Admissions Officer

Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge is seeking to appoint an Admissions Officer. This post manages a complex annual admissions cycle in collaboration with the Admissions Director, Directors of Studies and the Tutorial Assistant. Often the first point of contact for teachers, parents and applicants, you will provide information, advice and guidance, evaluate processes and procedures, and ensure the smooth running of an essential function of the College.

This is a full time, permanent post involving 37.5 hours per week.  The salary is based between points 30 to 36 on the Sidney Sussex salary spine, currently equating to £35,727 - £41,752 per annum.  Some flexibility is required at the busier points in the admissions cycle (October-January and August) and will involve working on the occasional evening and/or weekend.

The successful applicant will have experience managing complex administrative tasks to tight deadlines in the education sector. They will have strong interpersonal and excellent IT skills, as well as being highly literate and numerate. You will also need to be able to work independently, use discretion, prioritise your work, and communicate effectively with a wide range of people. Strong preference will be given to applicants with experience of the Cambridge undergraduate admissions process – either from within a Cambridge College or as part of the central University – and who are able to join the College by the 15th of October.

Benefits include an annual leave entitlement of 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays, a contributory pension scheme provided by the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS), free College meals when on duty and free College gym. The College is also closed over the Christmas period.

To apply, complete and submit an application form with a covering letter outlining your suitability to HR@sid.cam.ac.uk by the closing date below.  Alternatively, applications can by posted to the HR Department at Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge CB2 3HU.  Sidney Sussex College wants to meet the aims and commitments set out in our Equal Opportunities Policy.  This includes not discriminating under the Equality Act 2010.  Please complete the Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form to help us understand the diversity of our job applicants.  Completing this form is voluntary.  The information provided will be kept confidential.  None of the information you provide will be linked to your application.

The closing date for applications is midday Monday 21st September 2026, but the College may close applications early if sufficient applications are received.  Interviews are expected to take place week commencing Monday 28th September 2026.  Any offer of appointment is subject to the receipt of two satisfactory references; verification of identity and qualifications; and eligibility to work in the UK and satisfactory DBS check.

Sidney Sussex College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes diversity amongst its students, staff, Fellows and visitors, recognising the particular contributions to the achievements of the College’s mission that can be made by individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experience.