Schools Liaison Coordinator (Operations) (Part-Time)

Bournemouth University - Administration and Co-ordination

Location:	Bournemouth
Salary:	£25,733 to £28,381 per annum (pro rata) with progression opportunities to £30,805
Hours:	Part Time
Contract Type:	Permanent

Placed On:	27th October 2025
Closes:	14th November 2025
Job Ref:	POSN108921

About the role

This pivotal role supports the strategic goals of Bournemouth University’s Schools Liaison & Partnerships (SLP) Team by providing high-level operational and administrative coordination. The postholder will be instrumental in the seamless planning, execution, and evaluation of activities designed to inspire and engage target learners, contributing to the university’s student recruitment objectives and Access & Participation Plan (APP) commitments.

As the central point of contact and lead for all administrative processes, this role combines operational excellence with a proactive approach to identifying inefficiencies, enhancing team performance, and maintaining high standards across all engagements with internal and external stakeholders. The postholder will also be expected to lead on key problem-solving initiatives, particularly within event logistics, resource management, and process improvements.

This position does not meet the eligibility requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route within the UK Visa and Immigration service’s Points Based System. Therefore, BU will not be able to sponsor individuals who require permission to work to carry out this position. For more information, please visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job.

About the department

Our Marketing & Communications department is made up of experts in student recruitment, design, digital, PR, market research and more, all of whom work to support BU’s strategic plan. We work with senior stakeholders to influence recruitment targets and support the university in shaping our portfolio to optimise recruitment. We embed effective internal communications activity throughout the University to ensure academic and professional services staff are well equipped and informed.

About us

Bournemouth University’s vision is worldwide recognition as a leading university for inspiring learning, advancing knowledge and enriching society through the fusion of education, research and practice. Our highly skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the globe, who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives and experiences that help to build our global learning community.

BU values and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We seek a diverse community through attracting, developing and retaining staff from different backgrounds to contribute to inspirational learning, advancing knowledge and enriching society. To support and enable our staff to achieve a balance between work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.

A job description for this position is available at the top of this page. If you require this in a different format, please contact us at hrvacancies@bournemouth.ac.uk.