Student Finance Adviser

£28,273 gross per annum

The Role

Working within the Student Finance Team, you will be advising students on the financial support available to them and assisting students in making applications for financial support and bursaries.

You will work in partnership with other college staff, students, parents, employers and other stakeholders to raise awareness of support funding. You will also undertake administration for applications and payments to relevant parties.

What are we looking for? 

You should have a minimum level 2 or equivalent qualification in literacy and numeracy and relevant work experience including significant experience of a customer service background. You should also have an understanding of financial support available to FE and HE students. You must also have the ability to work in a highly organised, methodical and accurate manner to deal with a demanding workload and achieve deadlines and targets and to work as part of a team. It is also essential that you are willing to work flexibly (including early mornings, evenings and weekends when required), particularly during peak admissions and enrolment periods.

You'll have access to a wide range of benefits and support, including, but not limited to:

• Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7/365 helpline for advice and support 
• Regular Staff Physical Activity Sessions and reduced-price gym membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted Bus Travel with the Transdev Commuter Club
• Family-friendly policies
• Free eye tests and contribution to VDU-use-only glasses
• Several food outlets with a variety of menu choices
• A full range of discounted professional Hair & Beauty services provided by the Academy Salon
• Professional bakery offering a variety of fresh breads, cakes, and ready meals

Blackburn College values diversity and is committed to create a diverse workforce. Blackburn College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to a variety of pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references, medical clearance, and an enhanced DBS check.