School and College Liaison Officer
Salary: £29,180 per annum
Full-time, one-year fixed-term position
36.25 hours per week
Downing College is seeking a full-time School and College Liaison Officer to join the Tutorial and Admissions Team. The postholder will be required to represent the College when interacting with schools in relation to access and widening participation, especially in Cornwall, Devon and Dorset, and must be willing/able to travel to schools and events in these areas, and more widely, if required, across the UK.
The work has a significant volume of administrative tasks and requires working to very strict deadlines. The role therefore requires a high level of organisational and administrative multitasking skills, including the ability to plan, prepare, and run a number of activities and events - both in person and online, produce reports and prepare and present statistics during the course of the year. The role also requires the postholder to oversee the appointment, training and oversight of Student Ambassadors.
About Downing College and the Tutorial and Admissions team
The College’s aim is to help all students to develop their academic ability and personal potential during their time here. Our annual intake of undergraduate students is currently in the region of 135 and we have approximately 1000 undergraduate and postgraduate students on our roll at the current time. The College is also composed of approximately 57 Fellows and 210 non-academic staff. We pride ourselves on being a friendly and informal community for Fellows, staff and students alike.
The Tutorial and Admissions Office at Downing College is an excellent pathway to a career in University administration. The work in the Tutorial & Admissions Office involves engaging with various partners across the University. It is wide ranging and diverse and is a way to develop knowledge and skills, creating the opportunity to actively contribute to an evolving and exciting environment in which to develop or build upon a career in the University Sector.
The Tutorial and Admissions Team is responsible for providing a professional, comprehensive and supportive tutorial and admissions service for the College. As part of this remit, the members of the team are responsible for dealing with both undergraduate and postgraduate admissions, all tutorial matters and providing administrative support to undergraduates, postgraduates, supervisors, Directors of Studies and Tutors. The Senior Tutor, Professor Guy Williams, is responsible to the Governing Body for all aspects of the educational and welfare provision of the College. The administrative team is led by the Academic Registrar.
Details of the role
The role of School and College Liaison Officer is a for a one-year fixed term post, with the possibility to apply to extend for a further year. Applications are invited from candidates who wish to work on a full-time basis, equivalent to 36.25 hours per week.
There may be a need to work additional hours or on occasional weekends.
The successful applicant, if not available to start immediately, would be required to engage in a number of events and training days prior to taking up the post.
The salary for this role is £29,180 per annum (Step 35 on the College Salary Scale).
With regard to holidays, candidates should note that it is normal practice for these to be taken outside of Full Term when possible. It would also not be expected for the postholder to take any holiday when involved in the UG Admissions process, normally from October to December.
In addition to the salary, we offer an attractive benefits package. Please see the advert attachment above for a full list. (Please note that these benefits are non-contractual and may be amended or withdrawn at our discretion.)
Application Process
To apply for this position click “Apply Now” at the top of this page to complete an application form. You are able to upload your CV in support of your application.
Closing date: Friday 19 June at 5.00pm. Please note that the closing date for this post may be brought forward if there is a high volume of applicants.
We anticipate that interviews will be held during the week commencing 29 June 2026.
Applications are welcomed from a broad range of backgrounds.
All applicants will be contacted once shortlisting has taken place.
The successful applicant will be asked to complete an Enhanced level DBS check. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK.
Applicants who declare a disability will be offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for the job.
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For further information or in event of queries, please contact the HR Office:
Tel: 01223 334820
Downing College, Cambridge, CB2 1DQ
