
Website University of Cambridge – Corpus Christi College
OVERVIEW The Outreach Programmes Coordinator role at Corpus Christi College, University of Cambridge, sits within the Admissions Team and focuses on improving access to the University through targeted outreach activity. This is a full-time, fixed-term position for three years, based onsite in Cambridge, England. The role is suited to professionals with an interest in widening participation and a strong understanding of educational pathways in the UK and internationally. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Develop access and outreach programmes connected to the College’s admissions and access priorities – Promote outreach programmes to prospective applicants and relevant educational partners – Use knowledge of UK and international school educational landscapes to inform outreach activity – Contribute to efforts to improve access to the University of Cambridge – Work as part of the College Admissions Team REQUIREMENTS WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS Access and outreach work plays a critical role in ensuring that academically able students from diverse backgrounds can consider and apply to leading universities. By strengthening understanding of different educational systems and student pathways, this role helps reduce barriers to higher education. The position supports the University of Cambridge’s wider commitment to fair access and informed admissions. BONUS: APPLICATION ADVICE – Clearly demonstrate your understanding of access, outreach, or widening participation work, especially within selective higher education contexts – Highlight any experience working with UK and/or international schools, even if this experience comes from related roles or projects – Show awareness of how educational systems and qualifications differ across countries and why this matters for admissions and outreach – Emphasise your ability to work collaboratively within an admissions or student-facing team – Tailor your application to the mission of the College and the broader access goals of the University of Cambridge
To apply for this job please visit www.corpus.cam.ac.uk.
