We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and professional administrator to join the Operations team within Student Services, on a fixed term basis to provide maternity cover. Working closely with the team, you will provide high quality administrative support to the Student Services Leadership Team, while contributing to an efficient and effective central operations service across Student Services.
You must be a patient, friendly, well organised individual who is adaptable and takes a proactive approach to your work. You will be able to manage competing priorities effectively, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and within operational deadlines. Excellent time management, communication and interpersonal skills are essential, combined with the ability to remain organised and work effectively under pressure. You must be confident working independently, while also being a supportive and collaborative member of the wider team.
About the department
About us
Bournemouth University’s vision is worldwide recognition as a leading university for inspiring learning, advancing knowledge and enriching society through the fusion of education, research and practice. Our highly skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the globe, who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives and experiences that help to build our global learning community.
BU values and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We seek a diverse community through attracting, developing and retaining staff from different backgrounds to contribute to inspirational learning, advancing knowledge and enriching society. To support and enable our staff to achieve a balance between work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.
More than just a job! Working for BU provides you with access to a fantastic range of benefits.
Core Package:
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PAY– a competitive salary with opportunities for pay progression |
PENSION– a valuable defined benefit pension with generous employer contributions |
HOLIDAY– Annual leave entitlement of 30 days plus bank holidays and winter closure (pro rata if part time) |
WORK LIFE BALANCE –flexible working arrangements including opportunities for hybrid working and flexitime (role dependant) |
You will also have access to a wide range of voluntary benefits:
- Health & Wellbeing: Employee assistance programme, dental care scheme, health cash plan
- Financial & Discounts: Discounts including a reduction of fees for family members who study at BU
- Travel: Cycle to work scheme, secure bike stores, showers and lockers, free bus travel between campuses, discounted bus travel
- Sports & Activities: Sport BU has a wide range of activities which staff can access
- Family: Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, on-site nursery with discounts for BU staff
- Modern, vibrant campus locations: Bright and flexible work and meeting spaces, with on-site food outlets and coffee shops
A job description for this position is available at the top of this page. If you require this in a different format, please contact us at [email protected].
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