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Academic

Lecturer in Digital Animation

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Job Ref
51673
Location
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Salary
£41,064 - £47,389 per annum

ABOUT US-
The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) traces its heritage back to the first university in Wales, receiving its Royal Charter in 1828 and is honoured to have His Majesty King Charles III as Royal Patron.

UWTSD now teaches over 16,000 students across its six campuses in the UK; four in Wales and two in England. It has long-standing international educational partnerships in Europe, China, Malaysia, the USA and elsewhere.

Our aim is to transform education, and by doing so transform the lives of the individuals and the communities we serve. We are already recognised for providing an outstanding student experience:
• 1st in Wales and 2nd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times Higher Education, July 2025)

Our success is due to the commitment, skill, knowledge, and ability of our people working together. We are now building on this strong culture and provision to become a leading provider of accessible higher education.

-THE ROLE –
This a unique and exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified person with a background in Digital Animation to join team of academic staff providing teaching and learning at our partner institutions in China. Initially located in Fujan Jiangxia University, but with the expectation to teach at any of our three partner institutions in China (Lanzhou University; Fujan Jiangxia University and Wuhan University of Technology), you will be required to produce a range of modules within the subject area of Computer Animation. You will spend a significant proportion of your work time in China, up to a maximum of 18 weeks per semester – where all teaching will be delivered in English.
These periods are subject to Chinese visa regulations and entry into China for the purposes of undertaking the full role requirements.

Closing date: 13th January 2026, 11:59pm

Function
Academic
Status
Full Time
Type
Fixed Term Contract
Hours
37

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Independent End Point Assessor (OME)

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Job Ref
51626
Location
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Salary
This role will attract a fee of £500 per Learner.

Independent End Point Assessor, OME (Ordnance Munitions and Explosives)

This role will attract a fee of £500 per Learner. Payment will be made on receipt of completion documents for each learner.
These roles are home based but will involve travel and attendance on the Swansea campus as required

We are seeking to engage a pool of Independent End Point Assessors (OME) to be responsible for conducting fair, valid, and reliable end-point assessments of apprentices in line with apprenticeship standards, assessment plans and the End Point Assessment Organisations processes (in this case the University). The role ensures that each apprentice demonstrates full occupational competence and meets the required standards before certification. The assessor operates independently of training delivery to maintain the integrity and quality of the assessment
process.

Please view the Job Description for further details, where you will also find a list of the essential and desirable ‘Person Specification’ criteria. You will be asked to upload a CV and provide a personal statement.

This post is not eligible for sponsorship.

This post is subject to a check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). The level of check which will apply will be an Enhanced with Adult’s Barred List.

Closing date: 30 November 2025

Function
Academic
Status
Flexible
Type
Casual

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Administration

Assessment Officer

Birmingham

Job Ref
51656
Location
Birmingham
Salary
£26,707- £30,378 per annum*

*UWTSD is proud to be an Accredited Living Wage Employer. The Voluntary Living Wage (VLW) rate is £12.60 per hour. We will apply an adjustment to the rate of pay for this role to increase it to £27,319 per annum.

- ABOUT US -
The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) traces its heritage back to the first university in Wales, receiving its Royal Charter in 1828. UWTSD now teaches over 16,000 students across its six campuses in the UK; four in Wales and two in England. It has long-standing international educational partnerships in Europe, China, Malaysia, the USA and elsewhere.

Our aim is to transform education, and by doing so transform the lives of the individuals and the communities we serve. We are already recognised for providing an outstanding student experience:
• 1st in Wales and 2nd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times Higher Education, July 2025)

Our success is due to the commitment, skill, knowledge, and ability of our people working together. We are now building on this strong culture and provision to become a leading provider of accessible higher education.

- THE ROLE -
The post holder will be a member of the Assessment team and will be responsible for ensuring assessments are conducted and results tracked in compliance with policies of the University and other relevant regulatory bodies.

The post holder will focus on coordinating assessments for learners across programmes. This will include but will not be limited to setting assessment timetables with lecturing staff; coordination of the assignment submission process; data management for all assignment marks, including ensuring accurate entry of marks; preparation for the Examining Board process; ensuring student records are complete, accurate, and in compliance with GDPR standards; and communication with central departments and colleagues at other delivery locations.

The post holder will be required to work within the Assessment Team, as well as working closely with other student-facing professional teams, lecturing staff and colleagues as appropriate to ensure work is completed efficiently and effectively. The role also requires the post holder to be able to work independently and use initiative with self-motivation to meet deadlines.

The post holder will be expected to work flexibly and be able to prioritise conflicting demands. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft packages and a high level of attention to detail are important aspects of the post.

Please note that the working pattern for this role may include the weekend.

-REQUIREMENTS -
You should have:
• Good level of general education
• Previous administrative experience in a fast-paced environment
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Evidence of the ability to apply attention to detail
• Evidence of the ability to meet tight deadlines
• IT literate possessing knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
• Able to work as part of a team and in partnership with others

Please see job description for full responsibilities and requirements.

- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION -
Annual leave entitlement is 28 days’, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days.

For information on our staff benefits, please see: https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/jobs

This role is not eligible for sponsorship.

Closing date: 25th January 2026, at 11:59 pm

Function
Administration
Status
Full Time
Type
Permanent
Hours
37

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Personal Assistant to the Vice-Chancellor

Swansea or Carmarthen

Job Ref
51667
Location
Swansea or Carmarthen
Salary
£35,608 - £39,906 per annum

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) is one of Wales’s oldest higher education institutions, tracing its heritage back to 1822. Today, we teach more than 16,000 students across our campuses in Wales and England, supported by strong international partnerships.

Our mission is to transform education and, through it, to transform lives and communities. We are proud to be recognised for delivering an outstanding student experience, ranking 1st in Wales and 2nd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times and Times Higher Education, 2025) and named University of the Year for Teaching Quality 2026 by The Times and Sunday Times.

Our success is due to the commitment, skill, knowledge, and ability of our people.

- THE ROLE -

Based in Carmarthen or Swansea with the ability to travel between sites as needed, the Personal Assistant to the Vice-Chancellor (VC) is a key member of the Vice-Chancellor’s office, providing high-level professional administrative support to the VC and members of the Senior Leadership Team, and contributing to the University’s overall strategic leadership and operational success.

The postholder will be responsible for undertaking a broad range of duties, which will include effectively managing diary commitments, engagements, papers, communication, and travel arrangements for the VC. The successful candidate will demonstrate advanced administrative and IT skills. They will be expected to work flexibly and to prioritise conflicting demands to help senior leaders meet a variety of commitments and deadlines.

Working collaboratively and effectively as part of a team, the role holder will ensure the smooth running of the office, working proactively and independently within designated areas of responsibility, and with a strong emphasis on customer service.

Successful, proactive engagement with senior stakeholders, both internally and externally, will be key. The role requires a high standard of spoken and written communication skills in both Welsh and English, and the ability to tailor their communication style for different purposes.

-REQUIREMENTS -

The successful applicant will have:

• Extensive experience of working in an administrative environment within an executive office.
• The ability to demonstrate highly effective organisational skills to meet conflicting deadlines, including diary management.
• The ability to build effective working relationships, demonstrating strong persuasion and negotiation skills in liaison with colleagues.
• Experience of the collation and input of data to various management systems, ensuring a high degree of accuracy and completeness.
• Considerable experience of using Microsoft Office and IT systems in an administrative environment, using technology to perform administrative tasks efficiently and effectively, ensuring the security of confidential and sensitive information.
• The ability to communicate to a high-level through the medium of Welsh and English.
• Experience and ability to minute-take through the medium of English and Welsh at an executive level.

Please see job description for full responsibilities and requirements.

- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION -

- Annual leave entitlement is 28 days’, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days pro rata
- For information on our staff benefits, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/jobs
- This role is not eligible for sponsorship in line with Home Office salary threshold requirements https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job

Closing date: 11 January 2026
Interview date: TBC

Function
Administration
Status
Full Time
Type
Permanent
Hours
37

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Marketing

Data and Insight Officer

Swansea

Job Ref
51670
Location
Swansea
Salary
£31,236 - £34,610 per annum

-The Role-

Join the University of Wales Trinity Saint David as a Data and Insight Officer, based in Swansea, and become an integral part of the Market Insight Team within the Marketing Directorate.
This role focuses on delivering high-quality, data-driven analysis and insights that inform strategic decisions across the University. You will manage big data, develop evidence-based reporting, and support programme portfolio development, digital analytics, and campaign evaluation. Collaborating with colleagues across the University, you’ll provide expertise to enhance recruitment, marketing, and wider institutional objectives.
We would particularly welcome applications from recent graduates of data science or related degrees who are looking to apply their skills and knowledge to a professional role in a dynamic and innovative environment.

-About You-

We are looking for a data-savvy professional with:
- A degree-level qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant role.
- Advanced IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel, Google Analytics, and data visualization platforms like PowerBI or Tableau.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and present findings clearly.
- Experience in statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS, R) and programming languages like SQL.
- Excellent communication skills to explain data insights to diverse audiences.
- A proactive attitude and attention to detail to drive continuous improvement.

Desirable: Experience in the higher education sector, knowledge of GDPR, and familiarity with Welsh (basic greetings or willingness to learn).

- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION -

- Annual leave entitlement is 28 days’, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days pro rata
- For information on our staff benefits, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/jobs
- This post is not eligible for sponsorship

Please note, this application process does not include the option to submit a CV. Therefore, your application will be assessed based on your answers to the application questions only and, in particular, your Supporting Statement.

Closing date : 19th January 2026
Interview Date: TBC

Function
Marketing
Status
Full Time
Type
Permanent
Hours
37

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