University Partnership Co-ordinator

Temporary until April 2027

About the Role

Working under the direction of the School College Partnership (SCP) Manager, the University Partnership Co-ordinator will ensure an effective and comprehensive advice and support service for Higher Education students and staff whilst supporting a proactive liaison with our university partners.

The post holder will ensure the co-ordination and oversight of all processes for our tertiary education partnership activity across all academic faculties and related professional services teams.

Key Responsibilities

· Provide a professional, highly visible, accessible and responsive service to HE students, ensuring regular contact and promotion with college HE students using a variety of methods including face to face, telephone, emails and social media.

· In liaison with tertiary education partners and internal stakeholders, provide high quality support and advice throughout the Higher Education student’s journey, from pre-entry through to progression to a positive destination.

· Work effectively and efficiently across the campuses to ensure a student led and centred service to all.

· Support the provision and delivery of university partnership events, UCAS related workshops and assistance to students progressing to university.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

• HND (SCQF Level 8) or equivalent qualification
• Experience of Higher Education within an education setting
• Knowledge of university application, progression and articulation processes
• Knowledge of student funding in the tertiary education sector
• Proven experience of creating and maintaining external relationships that demonstrate positive outcomes relevant to tertiary education sector.

Desirable:

• Corporate Parenting / Safeguarding training
• SCAPP Accreditation
• Administration of a SharePoint system
• Experience of working in widening access and/or articulation in the tertiary education sector

Skills and Attributes

• Essential:
• Positive attitude to Equality & Diversity
• Effective organisational and planning skills to ensure effective and efficient use of resources to meet deadlines
• Ability to maintain accurate and relevant documents and records to a high standard
• Desirable:
• Effective interpersonal / communication skills working with senior management
• Digital Skills including SharePoint administration

Please refer to the job description which details the full description of the key responsibilities and person specification.

Application Process

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Internal staff should also follow the above guidance.

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is 1 July 2026.