Facilities Support Assistant

Join our Team!

We are seeking an individual to fill the position of Facilities Support Assistant (FSA) within the University Club. 

As an FSA, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our core services, collaborating closely with the Facilities Manager. Your responsibilities will include a variety of tasks assigned by the Facilities Manager, all aimed at maintaining an efficient and effective environment.

This role offers strong opportunities for career progression, supported by ongoing mentoring, professional development and relevant qualifications such as NEBOSH.

About Us:

Spanning the historic streets of the "city of dreaming spires", the University of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for ten consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence.

You will be part of the University’s Facilities Management team – the engine behind our world-class spaces. From maintaining smooth operations to creating exceptional visitor experiences, the team plays a vital role in enabling research, teaching, and engagement.

What We Offer:

Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:

• 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
• One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.
• An excellent contributory pension scheme.
• Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
• Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.

About You:

We are seeking individuals who present themselves in a professional manner, with good communication skills to engage with members of the public and Staff courteously and respectfully.

Honesty and helpfulness are traits we highly appreciate, along with the ability to exercise sound judgment and critical thinking in your daily tasks.

While the role involves some manual handling, we provide comprehensive training to ensure your confidence and competence in this aspect of the job.

This part-time role requires a commitment of 20 hours per week. Actual working hours and timings will be determined by the Facilities Manager, usually from 16:00 pm to 22:00 pm Mon to Fri. Overtime work may be available, providing further opportunities for work. Please note that the University Club operates 24 hours a day, and your working hours will align with operational requirements within this timeframe.

As a member of Estates Services FM team, you will be responsible for the running of the reception area, making reservations, dealing with guests and members enquiries. The post holder will also be required to complete some Club administration such as Basic H+S checks and being the responsible person for the site during the shift. This is a lone working position.

Application Process

To apply, please upload:

• A covering letter/supporting statement
• Your CV
• The details of two referees

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday 12 October 2026.

Interviews will take place on Thursday 22 October 2026, and will be held face-to-face.

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