Bursary & Student Funding Officer

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Bursary & Student Funding Officer
Location: Trowbridge
Salary: £20,517 per year rising to £20,947 per year (full time equivalent £25,304 - £25,835 per year)
Do you have a passion for helping students access the support they need to succeed? Are you organised, personable, and driven by making a real difference?
If you’re looking for a role with purpose — where every conversation can change a student’s future — this is your opportunity to join a supportive team and deliver life-changing guidance.
Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and become a vital part of ensuring every student has the chance to thrive.
What We Offer
Salary: £20,517 per year rising to £20,947 per year (full time equivalent £25,304 - £25,835 per year) Permanent, Part Time – 30 hours per week
Outstanding Benefits
• Great Local Government Pension Scheme • Generous paid holiday entitlement, plus 8 days paid bank holidays • College closure & wellbeing days — including a 2-week paid Christmas shutdown • Employee Assistance Programme — 24/7 confidential wellbeing, legal & financial support • Free on-site gyms across multiple campuses • Lifestyle discounts on retail, tech, travel & more • Cycle-to-Work scheme • Professional development & career growth opportunities • Additional perks — discounted meals, hair & beauty services, exclusive attraction offers
A secure role with benefits that support your life — today and in the long run.
What You’ll Do
• Support students through bursary and funding applications • Help remove financial barriers that could impact college success • Provide accurate advice with empathy, confidentiality, and care • Keep records organised and ensure funding processes run smoothly
What You’ll Bring
* Literacy and Numeracy at Level 2 or above (GCSE A-C/9-4)
* Strong administration or customer-focused experience
* Great communication skills and a supportive approach
* Ability to stay organised and handle sensitive information
* A passion for helping people reach their potential
Why This Role Matters
Every student’s situation is different — and your support could be the reason they stay in education, achieve their goals, and build a brighter future.
This is work you’ll feel proud of.
Be the support that helps students succeed
If you want a meaningful role with true impact — we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and be part of the difference.
Safer Recruitment
Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children’s barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.
We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.
Closing date: 29th April 2026
Shortlist date: 30th April 2026
Interview date: TBC
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Location:
Trowbridge, Wiltshire
Salary:
£20,517 /annum rising to £20,947
Job Type:
PartTime
Category:
Education

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