South Bank Colleges is a vibrant and inclusive place to work, where staff are united by a shared ambition to transform lives through education. Rated Good by Ofsted in 2025, inspectors praised the college’s “strong culture of inclusion” and the way staff “foster an understanding of diversity” across all campuses. Adult learning was rated Outstanding, and learners spoke of the college as “an integral part of their journey in life.” With a broad curriculum offer, expert tutors and deep links to the local community and employers, South Bank Colleges is a rewarding environment for education professionals to thrive.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven Outreach and Student Recruitment Officer to join our Marketing team. This is a unique opportunity to help deliver a strategic and targeted outreach programme that drives student recruitment and strengthens the college’s presence across Lambeth and surrounding boroughs.
As the face of South Bank Colleges (SBC) for local schools and community partners, you’ll work on the ground to inspire the next generation of learners aged 14–18, showcasing SBC as a top destination for Further Education.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate and deliver a range of outreach and recruitment events both on and off campus, including school visits, careers fairs, and college open days.
- Build and nurture relationships with key stakeholders in local schools – from teachers and careers advisors to students and parents.
- Develop and implement the college’s annual outreach plan, ensuring its alignment with SBC’s growth and recruitment targets.
- Design subject-specific recruitment activities in collaboration with curriculum teams.
- Track and evaluate outreach impact, producing timely reports on applications, offers and enrolments.
- Produce engaging marketing and communications materials for students, parents, and educators.
- Support the planning and delivery of flagship events such as Year 11 Experience Days, Student Awards, and Open Days.
- Act as a brand ambassador for SBC, ensuring a high standard of customer service and consistent, inclusive messaging across all touchpoints.
This role is offered on a Permanent and Full time (36 hours a week) basis.
Closing Date: Tuesday 1st September 2026 23.59 pm
Interviews will take place on: 7th September
We are an inclusive and welcoming college that is highly responsive in meeting the needs of our students. Equality, Diversity and inclusion are central to our values and behaviours, and we seek applicants who are fully committed to enhancing our work in this area.
If you feel this is the right opportunity for you and you have the right skills and experience, we look forward to receiving an application from you.
Recruitment Process
The email account you use to apply will be used for recruitment communication. Please ensure that you use an email account that you regularly monitor.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.
SBC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Appointment to this post will be subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.