Some people prefer just routine and clear structure. Others enjoy more variety, people, and figuring things out as they go. If you’re in that second group, you’ll feel at home here.
The role
You’ll be speaking to a wide range of people, mainly school leavers figuring out their next steps, but also adults looking to train, upskill, or learn for fun across our higher education and part-time courses.
You’ll work as part of the marketing team to support how we attract and engage students across the college. In practice, a lot of your time will be spent working with local schools and supporting events, but you’ll always be part of the bigger recruitment picture.
You'll be joining a supportive team that values initiative, collaboration and fresh ideas, with the opportunity to shape and influence how recruitment activities are delivered.
What you’ll be doing
- Engaging with prospective students, parents and schools to promote the college and its opportunities
- Helping people understand their options and feel confident about their next step
- Representing the college at events, in schools, at other colleges, and on campus
- Keeping things organised behind the scenes so events run smoothly
- Working with colleagues across marketing, curriculum, and the wider college to deliver successful recruitment campaigns
- Spotting what could be improved and getting stuck in to make it better
The kind of person who does well here
- Reliable and Proactive
- Comfortable talking to anyone
- Some one that gets stuck in and works well as part of a team
- Quick to learn and apply what you pick up
Closing Date: Sunday 26th July 2026
Interview Date: Week commencing 10th August
College location: Primarily based at our Eastbourne Campus, with the opportunity to work regularly across our Hastings Campus as part of this cross-college role.
Annual salary: circa £29,900 per annum
(Subject to qualifications, skills and experience)
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year
In return, we can offer you:
A competitive FE salary, generous annual leave & pension, access to funded teaching qualifications, apprenticeships and a range of other training courses to support career development, as well as many other benefits.
To Apply and view the Job Description & Person Specification, please register or log in and complete the online form via the 'Apply' link below.
For any queries or to arrange an appointment to chat informally about the role please email [email protected]. Please note we are unable to accept CVs in place of an application under our obligations for Keeping Children Safe in Education.
OTHER INFORMATION
East Sussex College is a values-driven Further Education college with over 1,300 colleagues and 5,500 students across campuses in Eastbourne, Hastings, Lewes, and Newhaven. We offer a wide range of programmes including A Levels, T Levels, vocational courses, higher education, and adult learning.
Our ESC PROUD Values: Positivity – Respect – Opportunity – Unity – Diversity
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles require enhanced DBS checks and eligibility to work in the UK.
We are also committed to making our recruitment process accessible for all candidates. If you require adjustments or support to fully engage with any aspect of the process, please contact People Services at [email protected] and we will be happy to facilitate reasonable adaptations.
At East Sussex College, we celebrate individuality and strive for an inclusive, equitable workplace. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including Black and minority ethnic communities, people with disabilities and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Please note: Applications may be shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed.
Recruitment Agencies
We prefer to hire our people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we require additional support. We will be in touch if we need you.
