Admissions Officer

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications, experience, knowledge and memberships required for this job have also been included.

School of Veterinary Medicine and Biosciences.

The first new School of Veterinary Medicine in Scotland for 150 years.

Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) has developed an innovative new School of Veterinary Medicine & Biosciences. We have a clear ambition to 'promote the resilience of our graduates to sustainably support the animals and rural communities at the heart of Scotland's Natural Economy'.

Wayne Powell, SRUC Principal and CEO.

We are an ambitious institution with a bold vision for the future. This is a ground-breaking model to expand access to educational opportunities and broaden the range of potential students who would not ordinarily be able to attend a School of Veterinary Medicine. It will also help solve existing skills shortages across Scotland.

The Opportunity:

We're seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Admissions Officer to join our Admissions team in Aberdeen.

As the first point of contact for many applicants, you'll provide guidance, coordinate admissions processes, and ensure a positive experience for prospective veterinary students from application through to enrolment.

You will be responsible for maintaining accurate records and reporting throughout the admissions cycle, undertaking compliance checks to ensure quality and transparency, and liaising with prospective students and a range of internal and external stakeholders. Your contribution will help ensure SRUC's application and admissions processes remain sector leading.

Minimum Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, you will be educated to SCQF Level 7 (HNC) or possess equivalent relevant experience gained in an administrative or customer-focused environment.

Eligibility for Sponsorship:

Please note that this position does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship.

Why work for SRUC?

• Generous annual leave
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted RAC Membership
• Generous family leave
• Hybrid working solutions (in some areas)
• Tailored investment in and individuals' learning and development

SRUC is committed to valuing Diversity, advancing Equality and respecting Human Rights throughout the organisation and encouraging applications from disabled people using the "Disability Confident Employer" symbol. SRUC is a member of the Athena SWAN charter.

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