Job Title: International Officer – Global
Location: Sixth Form Campus
Salary: £13,914.69 - £16,046.44, £28,602.41 - £32,984.34 Full Time Equivalent per annum
Hours of work: 18 Hours per week, 52 Weeks per year, Part-Time, Permanent
About us:
At City of Portsmouth College, we aspire to be the employer of choice in the Portsmouth area, with a progressive, supportive, and rewarding workplace culture and one that offers competitive benefits for its staff. By joining us, you will personally be part of the change we are driving and will play a pivotal role in supporting the growth and development of our brilliant students, turning them into future leaders and innovators. Everyone at the College is part of the bigger picture and together, each role makes an impact and in turn a difference to our students learning journey.
We have an unrivalled curriculum of courses on offer for students of all ages and stages covering A-levels, Apprenticeships, Vocational & Technical courses. We also offer Higher Education, Online learning and Community courses that appeal to the needs of the local community.
What we offer:
- Annual Leave: 25 days total and closure for winter shutdown period in line with Hampshire County Council school holidays & statutory bank holidays
- Pension: Generous Local Government pension. Further information can be found at www.hants.gov.uk/hampshire-services/pensions/local-government
- Learning & Development: Programmes by The Community Adult Education Department
- Staff Development: Access to the College staff development programmes and CPD
- Onsite Discounts: City of Portsmouth College Hair Salon & 50% off at the City of Portsmouth College Sports Centre
- Online Discounts: Unidays, Student Beans, and Totum with a City of Portsmouth College email address
- Parking: Free car parking across all campus sites (apart from Arundel)
- Blue Light Card: providing several discounts for clothing, electrical goods, food and days out, even concert tickets!
About the role:
As the International Officer for Global you will be responsible for recruiting students (of non-UK origin) into our mainstream courses at the Sixth Form Campus and to provide on-going support to students whilst they study at the College.
The role requires strong stakeholder management skills, liaising with parents, students, agencies and staff to deliver a high-quality international student experience, alongside prior experience in international programmes and a busy office environment. Candidates must be confident using IT, able to work independently, and demonstrate high reliability with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Recruit and support international students, managing relationships with global recruitment agents and enquiries across phone, email, and in-person channels.
- Assess applications, determine eligibility, and coordinate admissions processes including interviews, enrolment, and offer/acceptance communications.
- Act as a key liaison across departments (Admissions, Finance, Safeguarding, Curriculum, etc.) to ensure a smooth student journey.
- Manage student records, payments, and reporting, including maintaining databases, tracking fees, and producing data insights.
- Coordinate homestay accommodation, enrolment periods, and deliver a vibrant social programme for international students.
- Promote the College globally, support international visits, contribute to marketing materials, and provide ongoing pastoral and safeguarding support (including helpline rota)
To be successful in this role, below is what we would need from you:
- A good standard of Maths and English
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and confident in the use of IT systems
- Experience of having run or assisted in the running of an International Student department, preferably within the FE or HE sector
Diversity and Inclusion:
Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are central to the work of City of Portsmouth College. This underpins the vision of the College to transform lives through providing exceptional education and training.
The College’s commitment to Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is reflected in the continued successful promotion of these strands through the curriculum, enrichment activities, and the range of direct and indirect student support services.
Pre-Employment Checks:
The City of Portsmouth College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our college. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and two references.
We reserve the right to close the job advert when we have had successful applications, and it may not run for the full duration of the advert. We do not accept CVs from agencies for these roles.
