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Lecturer in Computing

London

Job Ref
51432
Location
London
Salary
£39,347 per annum plus London Weighting Allowance of £4,000 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 joint 3rd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times Higher Education, July 2024)
• 1st in Wales for 7 subjects and Top 10 in the UK for 3 subjects (Guardian University League Table 2024)

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.

We are looking for a Lecturer in Computing to join our London campus on a Full-time, Permanent basis, working 37 hours per week.

-THE ROLE-
The Lecturer in Computing will be required to devise a range of teaching and assessment materials, covering several modules and subject areas within Computing, including Networking, Cybersecurity and Ethical Hacking, Enterprise Network Security and Digital Forensics. They may be required to lead on modules.

The post holder will deliver teaching in a variety of different learning environments and use a variety of teaching styles and approaches, including all levels of undergraduate study and, where appropriate, postgraduate study. The post holder will offer both academic and pastoral feedback and support to students to the highest professional standards and with regard to the ongoing enhancement of the student experience. The post holder will undertake scholarship, research, training or project work, either individually or within a team, to ensure ongoing professional development and to enhance the profile of the Academic Discipline, Institute and University. The post holder will make a positive contribution to the day-to-day activities of the Academic Discipline that may cover areas such as dissertation supervision, student recruitment, marketing activities, research seminars and workshops, staff training and professional development.

The post holder will develop administrative activities and make a positive contribution to the day-to-day activities of the Campus and support Programme Managers, Academic Directors and Campus Dean on academic and professional management of the Campus.

-MAIN DUTIES-
• Offer teaching and student support at undergraduate and postgraduate level of study, either individually or as a member of a teaching team
• Offer teaching in a variety of learning settings, from seminar and small group tutorials, to large lectures, workshops or placements, using appropriate and engaging teaching styles, within an established programme of study
• Design and develop teaching materials, assessment methods and criteria, for individual modules or modules within a specific subject area, with a clear awareness and understanding of relevant quality assurance requirements
• Supervise the work of students in a timely, professional and supportive manner, providing necessary advice on study skills, research methods, assessment and dissertation work
• Offer appropriate advice, feedback, support, and encouragement to students, in both an academic and personal tutor role, to ensure a high-quality student experience
• Undertake relevant scholarly and research activity, either as part of a collaborative project or individually, as a means of updating knowledge in an appropriate specialism and underpinning effective learning and teaching, or for seeking publication, knowledge transfer, public dissemination, or for funding and grant opportunities
• Engage in continuing professional development and enhancement through, for example: gaining membership of the Higher Education Academy; relevant University staff development; or membership of a relevant professional body
• Undertake appropriate administrative tasks, including leading on programmes and modules to ensure the effective operation and management of the curriculum and, at the request of a line manager, undertake cross-programme or Academic Discipline administrative role such as student admissions, or involvement in marketing and open day initiatives

- REQUIREMENTS -
You should have:
• A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline
• Experience in teaching, delivery, assessment and student support at undergraduate and postgraduate level in relevant subject area
• Experience in the design and development of module content
• Experience of leading modules/programmes
• Evidence of good organisational and personal management skills
• Evidence of excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively
• IT proficiency and experience of using e-resources, including a willingness to teach by video-link, VLE, e-mail or website delivery
• Evidence of the ability to balance competing pressures of teaching, scholarship, research, administrative demands and deadlines

Please view the Job Description for further details, where you will also find a list of the essential and desirable ‘Person Specification’ criteria.

-BENEFITS -
Our employees get access to a great pay and benefits package in recognition of their valued contribution including:
• Generous annual leave entitlement of 35 days’ annual leave per year, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days
• Pension scheme membership from USS to provide benefits for you and your family
• Family-friendly policies that provide for flexible working, including additional paid maternity and paternity leave
• Career and development opportunities, including support to gain further qualifications
• Support for mental health and wellbeing, including occupational health and counselling support services
• Travel schemes, including the cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan scheme
• Salary sacrifice vehicle leasing scheme for electric or hybrid cars

- HOW TO APPLY -
Please click the ‘Apply Now’ button to start your application. Each page of your application will be saved when you click ‘Next’ or ‘Previous’.

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: Wednesday 4th December 2024, at 11:59 pm

Function
Academic
Status
Full Time
Type
Permanent
Hours
37

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Senior Lecturer in Health and Social Care (Maternity Cover)

London

Job Ref
51427
Location
London
Salary
£46,974 per annum plus a London Weighting Allowance of £4,000 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 joint 3rd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times Higher Education, July 2024)
• 1st in Wales for 7 subjects and Top 10 in the UK for 3 subjects (Guardian University League Table 2024)

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.

We are looking for a Senior Lecturer in Health and Social Care to join our London campus working Full-time 37 hours per week, on a Fixed-term contract for 1 year (maternity cover).

- THE ROLE -
The post of Senior Lecturer in Health and Social Care will be located within the IICL. The post-holder will be under the line management of the Academic Director but will be expected to contribute to programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate level across the discipline and wider Institute (where appropriate).

The post holder will be expected to undertake scholarship, research, training or project work, either individually or within a team, to support the Centre and to enhance the profile of the wider Institute and University. The post holder will also be required to develop internal and external collaborative relationships and to contribute to programme developments, teaching and assessment related (but not exclusively) to Health and Social Care. The post holder will offer both academic and pastoral support and feedback to a diverse range of learners to the highest professional standards and regarding the ongoing enhancement of the student experience.

The post holder will make a positive contribution to the day-to-day activities of the Discipline that may cover areas such as research supervision, student recruitment, marketing activities, research seminars and workshops, staff training and professional development.

Main duties will include:
• Offer teaching and student support in an area of health and social at undergraduate and postgraduate level of study, either individually or as a member of a teaching team.
• Contribute to stakeholder engagement, course delivery and development of wider strategic initiatives.
• Offer teaching in a variety of learnings settings from seminar and small group tutorials, practical skills work, to personal development, using appropriate and engaging teaching styles, within an established programme of study and to relevant professional standards.
• Design and develop teaching materials, assessment methods and criteria, for individual modules or modules within a specific subject area, with a clear awareness and understanding of relevant quality assurance requirements.
• Supervise the work of students in a timely, professional and supportive manner, providing necessary advice on study skills, research methods, assessment and dissertation work.
• Offer appropriate advice, feedback, support, and encouragement to students, in both an academic and personal tutor role, to ensure a high quality student experience.
• Undertake programme management responsibilities as appropriate
• Undertake relevant scholarly and research activity, either as part of a collaborative project or individually, as a means of updating knowledge in an appropriate specialism and underpinning effective learning and teaching, or for seeking publication, knowledge transfer, public dissemination, or for funding and grant opportunities.
• Engage in continuing professional development and enhancement, through for example gaining membership of the Higher Education Academy, through relevant University staff development or through membership of a relevant professional body.
• Undertake appropriate administrative tasks to ensure the effective operation and management of the curriculum and, at the request of a line manager, undertake a small cross-programme or School administrative role such as student admissions, involvement in marketing and open day initiatives.
• Be an active and enthusiastic member of the Discipline, working collaboratively with colleagues, participating in school boards and staff-student committees, attending, where appropriate, Faculty working groups and committees, and making a positive contribution to the overall culture and environment of the School

- ABOUT YOU -
You should have:
• A postgraduate qualification in Health and Social Care or a relevant discipline
• Proven track record of working in/with a range of relevant applied professional settings
• Previous experience of teaching and supervision at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level
• Experience of working in the UK HE sector at appropriate level
• Ability to work across different teams and take the lead on strategic initiatives.
• Demonstrable commitment to equality and diversity in working practices
• Willingness to work flexibly to meet role requirements
• Experience of academic programme administration and management

Please view the Job Description for further details, where you will also find a list of the essential and desirable ‘Person Specification’ criteria.

-BENEFITS -
Our employees get access to a great pay and benefits package in recognition of their valued contribution including:
• Generous annual leave entitlement of 35 days’ annual leave per year, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days
• Pension scheme membership from USS to provide benefits for you and your family
• Family-friendly policies that provide for flexible working, including additional paid maternity and paternity leave
• Career and development opportunities, including support to gain further qualifications
• Support for mental health and wellbeing, including occupational health and counselling support services
• Travel schemes, including the cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan scheme
• Salary sacrifice vehicle leasing scheme for electric or hybrid cars

- HOW TO APPLY -
Please click the ‘Apply Now’ button to start your application. Each page of your application will be saved when you click ‘Next’ or ‘Previous’.

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: Monday 25th November 2024, at 11:59 pm

Function
Academic
Status
Full Time
Type
Fixed Term Contract
Hours
37

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Lecturer in Business Management

Birmingham

Job Ref
51398
Location
Birmingham
Salary
£39,347 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 joint 3rd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times Higher Education, July 2024)
• 1st in Wales for 7 subjects and Top 10 in the UK for 3 subjects (Guardian University League Table 2024)

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.

We are looking for a Lecturer in Business Management to join our Birmingham campus on a Full-time, Permanent basis, working 37 hours per week.

-THE ROLE-
The Lecturer in Business Management will be required to devise a range of teaching and assessment materials, covering several modules and subject areas within the broad areas of Business Management. They will be required to lead and/or teach modules such as Data Handling and Business Intelligence and (Quantitative) Research Methods. The ability and willingness to lead on business management undergraduate programmes will be an advantage.

The post holder will deliver teaching in a variety of different learning environments and use a variety of teaching styles and approaches, including all levels of undergraduate study and, where appropriate, postgraduate study. The post holder will offer both academic and pastoral feedback and support to students to the highest professional standards and with regard to the ongoing enhancement of the student experience.

The post holder will undertake scholarship, research, training or project work, either individually or within a team, to ensure ongoing professional development and to enhance the profile of the Academic Discipline, Institute and University. The post holder will make a positive contribution to the day-to-day activities of the Academic Discipline that may cover areas such as dissertation supervision, student recruitment, marketing activities, research seminars and workshops, staff training and professional development.

-MAIN DUTIES-
• Offer teaching and student support at undergraduate and postgraduate level of study, either individually or as a member of a teaching team
• Offer teaching in a variety of learning settings, from seminar and small group tutorials, to large lectures, workshops or placements, using appropriate and engaging teaching styles, within an established programme of study
• Design and develop teaching materials, assessment methods and criteria, for individual modules or modules within a specific subject area, with a clear awareness and understanding of relevant quality assurance requirements
• Supervise the work of students in a timely, professional and supportive manner, providing necessary advice on study skills, research methods, assessment and dissertation work
• Offer appropriate advice, feedback, support, and encouragement to students, in both an academic and personal tutor role, to ensure a high-quality student experience
• Undertake relevant scholarly and research activity, either as part of a collaborative project or individually, as a means of updating knowledge in an appropriate specialism and underpinning effective learning and teaching, or for seeking publication, knowledge transfer, public dissemination, or for funding and grant opportunities
• Engage in continuing professional development and enhancement through, for example: gaining membership of the Higher Education Academy; relevant University staff development; or membership of a relevant professional body
• Undertake appropriate administrative tasks, including leading on programmes and modules to ensure the effective operation and management of the curriculum and, at the request of a line manager, undertake cross-programme or Academic Discipline administrative role such as student admissions, or involvement in marketing and open day initiatives

- REQUIREMENTS -
You should have:
• A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline
• Experience in teaching, delivery, assessment and student support at undergraduate and postgraduate level in relevant subject area, with evidence of good student feedback
• Experience in the design and development of module content
• Experience of leading modules/programmes
• Evidence of good organisational and personal management skills
• Evidence of excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively
• IT proficiency and experience of using e-resources, including a willingness to teach by video-link, VLE, e-mail or website delivery
• Evidence of the ability to balance competing pressures of teaching, scholarship, research, administrative demands and deadlines

Please view the Job Description for further details, where you will also find a list of the essential and desirable ‘Person Specification’ criteria.

-BENEFITS -
Our employees get access to a great pay and benefits package in recognition of their valued contribution including:
• Generous annual leave entitlement of 35 days’ annual leave per year, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days
• Pension scheme membership from USS to provide benefits for you and your family
• Family-friendly policies that provide for flexible working, including additional paid maternity and paternity leave
• Career and development opportunities, including support to gain further qualifications
• Support for mental health and wellbeing, including occupational health and counselling support services
• Travel schemes, including the cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan scheme
• Salary sacrifice vehicle leasing scheme for electric or hybrid cars

- HOW TO APPLY -
Please click the ‘Apply Now’ button to start your application. Each page of your application will be saved when you click ‘Next’ or ‘Previous’.

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: Monday 25th November 2024, at 11:59 pm

Function
Academic
Status
Full Time
Type
Permanent
Hours
37

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Senior Lecturer in Health and Social Care

Birmingham

Job Ref
51413
Location
Birmingham
Salary
£46,974 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 joint 3rd in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Times Higher Education, July 2024)
• 1st in Wales for 7 subjects and Top 10 in the UK for 3 subjects (Guardian University League Table 2024)

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.

We are looking for a Senior Lecturer in Health and Social Care to join our Birmingham campus on a Full-time, Permanent basis, working 37 hours per week.

-THE ROLE-
The post of Senior Lecturer in Health and Social Care will be located within the IICL. The post-holder will be under the line management of the Academic Director but will be expected to contribute to programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate level across the discipline and wider Institute (where appropriate).

The post holder will be expected to undertake scholarship, research, training or project work, either individually or within a team, to support the Centre and to enhance the profile of the wider Institute and University. The postholder will also be required to develop internal and external collaborative relationships and to contribute to programme developments, teaching and assessment related (but not exclusively) to Health and Social Care. The post holder will offer both academic and pastoral support and feedback to a diverse range of learners to the highest professional standards and regarding the ongoing enhancement of the student experience.

The postholder will make a positive contribution to the day-to-day activities of the Discipline that may cover areas such as research supervision, student recruitment, marketing activities, research seminars and workshops, staff training and professional development.

- MAIN DUTIES -
• Offer teaching and student support in an area of health and social at undergraduate and postgraduate level of study, either individually or as a member of a teaching team.
• Contribute to stakeholder engagement, course delivery and development of wider strategic initiatives.
• Offer teaching in a variety of learnings settings from seminar and small group tutorials, practical skills work, to personal development, using appropriate and engaging teaching styles, within an established programme of study and to relevant professional standards.
• Design and develop teaching materials, assessment methods and criteria with a clear awareness and understanding of relevant quality assurance requirements.
• Supervise the work of students in a timely, professional and supportive manner, providing necessary advice on study skills, research methods, assessment and dissertation work.
• Offer appropriate advice, feedback, support, and encouragement to students, in both an academic and personal tutor role, to ensure a high quality student experience.
• Undertake programme management responsibilities
• Undertake relevant scholarly and research activity, either as part of a collaborative project or individually, as a means of updating knowledge in an appropriate specialism and underpinning effective learning and teaching, or for seeking publication, knowledge transfer, public dissemination, or for funding and grant opportunities.
• Engage in continuing professional development and enhancement, through for example gaining membership of the Higher Education Academy, through relevant University staff development or through membership of a relevant professional body.
• Undertake appropriate administrative tasks to ensure the effective operation and management of the curriculum and, at the request of a line manager, undertake a small cross-programme or School administrative role such as student admissions, involvement in marketing and open day initiatives.
• Be an active and enthusiastic member of the Discipline, working collaboratively with colleagues, participating in school boards and staff-student committees, attending Faculty working groups and committees, and making a positive contribution to the overall culture and environment of the School.

- REQUIREMENTS -
You should have:
• A postgraduate qualification in Health and Social Care or a relevant discipline
• Proven track record of working in/with a range of relevant applied professional settings
• Previous experience of teaching and supervision at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level
• Experience of working in the UK HE sector at appropriate level
• Ability to work across different teams and take the lead on strategic initiatives.
• Demonstrable commitment to equality and diversity in working practices
• Willingness to work flexibly to meet role requirements
• Experience of academic programme administration and management

Please view the Job Description for further details, where you will also find a list of the essential and desirable ‘Person Specification’ criteria.

-BENEFITS -
Our employees get access to a great pay and benefits package in recognition of their valued contribution including:
• Generous annual leave entitlement of 35 days’ annual leave per year, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days
• Pension scheme membership from USS to provide benefits for you and your family
• Family-friendly policies that provide for flexible working, including additional paid maternity and paternity leave
• Career and development opportunities, including support to gain further qualifications
• Support for mental health and wellbeing, including occupational health and counselling support services
• Travel schemes, including the cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan scheme
• Salary sacrifice vehicle leasing scheme for electric or hybrid cars

- HOW TO APPLY -
Please click the ‘Apply Now’ button to start your application. Each page of your application will be saved when you click ‘Next’ or ‘Previous’.

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: Sunday 24th November 2024, at 11:59 pm

Function
Academic
Status
Full Time
Type
Permanent
Hours
37

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Catering

Chef

Swansea

Job Ref
51429
Location
Swansea
Salary
£24,248 to £24,533 per annum

Chef
Swansea (SA1) campus as the base but should be able and prepared to other locations as necessary.
£24,248 to £24,533 per annum

- ABOUT US -
The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) is proud of our dedicated and talented employees, and we work together as a team to make a difference to the lives of our students and the communities we serve. We are 14th in the UK for Social Inclusion and 28th in the UK for Teaching Quality (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2023), and 21st in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Complete University Guide, 2023). Our success depends heavily on the commitment and skills of our people.

We are looking for a Chef to join us on a Full-time, Permanent basis, working 37 hours per week (5 out of 7 days).

- THE ROLE -
The post holder will need to ensure that the delivery is focused on quality, effective, efficient, and economic services.
Please view the Job Description for further details, where you will also find a list of the essential and desirable ‘Person Specification’ criteria.

- REQUIREMENTS -
You will need to hold:
- Good level of general education including written and numeracy skills
- Food Hygiene Level 2.
- NVQ 1, 2 and 3 or similar in a related discipline.
- Previous experience of working in busy catering environment.
- Experience of planning day-to-day delivery of service and to take ownership and control of a situation and area and the ability to maintain tight deadlines.
- Experience of setting and maintaining high food standards and delivery. Apply attention to detail in the food offer and service delivery.
- Ability to work effectively as an individual including being unsupervised, as part of a team and in partnership with others.
- Adopts a positive approach to personal learning and development.
- Ability and preparedness to work flexibly in terms of duties, shift patterns, campus locations and to respond to business needs at short notice.

It would also be beneficial if you have:
- Food Hygiene level 3
- Good I.T. skills.
- Ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh (oral and written).

- BENEFITS –
- Annual leave entitlement is 28 days’ annual leave per year, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days

Our employees get access to a comprehensive pay and benefits package in recognition of their valued contribution including:
- Competitive pay and pay progression
- Generous annual leave allowance including Christmas/New Year closure
- Pension scheme membership from USS to provide benefits for you and your family
- Access to a benefits and wellbeing platform, with a choice of benefits to suit your needs, including electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme and financial wellbeing services
- Support for health and wellbeing, including access to on-campus sports facilities at discounted rates, occupational health, and counselling support services
- Career and development opportunities, including support to gain further qualifications
- Family-friendly policies that provide for flexible working, including enhanced paid maternity and paternity leave
- Travel schemes, including the cycle to work scheme.

- HOW TO APPLY -
If you feel you could thrive and make an impact in this role, please apply via the button shown.
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.
Note your correspondence language will be determined by the language you apply in. To apply in Welsh, please click ‘Cymraeg’ at the top right of the screen.

Closing date: 2 December 2024, 11:59 pm

Function
Catering
Status
Full Time
Type
Permanent
Hours
37

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Finance

Senior Administrative Officer: Finance Business Support

Birmingham

Job Ref
51431
Location
Birmingham
Salary
£29,605 per annum

- ABOUT US -
The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) is proud of our dedicated and talented employees, and we work together as a team to make a difference to the lives of our students and the communities we serve. We are 14th in the UK for Social Inclusion and 28th in the UK for Teaching Quality (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2023), and 21st in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Complete University Guide, 2023). Our success depends heavily on the commitment and skills of our people.

The Institute of Inner City Learning (IICL) is one of the University of Wales Trinity Saint David’s four Institutes with campuses in Birmingham and London. The IICL has multiple intakes per annum, delivers continuous learning, teaching and recruitment cycles and operates in an intensely competitive inner-city and multicultural HE environment. The Institute currently has approx. 4,000 non-residential students on Certificates of Higher Education, Honours degrees, Masters and Doctoral programmes, some of which are also taught at weekends.

We are now looking for a Senior Administrative Officer (Finance Business Support) to join our Birmingham campus on a full-time, permanent basis, working 37 hours per week.

- THE ROLE –
The Senior Administrative Officer: Finance Business Support will assist the Campus Finance Manager and the Senior Finance Business Partner (IICL) in producing accurate and timely key management and financial information using financial planning monitoring tools and models to enable effective management decision making.

This will involve being the key point of contact overseeing all matters related to student finances across the Institute, providing support to students according to priorities of the academic cycle working collaboratively with internal and external colleagues. The Post holder will be expected to work closely with the Student Loan Company and manage the Institute’s student debt, delivering high quality customer services and administrative support.

Main duties will include:
Student Finance:
• Key IICL point of contact for students’ finance queries giving advice on all matters related to tuition fees and working closely Student Loans Company as well as colleagues across the University in Finance, Registry, Admissions, Student services and Assessment.
• Monitor IICL student debt and prepare regular student debt reports for the Institute’s senior management.
• Produce student withdrawal and retention reports for use by the IICL senior management to help them make informed decisions and improve academic outcomes.
• Establish IICL students’ tuition fees funding status and take appropriate action to support students without funding.
• Proactively identifying potential barriers within the student finance processes.
• Closely liaise with other teams across the Institute to facilitate swift student registration.
• Assist the Campus Finance Manager and the Senior Finance Business Partner to design a robust student debt monitoring system.
• Monitor multiple e-mail accounts and respond in an appropriate and timely manner.

Financial management:
• Raise purchase orders in accordance with the University’s financial policies and procedures.
• Liaise with the University’s central Purchase Ledger team to ensure the Institute’s invoices are paid in a timely manner.
• Manage the Institute’s corporate credit card purchases and prepare necessary reconciliations for submission to central Finance.
• Support the Campus Finance Manager and the Senior Finance Business Partner in collating information and preparing IICL monthly financial performance reports and ad hoc analysis.
• Support the Campus Finance Manager and the Senior Finance Business Partner in preparing IICL budgets, business plans and forecasts along with monitoring costs against budgets.
• Prepare and post journals into the General Ledger.

Please view the Job Description for further details, where you will also find a list of the essential and desirable ‘Person Specification’ criteria.

- REQUIREMENTS -
You should have:
• Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience
• Knowledge of Student Loan Company and its processes
• Previous experience providing student support in a Higher Education setting
• Effective organisational skills and demonstrable attention to detail
• Effective and relevant IT skills
• Significant experience in providing customer service or service support
• Effective communication skills, with an ability to communicate at all levels of an organisation
• Ability to manage workload, organising and prioritising work to meet strict financial deadlines
• An ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, when working to a specific project brief and produce measurable results

- BENEFITS -
Our employees get access to a great pay and benefits package in recognition of their valued contribution including:
• Good pay and conditions; as an accredited living wage employer, we offer competitive pay
• Generous annual leave entitlement of 28 days per year, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days
• Pension scheme membership from USS to provide benefits for you and your family
• Family-friendly policies that provide for flexible working, including additional paid maternity and paternity leave
• Career and development opportunities, including support to gain further qualifications
• Support for mental health and wellbeing, including occupational health and counselling support services
• Travel schemes, including the cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan scheme

- HOW TO APPLY -
Please click the ‘Apply Now’ button to start your application. Each page of your application will be saved when you click ‘Next’ or ‘Previous’.

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: Wednesday 4th December 2024, at 11:59pm.

Function
Finance
Status
Full Time
Type
Permanent
Hours
37

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Operations

Site Operative

Carmarthen

Job Ref
51426
Location
Carmarthen
Salary
£24,248- £24,533 per annum plus 10% shift allowance

Site Operative
Carmarthen Campus (with a requirement to frequently work across other campuses)
£24,248- £24,533 per annum plus 10% shift allowance
Full time, 37 hours per week, working a Rota basis covering 24/7, Permanent

- ABOUT US -

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) is proud of our dedicated and talented employees, and we work together as a team to make a difference to the lives of our students and the communities we serve. We are 14th in the UK for Social Inclusion and 28th in the UK for Teaching Quality (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2023), and 21st in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Complete University Guide, 2023). Our success depends heavily on the commitment and skills of our people.

We are now looking for a Site Operative to join the University on a full time, permanent basis, working 37 hours over 7 days a week.

- THE ROLE –
The post holder will be responsible for maintaining the security of UWTSD premises and the environment. In addition, depending on Rota and need, they will be expected to carry out caretaking duties, portering, and minor maintenance, as well as other general duties required by the role.
Please view the job description for further details.

- ABOUT YOU –

To be considered for this role, you will need:
- Good general level of education
- Valid full driving license
- Willingness to undertake first-aid certificate training
- Previous experience in providing grounds and minor maintenance service
- Ability to identify potential risks and undertake risk assessments
- Ability to provide excellent customer service
- Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Ability to demonstrate effective organisational skills
- Ability to apply attention to detail
- Ability to meet tight deadlines
- Good IT skills (training will be given on University systems)
- Demonstrates self-motivation and ability to work unsupervised
- Able to work as part of a team and in partnership with others
- Recognises the need for and demonstrates appropriate confidentiality
- Able and prepared to work flexibly, including travel between campuses and locations when required

It would also be beneficial if you have:

- Valid first aid certification
- Previous experience of working in Higher Education
- Previous experience of providing security services in a similar environment
- Previous experience of switch board service
- Understanding of a Planned Preventative Maintenance
- Ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh – oral and
written

- BENEFITS –

- Annual leave entitlement is 28 days’ annual leave per year, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days

Our comprehensive pay and benefits package includes:
- Competitive pay and pay progression
- Generous annual leave allowance including Christmas/New Year closure
- Pension scheme membership from USS to provide benefits for you and your family
- Access to a benefits and wellbeing platform, with a choice of benefits to suit your needs, including electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme and financial wellbeing services
- Support for health and wellbeing, including access to on-campus sports facilities at discounted rates, occupational health, and counselling support services
- Career and development opportunities, including support to gain further qualifications
- Family-friendly policies that provide for flexible working, including enhanced paid maternity and paternity leave
- Travel schemes, including the cycle to work scheme.

Closing date: 2 December 2024 11:59pm

Function
Operations
Status
Full Time
Type
Permanent
Hours
37

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Senior Operations Administrator

Carmarthen

Job Ref
51425
Location
Carmarthen
Salary
£29,605 - £32,982 per annum

Senior Operations Administrator
Carmarthen Campus (with a requirement to frequently work across other campuses)
£29,605 - £32,982 per annum
Full time (37 hours over 7 days a week), Permanent

- ABOUT US -

The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) is proud of our dedicated and talented employees, and we work together as a team to make a difference to the lives of our students and the communities we serve. We are 14th in the UK for Social Inclusion and 28th in the UK for Teaching Quality (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2023), and 21st in the UK for Student Satisfaction (Complete University Guide, 2023). Our success depends heavily on the commitment and skills of our people.

We are now looking for a Senior Operations Administrator to join the University on a full time basis, permanent basis, working 37 hours over 7 days a week.

- THE ROLE –
The post holder will have responsibility for and/or general oversight of particular aspects of the administration within the Directorate. Post holder will be required to place a strong emphasis on the provision of high-quality administrative support and customer service

- ABOUT YOU –

To be considered for this role, you will need:
- Educated to HND or degree level (preferably in chosen field) or has demonstrable experience
- ILM Level 3 or equivalent qualification or experience
- Previous experience in providing high quality, faced paced administrative support
- Previous experience dealing with Estates and Facilities administration and contractor control
- Previous experience of preparing documents for audit
- Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Experience with contract management and negotiations
- Ability to demonstrate effective organisational skills
- Ability to meet tight deadlines when required
- A high level of proficiency in the use of Microsoft packages.
- The ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh

It would also be beneficial if you have:

- Experience of working in Higher Education

- BENEFITS –

- Annual leave entitlement is 28 days’ annual leave per year, plus 8 bank holidays and 4 University closure days

Our comprehensive pay and benefits package includes:
- Competitive pay and pay progression
- Generous annual leave allowance including Christmas/New Year closure
- Pension scheme membership from USS to provide benefits for you and your family
- Access to a benefits and wellbeing platform, with a choice of benefits to suit your needs, including electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme and financial wellbeing services
- Support for health and wellbeing, including access to on-campus sports facilities at discounted rates, occupational health, and counselling support services
- Career and development opportunities, including support to gain further qualifications
- Family-friendly policies that provide for flexible working, including enhanced paid maternity and paternity leave
- Travel schemes, including the cycle to work scheme.

Closing date: 21 November 2024 11:59pm

Function
Operations
Status
Full Time
Type
Permanent
Hours
37

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