Widening Participation Programmes Officer

4 weeks ago

Nottingham, United Kingdom University of Nottingham Full time

The University of Nottingham is looking to appoint a Programmes Officer to join its Widening Participation team. This is a varied and rewarding role that combines programme and event planning with front-line delivery and prospective student support.

You will devise, coordinate and deliver activities, and support with collecting feedback and contribute to continuous improvement of the programmes. You will provide support to prospective students as they undertake the UCAS process,  signposting them to relevant services, as needed. You will work with Student Ambassadors, academic colleagues and student support services to ensure a joined-up approach both on the programmes and as participants transition to the University of Nottingham.

As our Widening Participation Programmes Officer, you will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as well as keen attention to detail. You will have the ability to deal with sensitive issues in an appropriate manner, collaborating with a network of contacts to resolve them. You will be experienced in delivering presentations, in person and online, and organising events of different scales for varied audiences. Your IT skills will underpin every aspect of the role, allowing you to complete tasks effectively and efficiently, using software tools to automate large aspects of the administration of programmes. 

In the Widening Participation team, our outreach work is predominately with groups that are under-represented in higher education, to raise aspirations and remove preconceived barriers to learning. Our team deliver sessions to primary, secondary aged children and mature students to provide insight into University life and show that anyone has the opportunity to continue study after school. 

At the University of Nottingham, we aim to give you all the support you need to nurture your talent, develop and reach your professional and personal career goals. We are committed to providing competitive employment packages whilst supporting the well-being of our staff to help them reach their full potential. As a University employee, you will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including leading fitness and health facilities, staff discounts and travel schemes, along with a generous holiday allowance and a highly attractive pension scheme.

This is a permanent post.  Hours of work are full-time (36.25 hours) ; however applications are also welcome from candidates wishing to work part-time (minimum 29 hours per week). Please specify in your application if you wish to work part time and the number of preferred hours. Job share arrangements may be considered. 

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Elizabeth Tomlin, elizabeth.tomlin@nottingham.ac.uk Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

It is a condition of this post that satisfactory enhanced disclosure is obtained from the 'Disclosure and Barring Service'.

£28,152 to £34,500 per annum (pro-rata if applicable) depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.

  • Widening Participation Programmes Officer

    1 month ago

    Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom University of Nottingham Full time

    The University of Nottingham is looking to appoint a Programmes Officer to join its Widening Participation team. This is a varied and rewarding role that combines programme and event planning with front-line delivery and prospective student support.You will devise, coordinate and deliver activities, and support with collecting feedback and contribute to...

  • Widening Participation Administrator

    3 months ago

    Nottingham, United Kingdom Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust Full time

    The Widening Participation Administrator is central to the Apprenticeship programme administration activities of NUH. Widening Participation involves engaging with local people who may not consider employment in the NHS, to provide guidance on all of the opportunities that NUH as an employer provides. An especially important activity is the engagement of...

  • Primary and Partnerships Officer

    4 days ago

    Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom The University of Nottingham Full time

    Job Summary:The University of Nottingham is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Primary and Partnerships Officer to join its Widening Participation and Outreach team. This is an exciting opportunity to engage with young people, increase their awareness and understanding of higher education, and support their aspirations for the future.Key...

  • Primary and Partnerships Officer

    4 days ago

    Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom The University of Nottingham Full time

    Job Summary:The University of Nottingham is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Primary and Partnerships Officer to join its Widening Participation and Outreach team. This is an exciting opportunity to engage with young people, increase their awareness and understanding of higher education, and support their aspirations for the future.Key...

  • Widening Participation Administrator

    5 months ago

    Nottingham, United Kingdom Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts Full time

    Undertake other administrative duties as necessary, including dealing with enquiries from staff and members of the public, on the telephone and face to face. Provide administrative support for regular meetings, as defined by the Apprenticeships and Widening Participation Lead. Embrace the opportunity to attend events both internal to the organisation and...

  • Student Recruitment Outreach Officer

    1 month ago

    Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom University of Nottingham Full time

    Location Kings Meadow CampusWe are looking to appoint a Student Recruitment Outreach Officer to join our Post 16 team within Widening Participation and Outreach at the University of Nottingham. This is a varied and rewarding role that combines working with 16-18 year olds and mature students at schools and colleges across the UK, with programme and event...

  • Programmes Officer

    3 months ago

    Nottingham, United Kingdom Ignite Futures Ltd Full time

    **Ignite! Job Pack: Programmes Officer** **Core details** **Job Title**:Programmes Officer **Accountable to**:Programmes Manager **Location**:Nottingham **Contract type**:Fixed term and Part time (12 months and 3 days per week) **Salary**:Officer Band (Spinal point 1 £22,814), pro-rata. **Background** Ignite! has a long and distinguished history as...

  • Student Recruitment Outreach Officer

    2 months ago

    Nottingham, United Kingdom University of Nottingham Full time

    Location Kings Meadow Campus We are looking to appoint a Student Recruitment Outreach Officer to join our Post 16 team within Widening Participation and Outreach at the University of Nottingham. This is a varied and rewarding role that combines working with 16-18 year olds and mature students at schools and colleges across the UK, with programme and event...

  • Primary and Partnerships Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Nottingham, United Kingdom University of Nottingham Full time

    Area: Widening Participation & Outreach Location: Kings Meadow Campus Closing Date: Monday 16 September 2024 Interview Date: Monday 30 September 2024 The University of Nottingham is looking to appoint a Primary and Partnerships Officer to join its Widening Participation and Outreach team. This is a fantastic opportunity to engage young people in learning,...

  • Project Support Officer

    3 months ago

    Nottingham, United Kingdom Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust Full time

    The overall aim of this role is to support the delivery of the Digital Programme. The Programme Management Office provides management and support to the Digital Services directorate’s programme and its projects, providing professional management-related advice and guidance to the directorate and the Trust. Digital Services has adopted ‘Managing...

  • Participation Coordinator

    3 months ago

    Nottingham, United Kingdom Framework Housing Association Full time

    PARTICIPATION COORDINATOR, CHANGING FUTURES (LIVED EXPERIENCE TEAM), NOTTINGHAM, PERMANENT, 37 HPW, FRWK08 £23,430 - £25,292 Are you passionate about helping people who use services to have a say in how those services are developed and delivered? What is Changing Futures? Changing Futures Nottingham is one of 15 partnerships across the country working...

  • Development Programme Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Nottingham, United Kingdom Nottingham Community Housing Association Ltd Full time

    We have an exciting opportunity to join the Development team. If you are looking for a new role in a great organisation with lots of variety, this could be the role for you!The Development Programme Team provides effective financial services to the Development Department along with managing the new build development in accordance with the business plan and...

  • Care4notts Project Coordinator

    3 months ago

    Nottingham, United Kingdom NHS Nottingham & Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board Full time

    We are currently looking for an ICS Care4Notts Project Coordinator to support the ICS People and Culture function. The ICS People and Culture Function are looking to improve the workforce experience via a variety of different programmes including system portability, cultural development, inclusion and belonging, plus many more. We are keen to bring the...

  • Probation Services Officer

    3 months ago

    Nottingham, United Kingdom HM Prison & Probation Service Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 307027**Salary**: - £23,637 - £29,046- A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%**Job grade**: - Other- NPS Pay Band 3 National**Contract type**: - Permanent**Type of role**: - Operational Delivery**Working pattern**: - Full-time, Job share, Part-time**Number of jobs available**: -...

  • Programmes Coordinator/Facilitator

    5 days ago

    Nottingham, United Kingdom Social Interest Group Full time

    ABOUT THE ROLEWe are seeking a Programmes Coordinator/Facilitator to join the Safe Ground team in HMP Lowdham Grange, Nottingham and take the lead in the effective setup, delivery, and evaluation of Safe Ground's programmes. The role involves delivering arts-based interventions aimed at supporting participants in their personal development, family...

  • Programmes Coordinator/Facilitator

    3 days ago

    Nottingham, United Kingdom Social Interest Group Full time

    ABOUT THE ROLEWe are seeking a Programmes Coordinator/Facilitator to join the Safe Ground team in HMP Lowdham Grange, Nottingham and take the lead in the effective setup, delivery, and evaluation of Safe Ground's programmes. The role involves delivering arts-based interventions aimed at supporting participants in their personal development, family...

  • Safer Streets Youth Listening Coordinator

    3 months ago

    Nottingham, United Kingdom Nottingham Trent University Full time

    **Working with communities to deliver meaningful change**: **Doing things differently.**: **Safer Streets Youth Listening Coordinator**: £31,607 - £36,371 per annum (pro rata) Full time/Fixed term - 10 month contract **About the Role**: We are seeking to recruit a dynamic individual to coordinate a youth listening campaign in the Nottingham communities...

  • Finance Officer

    3 months ago

    Nottingham, United Kingdom Elevate Supported Living Full time

    Elevate Housing and Supported Living services provide both standard and enhanced therapeutic supported living homes. We are an approved provider and specialise in mental health, learning disabilities and complex needs. Our holistic and therapeutic model focuses on a person centred approach and consists of supported employment, training and social...

  • Graduate Sport Engagement Assistant

    1 month ago

    Nottingham, United Kingdom Nottingham Trent University Full time

    Be part of something bigger. Doing things differently. NTU Sport are committed to having 70% of students engaged in sport and physical activity by . Join us on our mission. Graduate Sport Engagement Assistant (Participation & Inclusion)  Grade E (£26, - £28, p.a. pro rata) Full time, 12 month fixed term contract Please note,...

  • Development Programme Officer

    16 hours ago

    Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom Nottingham Community Housing Association Ltd Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Development Programme Officer to join our team at Nottingham Community Housing Association Ltd. As a key member of our Development team, you will play a vital role in assisting with the management of our development programme and delivery of financial services to ensure all departmental objectives...