Admissions Assistant, University of Worcester

Join our dedicated and professional team as an Admissions specialist! 

We are looking for an enthusiastic and capable colleague to join us on a permanent, full-time contract. 

This exciting and varied role will involve providing advice and guidance to prospective applicants and their supporters. You will have specific responsibility for making admissions decisions within pre-agreed frameworks for a range of applications submitted via UCAS and other routes. You’ll also have the chance to help with a range of other activities, including delivering staff training and representing the University at Open Days and recruitment Exhibitions. 

The ideal candidate will be a strong team player, highly organised, adaptable, and have excellent customer service. You will bring high levels of accuracy and attention to detail in your work and have a proactive approach to problem solving. Our work is fast paced and high volume, so remaining calm and resilient will be key to success. You will help manage a timely, efficient and fair admissions process that delivers an excellent applicant experience.

As part of the role there may be opportunities to support work in different areas of the department or the wider Communications, International and External Affairs division. 

A step on to the career ladder 

We are committed to helping the people who work here to develop. We provide all professional staff with CPD opportunities and the encouragement to reach their full potential. With hundreds of professional jobs in a wide range of areas, there are plenty of options for you to build your career at the University. 

What's in it for you?

Annual incremental increase up to £26,093, with the opportunity to progress to £27,31932 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days) rising to 37 total days after 5 years’ continuous service Access to our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme In-house training and development support A friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment 

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Rachael Ashton (Deputy Head of Admissions) on [email protected]

Closing Date: 12 Feb 2026

Sub Department: Professional Services

Salary: £24,531 to £26,093 per annum