Recruitment, Engagement & Events Manager (Maternity Cover)
£31,456 to £34,366 gross per annum
Temporary to 31 May 2026 or the return of the post holder whichever is sooner
The Role
The Marketing Directorate at Blackburn College is driving growth through the delivery of a new transformative marketing strategy focusing on recruitment, relationships and reputation. We will deliver a new annual omni-channel campaign structure across further, higher, apprenticeship and adult markets delivering exceptional experiences for our prospective students. The Recruitment & Engagement Manager will lead and manage the delivery of the college’s external engagement with local schools, colleges and the wider community.
What are we looking for?
You should have a full Degree, or equivalent qualification, or significant work experience in a relevant area and a Level 2 Qualification in Maths and English.
You must have significant and demonstrable experience of working with young people in a community setting and within a secondary school environment, with recent experience and be an expert in the post-16 education and the options available to pupils after school. You should also have significant experience of delivering presentations and information to groups of people.
Blackburn College has nearly 700 people employed in a vast range of roles and feels more like a community than a workplace, and this sense of collaboration is just one of the benefits of working here. We strive to make our employee community a welcoming, caring, and enthusiastic one, fuelling ambition with opportunities and support to help us all achieve our personal and professional goals.
We are proud to offer the full range of qualifications that students need to fulfil long and valuable careers. With purpose-built facilities, excellent grades, expanding catchment area, and purposeful vision. We believe that attending college is about more than achieving a qualification and aim to give all learners an opportunity to develop their full potential in a friendly and supportive environment. There has never been a better time to join us!
What makes Blackburn College an Employer of choice?
You'll have access to a wide range of benefits and support, including, but not limited to:
• Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7/365 helpline for advice and support
• Regular Staff Physical Activity Sessions and reduced-price gym membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Family-friendly policies
• Free eye tests and contribution to VDU-use-only glasses
• Several food outlets with a variety of menu choices
• A full range of discounted professional Hair & Beauty services provided by the Academy Salon
• Professional bakery offering a variety of fresh breads, cakes, and ready meals.
Blackburn College values diversity and is committed to create a diverse workforce. Blackburn College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to a variety of pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references, medical clearance, and an enhanced DBS check.
Close date: 16/03/2025