Job Description

Department: Marketing, Student Recruitment & Admissions


Location: York


Salary: 26,942 to 29,179 per annum


Contract Duration: 31/07/2026


Closing Date: Wednesday 02 July 2025 at midnight


Interview Date: Thursday 24 July 2025


Reference: 092-25

Full time fixed term

Location: York

Salary: 26,942 to 29,179 per annum

Introduction to YSJ

Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider. Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.

The Role

Are you energetic, driven, and ready to inspire the next generation? Inspiring Choices is looking for a confident and motivated team player to join our team of Outreach Coordinators.


Inspiring Choices is a widening participation programme that offers impartial advice and guidance on the benefits and realities of all educational progression routes including doing an apprenticeship, going to college and/or university. It is part of a national programme called Uni Connect and is funded by the Office for Students.

Your Impact

As part of our outreach team, you'll work face-to-face with students across York and North Yorkshire. You'll plan and deliver exciting workshops, mentoring sessions, and events that open minds and raise aspirations. If you've ever wanted to lead, inspire, and make a real difference, this is your chance.

Required Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will be someone who:

Is passionate about supporting young people Enjoys speaking to groups and getting others involved Has experience (formal or informal) leading activities or working with schools, colleges, or youth groups Works well in a team and builds strong relationships Brings energy, creativity, and a can-do attitude

Whether you've worked in outreach before or just know you've got what it takes, we'd love to hear from you.

Further Information

The post will be based at York St John University with opportunity for home working and there is a requirement to work on a flexible basis, including regular travel to locations within North Yorkshire and occasional evening/weekends.


It is anticipated the selection process will involve a presentation and panel interview. Further information will be provided to shortlisted candidates.


If you would like to know more about this role, please contact Penny Garner, Outreach and Partnerships Manager at p.garner@yorksj.ac.uk


Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.


We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.

Application process support

We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process. Before starting your application please refer to the attached candidate application form guidance below which provides advice about completing the application process.


If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position please contact vacancies@yorksj.ac.uk. Within the application form there is an opportunity for you to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage of the process, however if you wish to discuss this in further detail at any point in the process please do not hesitate to contact us. The following resource may help you adapt the device you are using to apply to suit your needs My Computer My Way (abilitynet.org.uk)


Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form. Within the application process you will be asked to answer a selection of work-related questions. Our aim is to get to know you, and understand your individual skills and experience, and how you would apply these within the role. We are aware that AI can assist you with this, but we would prefer you to share your answers in your own words.

Our benefits package

We offer a wide range of employee benefits including -

Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants) Pension scheme Health Cash Plan after six months service Employee Assistance Programme Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software Relocation expenses package for certain roles Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role)

Further information about life at YSJ

Our attached 'further information' document below provides further information about our culture, achievements and testimonials from our employees.


Read more about our culture, inclusive community, working arrangements and benefits for York St John employees


Read the latest news, views and stories from our staff and students.


Read more about our commitment to managing and reducing our environmental impact and to promoting sustainable development wherever we can.

Closing Date -

Wednesday 02 July 2025 at midnight

Provisional Interview Date -

Thursday 24 July 2025