Wiltshire College & University Centre have an exciting opportunity for a Director of Marketing, Admissions and Communications to join their team.

Location: Flexible Working (across all four main campus locations)

Salary: £56,445 – £61,522 per annum (Director Grade 1, 2 or 3) (Dependant on skills, qualifications & experience)

Job Type: Full-time/ Permanent

Close Date: 3rd of May 2024

About Us:

Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshire’s economy, inspiring people to develop the skills they need to achieve. Our four main campuses are learning hubs in their communities, and we aspire to be an outstanding, financially robust and commercially agile provider, achieving our clear social mission on behalf of learners and employers across Wiltshire and beyond. Our turnover is £42 million per annum and growing, we employ some 650 staff, and support around 11,500 students.

Director of Marketing, Admissions and Communications – The Role:

Following the promotion of the current postholder, we are currently seeking a highly ambitious Director of Marketing, Admissions and Communications. The role is focussed on delivering sustained growth and enhancing our reputation in line with our strategic plan.

We have a clear vision to be recognised as providing outstanding education, delivering the skills needed locally and for the wider region. Working with the Deputy Principal Corporate Resources and the wider Senior Leadership Team you will be responsible for continuing to improve our corporate communications and brand, both internally and externally. You will have accountability for the marketing, admissions, schools liaison and reception teams across all our college sites.

You will be provide inspirational leadership to the wider team and college, capitalising on opportunities to grow our provision and providing innovation in our communications. You will be expected to work at pace within a dynamic team to meet the needs of the local and regional economy.

Director of Marketing, Admissions and Communications – You:

– Degree level qualification in relevant subject or equivalent knowledge/experience

– Strong CPD and development in relevant fields

– Proven experience leading Marketing, Communications, or Admissions provision, including staff development

– Current knowledge of 14-19 and post-19 curriculum delivery and student needs.

– Understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, Health & Safety, and Equality & Diversity legislation

– Experience leading multi-disciplined teams, including performance management

– Understanding of student retention, behaviour, and attendance issues, with strategies for improvement

– Track record of identifying growth opportunities and effective implementation

– Improvements in communications and brand transferable to Wiltshire College Group

– Excellent external communication skills to meet local skills and education priorities

– Confidence in devising marketing strategies collaboratively

Director of Marketing, Admissions and Communications – Benefits:

– Generous annual leave allowances (35 days per year plus bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period)

– Great Local Government or Teacher’s pension scheme

– Access to an Employee Assistance Programme

– Complimentary onsite parking

– Membership to the Edenred Benefits platform with exclusive discounts

– Electric Vehicle scheme

– Cycle to Work scheme

– Continuous professional development opportunities

– Free access to college gyms

– Discounted prices at our training restaurants and hair and beaty salon

Application Process:

To submit your application for this exciting Director of Marketing, Admissions and Communications opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now.

Applications close on the 3rd of May 2024.

Interviews will take place w/c 16th of May 2024.