Oxford Brookes University

Oxford Brookes University

Curriculum and Student Information Adviser

United Kingdom

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Curriculum and Student Information Adviser

£30,487 , rising to £32,982 Full Time, Permanent - Professional Ser

The Directorate of Academic and Student Administration is recruiting for a Course and Student Information Adviser.

This role sits within a busy team and will support the management of student and curriculum data within a student records system. The post will include supporting Exam Committee processes, enrolment and data checking.

You should have:

  • A familiarity with Higher Education.

  • An understanding of, and experience in, the provision of information, advice and guidance and of using complex database management systems e.g. a student records system.

  • The ability to work on own initiative, under pressure and prioritise tasks, meet regular deadlines and solve complex problems.

  • An understanding of the importance of providing an excellent customer service, of data quality and integrity.

  • Experience of training.

  • Overall purpose of post:

  • To provide comprehensive specialist administrative support for students from enrolment through to final award.

  • To analyse, create and maintain curriculum and student information and support the Curriculum and Student Information Managers with the authorisation of changes to the University's curriculum information.

  • To provide training and guidance to students and staff in their use of the student records system (and its interface) and to staff regarding the operation of University examination committee processes.

  • Provide guidance for administrative and academic staff on University regulations and protocols, assessment and award; analyse student record information and make recommendations for consideration at University examination committees.

  • Please see that attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

    For more information about the role please contact Rachel Olden [email protected].

    The successful candidate would be expected to work on a hybrid basis.

    You will also enjoy the benefits of working at Oxford Brookes University with up to 38 days holiday, rising to 41 days holiday (this includes 13 Bank Holidays and Concessionary Days), a generous Local Government pension scheme (19.2% Employer contribution rate), cycle to work scheme and access to a variety of university facilities (Brookes Nursery, Gym and sports facilities). For more information about benefits please see the document 'All about Brookes' below.

    CV and Personal Statement:

    As part of the application process all applicants are required to complete our online application form by clicking on the “Apply for Job” button below. All parts of the application form should be completed and in the section of the form called “Supporting Documents”, applicants must upload their CV and a Personal Statement. To complete the Personal Statement part of the application, applicants must download the Personal Statement document which is part of the advert below and complete the form, providing examples and explaining how they meet each item detailed on the document. The Personal Statement must then be uploaded to the application form along with the CV.

    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.

    To email the post of Curriculum and Student Information Adviser to a friend please copy and paste the link below:

    https: // my.corehr.com/pls/oburecruit/erqjobspecdetailsform.jobspec?pid=157941 Closing Date : 30-Nov-2023 Vacancy ID : 157941 Faculty or Directorate : Academic and Student Administration Location : Gipsy Lane Site, Headington Campus For more information : [email protected] Posted on : 13-Nov-2023

    Job details

    Title

    Curriculum and Student Information Adviser

    Employer

    Oxford Brookes University

    Location

    United Kingdom

    Published

    November 14, 2023

    Application deadline

    November 30, 2023

    Job type

    Administration/Managerment

    Field

    Computer Science,Education

    About the employer

    Voted the UK’s top modern university (QS World University Rankings 2021), Oxford Brookes University is a campus university located in the beautiful and historic city of Oxford. There are three campuses that are part of the university, linked by the BROOKESbus. The Students’ Union and the many societies on campus help to build the close-knit but diverse community Oxford Brookes is known for. Oxford Brookes was ranked in the top 50 universities in the UK (Complete University Guide 2021).

    Oxford Brookes is a diverse and exciting place to study, with students from more than 140 countries making up 17 per cent of the student population. It provides an exciting student experience, with an internationally-focused atmosphere both academically and socially. With a huge range of events and societies, as well as an excellent student support system, students can make the most of their university experience.

    Ranked 2nd in the UK for teaching (Times Higher Education (THE) Young University Rankings 2020), Oxford Brookes is known for the standard of teaching that its faculty provides. 94 per cent of the research at Oxford Brookes is internationally recognised (Research Excellence Framework 2014), which means students are learning from leaders in their field.

    Oxford Brookes has excellent graduate outcomes, with over 95 per cent of Oxford Brookes students in employment or further study within six months of graduating, and students have access to career support throughout their time at university to ensure they can achieve their career goals.

    The quality of the academic teaching at Oxford Brookes has an outstanding reputation, with a total of 11 faculty members having been awarded National Teaching Fellows, the most prestigious award in UK higher education teaching. 

    Students are taught by faculty members who are experts in their field and who are constantly undertaking new and important research in these areas. 94 per cent of the research at Brookes is internationally recognised (Research Excellence Framework 2014). Students are able to exchange ideas with teachers who work collaboratively to push their subject area forward. Students at the university benefit from new ideas being exchanged and developed between their own teachers and departments across the world. Oxford Brookes is well known for its international and global focus.

    Students can live in university accommodation, a great place to meet people and settle into university life. Full-time first-year international students starting in September are guaranteed a place in university accommodation if they would like it and are able to meet the application deadlines. There are a range of halls in and around the three campuses, with on-site support at all of them. All halls are on a BROOKESbus route and students living in halls can purchase a discounted bus pass entitling them to free travel on these services.

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