Admissions Officer

Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge is seeking to appoint an Admissions Officer. This post reports directly to the Admissions Director. Working with the Admissions Director and Directors of Studies, and supported by the Tutorial Assistant, the role Admissions Officer manages a complex annual admissions cycle. 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 and positive 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 £34,686 - £40,536 per annum (dependent on experience). Some flexibility is required at the busier points in the admissions cycle and will involve working on the occasional evening and/or weekend.

The successful applicant will have experience as an administrator managing complex tasks to tight deadlines, preferably in the education sector. They will have strong interpersonal and excellent IT skills, as well as being highly literate and numerate. You will need to be able to work independently, use discretion, and prioritise work, and communicate effectively with a wide range of people.

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.

In order to apply, please 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.

The closing date of application is midday Monday 23 March 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.