14 international branch campuses in United Kingdom
OVERVIEW Hurtwood House School is seeking a Higher Education Adviser to join its Careers and Higher Education team in Surrey, England. This role focuses on providing personalised support to Sixth Form students as they prepare for university, apprenticeships, internships, and work experience opportunities. The successful adviser will work closely with the Head of Life Skills to guide students through application processes and help them make informed decisions about their future in higher education. The position is suited to professionals with experience in university admissions, student recruitment, or education guidance within a higher education or Sixth Form setting. The role combines direct student support with administrative coordination and event delivery.
Key responsibilities
Provide personalised advice and support to students applying to university, apprenticeships, internships, and work experience opportunities
Support students with UK and overseas university application processes
Assist students with UCAS and Common Application submissions
Help students make informed choices about their future education pathways
Deliver higher education workshops and events
Coordinate university visits and guest speakers
Maintain careers and education resources
Support staff with reference writing
Manage key application and student-record processes
Provide support to students during the August results period
Requirements
Experience working in university admissions or student recruitment in a higher education setting, or experience as a higher education adviser in a Sixth Form
Organised approach to work
Enthusiastic attitude
Ability to support students with university and application processes WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS This role provides important guidance to students during a significant stage of their education journey. Effective higher education support can help students identify suitable opportunities, prepare strong application materials, and make informed decisions about university and career pathways. By supporting applications to both UK and overseas university programmes, the adviser contributes to student confidence, access to opportunities, and successful progression into higher education and related experiences.
Bonus: Application advice
Highlight any experience supporting students with university application processes or admissions guidance
Include examples of working with UCAS, Common Application, or international university admissions systems
Demonstrate strong organisational and communication skills in your application
Mention experience coordinating events, workshops, or student support activities in education settings
Show evidence of working collaboratively with staff, students, and external university contacts
Tailor your application to reflect an understanding of student support within a Sixth Form or higher education environment
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