About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an Education Liaison Assistant to join our Student Recruitment team. In this role you'll work closely with schools and colleges, delivering engaging presentations, workshops and information sessions that inspire students to explore their higher education options and generate interest in Edge Hill University. Representing the University at careers fairs, exhibitions and recruitment events regionally and across the UK, you'll provide tailored advice and guidance to a wide range of audiences.

A key part of the role will be developing and strengthening relationships with schools and colleges beyond the North West, working with key contacts to create impactful programmes of activity that raise awareness of Edge Hill University and encourage applications.

This an ideal role for someone who enjoys a varied role, travel and building meaningful partnerships.

This is a role where you can see the direct impact of your work on the University's success. You'll benefit from comprehensive training, ongoing professional development opportunities and clear progression pathways within the team and wider department.

As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to redeployment, please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any stage of the recruitment process if a suitable redeployee is identified.

Please note this role is currently only open to Edge Hill University staff members in a substantive post.

For informal enquiries about this vacancy, please contact Thomas Heyes, Education Liaison Manager: Heyest@edgehill.ac.uk 

About You

As Education Liaison Assistant you will be an enthusiastic and confident communicator who enjoys engaging with people from a variety of backgrounds. Whether you're presenting to a large group of students, speaking with teachers and advisers, or representing the University at a busy event, you will have a strong ability to build rapport and deliver information in an engaging and approachable way.

You'll be highly organised, able to manage competing priorities and work independently while maintaining excellent attention to detail.

A flexible approach is essential, as you'll regularly travel across the North West and further afield, with occasional evening and weekend work.

Most importantly, you'll be motivated by the opportunity to make a real difference to students' futures, helping them navigate their higher education choices while acting as an ambassador for Edge Hill University.

Please note that as part of this role, we will be required to an obtain an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check including a check of the Children’s barred list, prior to your appointment.

At Edge Hill University we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.

Rewards & Benefits

• A minimum of 35 days annual leave per annum, pro rata (inclusive of bank holiday and University closure days)
• Discounted membership to our onsite state-of-the-art sport and leisure facilities
• Staff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and more.
• Employee assistance programme with access to free confidential counselling sessions, legal & financial advice, and health & wellbeing resources
• A wide range of development programmes to enhance your career
• Beautiful award-winning on-campus working environment.
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme

About Us

At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we’ve been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before.

Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too. So, if you’ve ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.

Because for us education isn’t about how much you take in. It’s about what you take out into the world.

Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885, Edge Hill University is “A great success story… an institution that improves and impresses year after year” – Times Higher Education.

Closing Date: 04 Sep 2026

Department: Support

Salary: £26,093 to £28,031 per annum
Permanent

As an Accommodation Officer at Edge Hill University, you will play a key role in delivering an excellent residential experience for our students. Working within the Facilities Management Accommodation team, you will provide a visible, proactive, and student-focused service that helps create a safe, inclusive, and supportive living environment.

You will act as the main point of contact for students within your allocated area, supporting their transition into university life and helping to build strong residential communities. The role involves managing accommodation services, supporting student engagement, coordinating key processes such as room allocations and transfers, responding to accommodation issues, and working with colleagues to deliver a high-quality student experience.

You will work closely with teams across the University and external partners to support student wellbeing, resolve issues effectively, and contribute to a positive campus community that helps attract, retain, and support students throughout their university journey.

As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to redeployment, please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any stage of the recruitment process if a suitable redeployee is identified.

For informal enquiries about this vacancy, please contact Bryan Tyrer, Accommodation Manager at Tyrerb@edgehill.ac.uk

About You

We are looking for an approachable, proactive, and customer-focused individual who is passionate about supporting students and delivering excellent service. You will have experience in a customer-facing environment, strong communication skills, and the ability to build positive relationships with a diverse range of people.

You will be organised, adaptable, and confident managing competing priorities while using your initiative to solve problems and support students effectively. Experience in accommodation, housing, student services, welfare, or a similar community-based role would be desirable.

Rewards & Benefits

• A minimum of 35 days annual leave per annum, pro rata (inclusive of bank holiday and University closure days)
• Discounted membership to our onsite state-of-the-art sport and leisure facilities
• Staff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and more.
• Employee assistance programme with access to free confidential counselling sessions, legal & financial advice, and health & wellbeing resources
• A wide range of development programmes to enhance your career
• Beautiful award-winning on-campus working environment.
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Please be aware that if you apply for either of the term-time roles, as a term-time postholder you will be expected to take any leave outside of your contracted working weeks. You will receive additional pay (pro rata to your contracted hours) in lieu of annual leave and statutory holidays. If you would like further information on how term-time salaries are calculated and paid, please contact the Payroll Team at payroll@edgehill.ac.uk.

About Us

At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we’ve been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before.

Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too. So, if you’ve ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.

Because for us education isn’t about how much you take in. It’s about what you take out into the world.

Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885, Edge Hill University is “A great success story… an institution that improves and impresses year after year” – Times Higher Education.

Closing Date: 07 Sep 2026

Department: Support

Salary: £28,778 to £31,236

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Edge Hill University as a Communications Officer and help raise the profile of a modern, ambitious university that is transforming lives through education, research and innovation.

In this varied and fast-paced role, you'll create and promote stories that showcase the University's achievements, expertise and impact. From developing media campaigns and writing news releases to creating digital content, managing social media opportunities and responding to media enquiries, you'll play a key role in shaping how Edge Hill is seen by external audiences.

Working as part of a high-performing Communications and Engagement team, you'll collaborate with academics, senior leaders, partners and stakeholders across the University to uncover inspiring stories and position Edge Hill at the heart of important conversations. As communications officer, you will enjoy a varied role with opportunities to work across media relations, content creation, reputation management, events and thought leadership.

As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to redeployment, please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any stage of the recruitment process if a suitable redeployee is identified.

Please note this post is only open to existing Edge Hill University staff members within a substantive post. 

For informal enquiries about this vacancy, please contact Rachel Arland, Interim Head of Communications, arlandr@edgehill.ac.uk

About You

As a communications officer you will be an experienced communications professional with excellent writing skills and a passion for telling stories that engage and inspire.

You'll bring experience of working in a busy communications environment, alongside strong relationship-building skills and the confidence to work with colleagues, stakeholders and media contacts at all levels.

In this role, you will be responsible for creating digital content and translating complex research into accessible messages, you'll know how to tailor your approach for different audiences and channels.

As communications officer you will be able to manage competing priorities and comfortable working to tight deadlines without compromising quality.

Most importantly, you'll be proactive, creative and curious, always looking for opportunities to generate positive coverage, increase engagement and enhance reputation. If you enjoy working collaboratively, thrive in a dynamic environment and want your work to have visible impact, we'd love to hear from you.

At Edge Hill University we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.

Rewards & Benefits

• A minimum of 36 days annual leave per annum, pro rata (inclusive of bank holiday and University closure days)
• Discounted membership to our onsite state-of-the-art sport and leisure facilities
• Staff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and more.
• Employee assistance programme with access to free confidential counselling sessions, legal & financial advice, and health & wellbeing resources
• A wide range of development programmes to enhance your career
• Beautiful award-winning on-campus working environment.
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme

About Us

At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we’ve been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before.

Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too. So, if you’ve ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.

Because for us education isn’t about how much you take in. It’s about what you take out into the world.

Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885, Edge Hill University is “A great success story… an institution that improves and impresses year after year” – Times Higher Education.

Closing Date: 31 Aug 2026

Department: Support

Salary: £32,080 to £34,610 per annum
Permanent

About the Role

As Digital Capability & Insights Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in enabling Edge Hill University to become a digitally confident and AI-ready organisation. Working within our growing Organisational Development team, you’ll support a wide range of initiatives that enhance digital capability, improve user experience and enable staff and students to thrive in an increasingly digital world. Including delivery of supporting the embedding of Jisc Digital Capability framework across the workforce and student community.

You’ll coordinate digital learning resources and skills development activities, support the delivery of AI literacy programmes, and help shape a culture where digital confidence, inclusion and innovation can flourish. Using data and feedback, you’ll identify trends, evaluate impact and provide insights that inform decision-making and continuous improvement.

As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to redeployment, please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any stage of the recruitment process if a suitable redeployee is identified.

For informal enquiries about this vacancy, please contact the Staff Recruitment team via Recruitment@edgehill.ac.uk

About You

As Digital Capability & Insights Coordinator, you will bring experience of co-ordinating platforms or learning activities, along with strong analytical skills and the ability to present complex information in a clear and accessible way.

You will have strong digital literacy and able familiar with a range of digital tools, including Microsoft 365 applications, and have a keen interest in digital skills development, AI literacy and emerging technologies.

To be successful in this role, you will be experienced in managing competing priorities while maintaining excellent attention to detail. 

Most importantly, you will motivated by helping others develop their confidence and capability, and you are committed to delivering a high-quality experience for colleagues, students and stakeholders.

This is an ideal opportunity for individuals with a background in learning and development, digital learning, systems support or data and insight, to contribute to a forward-thinking team committed to innovation, inclusion and continuous improvement.

At Edge Hill University we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.

Rewards & Benefits

• A minimum of 36 days annual leave per annum, pro rata (inclusive of bank holiday and University closure days) 
• Discounted membership to our onsite state-of-the-art sport and leisure facilities
• Staff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and more.
• Employee assistance programme with access to free confidential counselling sessions, legal & financial advice, and health & wellbeing resources
• A wide range of development programmes to enhance your career
• Beautiful award-winning on-campus working environment.
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme 

About Us

At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we’ve been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before. 

Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too. So, if you’ve ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.

Because for us education isn’t about how much you take in. It’s about what you take out into the world. 

Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885, Edge Hill University is “A great success story… an institution that improves and impresses year after year” – Times Higher Education.

Closing Date: 06 Sep 2026

Department: Support

Salary: £28,778 to £31,236 per annum pro rata
Fixed Term

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an Enterprise Applications Support Officer to join the Digital team with Digital, Data and Technology department. This role provides the opportunity to work at the heart of the University’s digital transformation, supporting and enhancing the core enterprise applications. 

Your main duties and responsibilities will include:

• Technical Development and System Integration – Responsible for developing, configuring and supporting the University’s enterprise applications, including managing APIs, databases and technical workflows
• Troubleshooting, Support and System Improvement – Responsible for second and third line technical support for complex issues, carrying out upgrades, fixes and testing 
• Stakeholder Collaboration and Change Delivery – Working closely with internal teams, service owners and external suppliers is a major part of the role including gathering requirements, translating business needs into technical solutions, communicating system changes clearly to non-technical stakeholders and supporting wider digital transformation and enterprise application projects 

This role provides the chance to work with a wide range of technologies, including APIs, databases, Azure, Power Platform and Microsoft 365, while contributing to major system development and strategic change initiatives. You will gain valuable experience in a complex technical environment, collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders and play a role in supporting future focused digital services across the University. 

As part of the wider Enterprise Applications team, there will also be opportunities to develop your skills and experience across a broader range of digital platforms and services, including web and digital learning technologies. We are particularly interested in applicants who have an interest in, or existing experience of, these areas. The role offers the opportunity to broaden your technical skills and work flexibly across different areas of Enterprise Applications as priorities and opportunities arise.

As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to redeployment, please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any stage of the recruitment process if a suitable redeployee is identified.

For informal enquiries about this vacancy, please contact: Paul Hutchinson, Head of Enterprise Applications at Hutchinp@edgehill.ac.uk

About You

As Enterprise Applications Support Officer, you will have:

• Experience of developing and supporting mission critical enterprise applications, with a solid background in databases, middleware, reporting technologies and API driven integrations
• Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues across development and live environments, using your knowledge of SQL, JavaScript and Microsoft technologies such as Azure, Power Platform and Microsoft 365
• Excellent analytical and organisational skills and be an effective communicator
• Ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to build strong working relationships and demonstrate a customer focused approach with a commitment to service improvement and innovation
• An interest in developing skills across a broader range of digital technologies, with experience or an interest in web development, digital learning platforms or other digital services being particularly welcome

At Edge Hill University we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.

Rewards & Benefits

• A minimum of 38 days annual leave per annum (inclusive of bank holiday and University closure days)
• Discounted membership to our onsite state-of-the-art sport and leisure facilities
• Staff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and more.
• Employee assistance programme with access to free confidential counselling sessions, legal & financial advice, and health & wellbeing resources
• A wide range of development programmes to enhance your career
• Beautiful award-winning on-campus working environment.
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme

About Us

At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we’ve been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before.

Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too. So, if you’ve ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.

Because for us education isn’t about how much you take in. It’s about what you take out into the world.

Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885, Edge Hill University is “A great success story… an institution that improves and impresses year after year” – Times Higher Education.

Closing Date: 30 Aug 2026

Department: Support

Salary: £35,608 to £38,784 per annum
Permanent

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Academic Quality Officer to join the Quality Assurance and Enhancement Team. 

The postholder will work with other members of the team to achieve the objectives of the Quality Assurance and Enhancement Team. The Academic Quality Officer (AQO) provides professional administrative support for Edge Hill University’s E-VAL (electronic validation) system, overseeing programme management and validation of programmes; data collection and analysis, and monitoring and review. This involves the ability to write detailed reports and minutes to a high standard; develop written ‘how to guides’ and record training materials; determine priorities, plan workloads, and organise time and resources with limited supervision; manage complex and sensitive information with a high degree of confidentiality; and to assume responsibility for tasks that may not have been anticipated in previously agreed work schedules.

Alongside the Academic Quality and Standards Managers (AQSM) you will deliver a professional secretariat service for Academic Board, its committees, and major sub-committees in accordance with the University’s Articles of Governance. You will also contribute to the development and enhancement of quality management processes and take a role in assuring the University's continuing alignment with the Office for Students (OfS) part B Conditions of Registration for quality, standards and student outcomes on which the University’s continuing status within the UK HE sector depends.

For informal enquiries about this vacancy, you may wish to contact: Lydia Richardson, Academic Quality and Standards Manager at Richarly@edgehill.ac.uk 

About You

As Academic Quality Officer, you will have:

• Experience in handling, and interpreting, data sets
• Experience of servicing committees or other formal meetings
• Experience of scheduling meetings and events with multiple staff throughout a university (or equivalent) and managing timescales effectively to meet business cycle needs
• Able to handle, analyse and synthesise complex quantitative and qualitative data
• Able to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information
• Able to network and to develop and maintain effective working relationships at all levels within the University

At Edge Hill University we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.

Rewards & Benefits

• Discounted membership to our onsite state-of-the-art sport and leisure facilities
• Staff benefits scheme, which provides you with discounts across the high street, supermarket shopping, cinema tickets, dining out and more.
• Employee assistance programme with access to free confidential counselling sessions, legal & financial advice, and health & wellbeing resources
• A wide range of development programmes to enhance your career
• Beautiful award-winning on-campus working environment.
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme 

About Us

At Edge Hill University we believe in the life changing opportunities knowledge can create. Since 1885, we’ve been creating access to knowledge for those who may not have had the opportunity to before. 

Today, the effect we have has a far-reaching impact, not just for those who come to study here but for those who work, invest in, and live in our local communities too. So, if you’ve ever wondered if one person can make a difference, simply speak to our alumni, students, and award-winning staff.

Because for us education isn’t about how much you take in. It’s about what you take out into the world. 

Inspiring minds and changing futures since 1885, Edge Hill University is “A great success story… an institution that improves and impresses year after year” – Times Higher Education.

Closing Date: 31 Aug 2026

Department: Support

Salary: £28,778 to £31,236 per annum pro rata
Fixed Term for 6 months