Examinations Administrator

Location: Gipsy Lane Site, Headington Campus

Oxford Brookes University is distinctive in nature. We are a modern and forward thinking institution rooted in, and connected to a city with a rich history of culture and learning. We are a globally recognised University focused on providing high-quality teaching, delivering impactful research and an excellent student experience. Our vision is simple: “shape tomorrow through our unique blend of the modern and the traditional, by embracing diversity, seeking out the new and excelling in education and research.”

Our people are at the heart of the University - our excellence in teaching, research and knowledge exchange depends on the engagement, capability and wellbeing of our people. We strive to create and encourage an environment where people have the opportunity to develop, progress and thrive. 

In acknowledgment of our commitment to gender equality and progression, we proudly hold the Athena SWAN Bronze award, a testament to our unwavering dedication to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all. Join us at Oxford Brookes University, where every step forward is a leap toward a brighter tomorrow. 

This is an excellent opportunity for a well organised individuals with excellent customer service and communication skills, outstanding attention to detail and the ability to stay calm under pressure to join the Examinations Team.

Your role will be to ensure that the papers submitted for examination sessions meet our standards and to work with the team to produce exam materials and deliver a main and resit exam session for each semester alongside the central team and our pool of invigilators. 

You will work closely with academic colleagues on the paper preparation. You will support students, providing answers to queries and signposting them to relevant support services, such as Inclusive Support, where required. 

Please note that this is a fully campus-based role and you will be working in the exam office in the Buckley building at Headington. The work with papers requires you to work with hard copies that must be kept secure so agile working is not possible. 

This role is a good opportunity to start a career in H.E. and Examinations. Recent previous postholders have been successful in building their skills and experience in this role to enable them to achieve promotions to more challenging roles.

As an Oxford Brookes employee, you will enjoy a total of a minimum of 25 days holiday, rising with your service, plus 8 Bank Holidays and additional University concessionary Days (approx 5 per year).

We have an extremely competitive Local Government pension scheme with a 19.2% Employer contribution rate, as well as providing all staff with financial education, a comprehensive employee assistance helpline.

We prioritise the well-being of our employees—both physically and mentally, as well as financially. That's why we provide a diverse and comprehensive benefits package to support our team.

Equality, diversity and inclusion 

At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is one of our five guiding principles: we take positive steps to create an environment in which we celebrate, value and provide equal opportunity to all. We are committed to recruiting from the widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who embrace our values, regardless of their background.

As a Disability Confident Employer we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.

For more information: pdteam-operations@brookes.ac.uk

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