At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide administrative support for undergraduate programmes and assist with student events.
- Company: Join the School of Engineering at the prestigious University of Warwick.
- Benefits: Enjoy 26 days holiday, flexible working, and a competitive pension scheme.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team committed to equality and career development.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' academic journeys while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in higher education administration and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 31200 £ per year.
About The Role
This is a full-time (36.5 hours per week), permanent role within the School of Engineering. This role is responsible for the provision of comprehensive administrative support to the School’s undergraduate programmes, supporting colleagues and students on their journey from recruitment through to graduation. You will provide administrative support for our undergraduate courses within the School of Engineering, and support administration as required for our joint Undergraduate, Degree Apprenticeship and Postgraduate Taught programmes. As well as being the initial point of contact for student administration and undertaking routine tasks, you will contribute and assist with Welcome Week, enrolment, graduation, award ceremonies and other student events. You will also be required to support the production of student communication and publicity. Due to the nature of this role it is expected that the postholder will work a minimum of 80% of their time based in the School; additional on-campus working will be required at busy times e.g. during exam periods.
About You
The successful candidate will have experience of working in an administrative role within Higher Education and understand the priorities of the environment, students and academic staff. Your excellent communication skills will enable you to provide accurate advice and guidance on administrative processes or policies. You will have experience of dealing with senior members of staff and are trustworthy and discreet when dealing with confidential or sensitive matters. You must be able to deliver a varied workload to tight deadlines whilst paying meticulous attention to detail and ensuring the clarity and accuracy of your work. You will be able to work independently and be resourceful and self-motivated, using initiative to find solutions to problems. You have developed strong IT skills and use this to manipulate and present data and keep accurate records.
About The Department
The post will be based within the School of Engineering at the University of Warwick, which is one of the leading unified Engineering schools in the UK. The University aims to promote work-life balance for all employees and the School of Engineering will consider a range of possible flexible working arrangements in order to recruit the best candidate. The School of Engineering is a great place to work: we offer competitive salaries on a grading structure that provides annual incremental progression, plus a generous annual leave entitlement (26 days per annum for this role, plus four customary shut down days over Christmas, and eight statutory bank holidays). As well as competitive salaries we offer attractive pension schemes with excellent employer contributions, and various staff recognition awards. We are also committed to helping you to fulfil your potential through a range of career development opportunities. The School of Engineering is committed to the principles of the Athena SWAN Charter, which recognises work undertaken to address gender equality, representation and progression for all staff working in an academic environment. The School currently holds the Athena SWAN Gold award and the University holds an Institutional Silver award.
What we Offer
- An attractive pension scheme.
- 26 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
- Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
- Onsite childcare facilities.
- Excellent learning and development opportunities.
- We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
To find out more about our commitments to equality, diversity, and inclusion, please see: Our Commitments | University of Warwick.
Right to Work in the UK
We wish to advise applicants that this role is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa. If you do not yet have the right to work in the UK you will need to check the UK Government Website to see if you are eligible to obtain the right to work in the UK through one of the other UK immigration routes before you make your application.
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