Senior Admissions Officer

The University of West London (UWL) is ranked as 41st in the UK in The Guardian University Guide 2026 and is the 1st London modern* university in The Times/The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026. We are also the Number 1 London university for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2025**. The UWL community is a diverse body of students and staff who work together to create an environment of success and achievement. We celebrate the diversity of our staff and promote our values in practice through our commitment to inclusivity, progression, and success.

* A modern university is a university established in 1992, or after. Excluding specialist providers.

** Calculated as the average of all questions, using registered populations.

The Department

The Marketing, Recruitment and Communications Department engages in various activities to communicate our brand to all stakeholders and make the UWL’s mission and values visible to them. In addition, we facilitate the recruitment and admissions process of our students. The department comprises of five teams: communications & events, campaigns, digital, recruitment & customer relationship and admissions.   

The Role 

A supervisory role within the Admissions Team. To support admissions operations for the University. Deliver a courteous and efficient service for applicants in their seamless journey from enquirer to applicant to student. Provide a professional service to key stakeholders including the universities schools and other departments.  

The Person

Candidates must be educated to A Level (or equivalent) standard and have previous experience of working in admissions in a supervisory role. Candidates must be self-motivated with a flexible, proactive approach to work, with strong leadership, organisational skills and attention to detail. A proven ability to work effectively in a team environment is essential. The post holder will be expected to work on site full time with the potential to work one day per week remotely.  

How to Apply 

To apply click on ‘Apply Online’ and fill out the application form. Further information about the application process can be found here: https://jobs.uwl.ac.uk/display.aspx?id=1253&pid=0 

Please email [email protected]  if you need any assistance with the application process.

Interviews are expected to be held on 26 February 2026. 

For informal enquiries about the position please contact Ray Brown via [email protected]

Additional Information 

Read more about working at the University of West London at https://www.uwl.ac.uk/about-us/how-university-works/why-work-uwl

Our department/school is under-represented in terms of staff from minority ethnic backgrounds, of LGBT+ identities, and with disabilities. UWL is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter, and is a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly those mentioned above to increase diversity in our workforce.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. 

Please be advised that it is expected that appointment within a grade will normally be at the minimum point.

Previous applicants for this post need not apply again. 

We will intermittently review the applications as part of this open advert, therefore if successful, you will be shortlisted and contacted at any time.

The University of West London reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.

Closing Date: 15 Feb 2026

Department: Support

Salary: £38,311 to £43,767 per annum