Schools Liaison Officer (SLO)

Sidney Sussex College wishes to recruit a Schools Liaison Officer (SLO) to join the Admissions Office on a full time, permanent basis. Part of a team of four comprising the Admissions Director, Widening Access Manager and Admissions Officer, this post leads the work of the Admissions Office in dealing with prospective applicants, outreach and recruitment, and building positive links with schools and colleges.

The successful applicant will gain valuable experience of working in the field of Outreach. Key areas of responsibility include developing engaging online and in-person content for varied audiences, building links with schools including organising and hosting school visits, developing Sidney’s existing Admissions and Outreach social media channels (@ApplyToSidney), evaluating the College’s success in outreach and widening participation, and delivering College and University Open Days.

The position would suit a highly motivated and dynamic individual with good interpersonal skills, who has a “can-do” attitude, and who is able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team-oriented environment. Ideally, candidates will have had some experience of educational outreach.

This role involves 37.5 hours per week;  however, some flexibility will be required so that the post holder can deliver outreach events at appropriate times for the audience.  The salary is paid within the Sidney Sussex Salary Spine range points 15-26, currently equating to £28,450 – £32,129 per annum. 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 membership of the College gym.

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 be posted to the HR Department at Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge CB2 3HU.

The closing date for applications is Friday 29 May 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 a 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 achievement of the College’s mission that can be made by individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experience.