About Us

We are an dynamic and established university in Greater Manchester with ambitious growth targets. We put our students first, making sure they have the best possible teaching and learning experience possible. We are proud to offer higher education opportunities to all those that have the potential and passion to succeed.

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Our Employees

We all have a 'can-do' attitude and call upon colleagues across functions to deliver our goals. We all share a passion for education and for giving our students life opportunities and putting their needs first.

Office Culture

You'll join a fast-paced environment with minimal bureaucracy and the opportunity to turn your ideas into reality. Flexibility and teamwork is critical as we work as one to succeed in an ever changing environment.

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Our Values 

We are a diverse and inclusive learning community of staff and students. We strive to nurture and stimulate the knowledge and skills of our community so they can become the best versions of themselves. We celebrate excellence and challenge the norm.

Career Development 

We encourage all staff to engage with career development opportunities and staff have access to tuition free learning across the University Group including apprenticeships, degrees and masters. There is strong emphasis on on-the-job training with numerous staff development programmes in place.

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Meet the team

Paul Starkey
Director of Marketing and UG Recruitment & Admissions

"I've been at Bolton for eight years having worked at a much larger university and in the commercial sector. What I love about Bolton is the passion every member of staff shares for our success, for our students and for our future. I get to work with colleagues at all levels and right across the organisation. There is a freedom at Bolton that you won't find elsewhere - to come up with new ideas, to challenge the status quo and to get things done."

Louise Ratcliffe
Admissions Team Leader (Operations)

"I have worked at the university for 17 years, I originally joined as an Admissions Assistant before progressing to Admissions Coordinator and then to my current role as Admissions Team Leader."

Luke Boardman
Admissions Officer

"I have worked at the University of Bolton for almost 4 years, where I started as an apprentice and have been able to progress through several roles. What I like the most about working at the University of Bolton is the opportunity for staff development and support for progression from senior management. The University of Bolton make you feel valued, allowing you to work on your own initiative and contribute to the development of the organisation."

Donovan Kirkwood
Schools Liaison and Outreach Team Leader

"I've been working at Bolton for six months after working at a London university. I enjoy the approachable nature of Bolton, whether its management, academic staff, colleagues or students. My role was new when I started and everyone across the university has been great at understanding my aims as well as doing all they can to support – this collaborative approach is something special to Bolton."

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