Course Administrator (Secondary and Further Education)
The Institute of Education is one of the country’s major providers of education, training and research for the children’s workforce and OFSTED judged the university’s provision for Primary and Secondary as ‘Outstanding’.
An opportunity has arisen to join the Department of Professional and Administrative Support as a Course Administrator: Secondary & Further Educationin the Institute of Education to ensure that the university remains at the forefront of Initial Teacher Training.
We are looking to appoint a forward thinking, outward looking professional with a proven commitment to working as part of a team to establish innovative and modern approaches to administration and enhancing their skills at a professional level.
Who we are:
The Department of Professional Administrative Services (DPAS) comprises of a number of diverse teams which support the University of Worcester’s academic institutes. Our dedicated teams provide an efficient administrative service to academic colleagues and work collaboratively with other professional teams across the university. Collaboration and sharing best practice are central to our vision, and by embracing cross-departmental working we continually develop as individuals and as teams.
About the role:
This is an exciting and varied role within the Department of Professional Administrative Services which requires excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt and prioritise workload effectively. You will provide proactive administrative support to designated courses and processes, working as part of a team and on own initiative. The role will also include the opportunity to take on and be involved in projects and tasks that support the department and wider University activities. The post holder will focus on providing comprehensive administrative support to facilitate a first-rate student experience across the courses and processes they will support.
The university offers excellent CPD opportunities as well as numerous opportunities to participate in cross university initiatives to enhance existing skills and experience.
What's in it for you?
- Annual incremental increase up to £26,093, with the opportunity to progress to £27,319 subject to performance and the university reward scheme
- 34 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days) rising to 39 total days after 5 years’ continuous service
- Access to a range of benefits including our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme
- Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme
- In-house training and development support
- A friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment
This post reports to the School Manager. For enquiries regarding the role, please contact the School Manager, Andrew Ward at andrew.ward@worc.ac.uk .
Please note that if not already an employee of the University of Worcester, the appointed candidate will be employed through our subsidiary company Uniworc Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of University of Worcester. Appointees of Uniworc Limited will automatically be enrolled into the Aviva FlexHE defined contribution pension scheme (subject to earnings and other eligibility criteria).
We value diversity and wish to promote equality at all levels
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Course Administrator (Secondary and Further Education) in Worcester employer: University of Worcester
The University of Worcester is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises collaboration and innovation in the field of nursing and midwifery. With a strong commitment to employee development, staff have access to numerous growth opportunities, including professional training and research initiatives, all within a supportive environment that values compassion and evidence-based practice. Located in a picturesque setting, the university fosters a sense of community and purpose, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in education.
