Careers Information and Engagement Assistant – University of Reading (UK)

📍 Location: Whiteknights Campus, Reading, United Kingdom
💰 Salary: £26,707 – £30,378 per annum
🕒 Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent (36 hours/week)
🏛️ Department: Student Services – Careers & Employability Division
🗓️ Closing Date: 13 November 2025 (23:59 UK time)
📅 Interview Date: 24 November 2025
🔖 Job Reference: SRF52134

🔍 About the Role

The University of Reading is inviting applications for the position of Careers Information and Engagement Assistant within the Careers Centre at its prestigious Whiteknights Campus.

This full-time, permanent position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about career development, communications, and student engagement. You will play a vital role in shaping how students access and engage with career opportunities, helping them prepare for future success in an ever-evolving job market.

🧠 Key Responsibilities

In this dynamic and creative role, you will:

• Plan, design, and deliver engaging communication content across social media, newsletters, blogs, and email campaigns.
• Provide up-to-date information on employers, job vacancies, and events to Careers Centre users.
• Respond to student and employer enquiries via phone, email, and in-person interactions.
• Support career information management systems and ensure data accuracy.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver outstanding career engagement initiatives across the university.

This position blends communication strategy, digital content creation, and student engagement, offering a fulfilling experience for those who enjoy creativity and community impact.

🎓 Ideal Candidate Profile

This role is ideal for recent graduates or experienced professionals with a passion for career development and digital communication.

You should have:

• Excellent IT proficiency and digital literacy
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Attention to detail and accuracy in all communications
• Proven organisational and multitasking skills
• Creative flair in visual design and digital content production
• Experience in social media and blog content creation
• Administrative experience in a customer-facing environment

If you thrive in a fast-paced, student-focused setting, this role offers an ideal environment to develop your skills and grow your career in higher education.

💡 Why Join the University of Reading?

The University of Reading is one of the UK’s leading academic institutions, recognized globally for its excellence in education, student experience, and innovation.

As part of the Careers Centre team, you will work in a supportive environment that values professional development, creativity, and inclusion. The university provides access to excellent resources, career progression pathways, and a dynamic workplace culture.

⚖️ Diversity, Inclusion, and Equality

The University of Reading is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. It proudly supports:

• The Athena SWAN Charter for gender equality
• The Race Equality Charter
• LGBT+ inclusion initiatives
• Recognition as a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2)

Applications for job-share, part-time, and flexible working arrangements are encouraged and will be considered in line with business needs.

🌍 Right to Work Information

Please note:
This position is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK or be able to obtain it through other means.

For more information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

📩 Contact Information

For further details, please reach out to:

• Alexandra Martin, Careers Engagement Officer
  📧 Email: alexandra.martin@reading.ac.uk

Or

• Jacqui Payne, Head of Careers Information and Events
  📧 Email: jacqueline.payne@reading.ac.uk

🕔 Application Details

• Deadline: 13 November 2025 (23:59 UK time)
• Interview Date: 24 November 2025
• Job Reference: SRF52134
• Apply via: https://jobs.reading.ac.uk/DecideInternalExternal/DecideInternalExternal?JobId=24861