Bursary Receptionist

As the first point of contact for Fellows, staff, students, alumni, visitors and guests, the postholder plays an important role in ensuring that enquiries are handled promptly and effectively, and that visitors receive a positive experience of the College. This is a varied role providing reception, administrative and operational support to the Bursary which is managed by the Domestic Bursar who is responsible for the College’s domestic services including catering, accommodation, conferences and external functions, maintenance/estates, IT and the Lodge.

We are looking for an organised, approachable and proactive individual who enjoys working with people and providing excellent customer service.

The role offers:

• Generous annual leave entitlement of up to 38 days per year pro rata plus additional days for long service.
• Subsidised bus pass loan, season ticket rail loan and cycle scheme loan
• A free three-course lunch.
• Access to the College’s employee assistance programme (a 24-hour telephone and online advisory and counselling service).
• A free annual flu vaccination.
• Discount in University shops, free entry to other Oxford colleges and libraries, discounted computer software from the University Computing Service, free access to the Botanical Gardens and Harcourt Arboretum and discounted membership of the University’s gym and pool.
• The post is eligible for membership of the Oxford Staff Pension Scheme which provides income when you retire plus sickness and life assurance benefits. Further details can be found at https://www.ox.ac.uk/about/jobs/working-here/pay-and-reward/pensioners/osps.

Our central location provides excellent access to Oxford’s shops, cafés, restaurants and cultural attractions, with regular bus links nearby and Oxford railway station approximately a 20-minute walk away.

The College offers a unique and inspiring place to work, with historic buildings, beautiful gardens and a friendly collegiate atmosphere. Staff and students also benefit from our on-site café, The Chough, which offers a welcoming space to relax and enjoy delicious coffee and refreshments, with discounted prices available for College staff and students.

View Further Particulars Here

How to Apply

Interested applicants should forward the following documents:

• A Cover Sheet  detailing the names and contact details of two referees;
• A current CV;
• A covering letter, which explains how you meet the selection criteria for the post.

Documents should be sent preferably by email to recruitment@seh.ox.ac.uk via the above ‘Apply’ button by GMT 09:00 on Monday, 10 August 2026. Applications can also be sent to the HR Manager, St Edmund Hall, Queen’s Lane, Oxford, OX1 4AR.

Interviews are expected to be held in Oxford on Tuesday, 18 August 2026. The successful candidate will be expected to start as soon as possible.

Informal enquiries about the post should be directed to recruitment@seh.ox.ac.uk.

Equality of Opportunity

The Equal Opportunities policy of the College requires that all staff are offered equal opportunities within employment. Entry into employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria related to the post. Subject to statutory provisions, no applicant will be treated less favourably than another because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Recruitment Monitoring

Please consider completing the online Equal Opportunity Monitoring Form. Submission of this form is voluntary & does not form part of the selection process, but we would be grateful if you are willing to return it with your application to assist us with our equal opportunity monitoring. A paper copy can be found here.

Advert information