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OVERVIEW The University of Surrey is recruiting a HEON Graduate Outreach Assistant for a fixed-term contract running from September 2026 to July 2027. The role sits within the Higher Education Outreach Network (HEON), a partnership of universities, colleges, and local organisations focused on widening participation and supporting young people in accessing higher education. This position supports the design and delivery of outreach programmes while contributing to evaluation, data collection, social media support, and administrative activities. It offers experience within higher education outreach and engagement work connected to education access initiatives.
Key responsibilities
Contribute to the design of HEON outreach programmes
Support the delivery of outreach activities
Assist with data collection
Support evaluation activities related to outreach programmes
Assist with social media tasks
Provide administrative support
Contribute to work focused on widening participation
Support young people in accessing higher education
Requirements
Ability to support outreach programme delivery
Ability to assist with evaluation and data collection activities
Ability to support social media activities
Ability to undertake administrative tasks
Interest in widening participation and higher education outreach WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS Outreach roles in higher education play an important part in helping students understand their education options and opportunities. By supporting activities connected to accessing higher education, this role contributes to programmes designed to widen participation and encourage progression into higher education. The position also provides exposure to partnership work across universities, colleges, and local organisations. Experience gained through outreach, evaluation, and administrative responsibilities can support future careers in education, higher education administration, or community engagement.
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