/weekend work may occasionally be required.

This position is offered on a fixed term basis, with the UniConnect programme running until July 2021.

As part of your application, please ensure you attach your CV and Covering Letter. Candidates are advised to remove personal details from these documents, including name.

With around 24,000 students from 80 countries, Birmingham City University is a large and diverse place to study. We put students at the heart of everything we do, giving them the best opportunities for future success. The University has an enviable reputation for providing quality, student-focused education in a professional and friendly environment. Our superb courses, state-of-the-art facilities, first-rate staff, and focus on practical skills and professional relevance is producing some of the country’s most employable graduates. 

We put £270 million into the regional economy and support thousands of jobs in the area. We're investing £260 million in our estate, including a major expansion of our city-centre campus at Eastside, providing students with an enviable range of facilities. The Complete University Guide ranked us as a top 30 UK university for spending on facilities in 2015.

Our staff and student community is defined by our core values, which outline who we are as a University and how we will work with each other. Our core values are Excellence, People focused, Partnership working and Fairness and integrity.

Closing Date: 21 Jun 2020
Category: Admin/Clerical