Join Our Dynamic Team as an Assessment and Progression Assistant
Are you passionate about enhancing the student experience and ensuring academic success? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a commitment to providing excellent service? We have a vacancy in our School of Natural Sciences Assessment and Progression team.
The school delivers teaching and research activities across our core subjects, advancing the boundaries of science for the wider benefit of society and inspiring staff and students to promote positive change.
Be part of a forward-thinking institution that values innovation, collaboration, and the student experience. We offer opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive and inclusive environment.
About the Role
As an Assessment and Progression Administrator, you will play a crucial role in the student journey. Assessment and progression are vital components of academic success, ensuring that students are evaluated fairly and supported throughout their educational experience. Your responsibilities will include:
1. Quality Assurance: Contributing to quality assurance processes to maintain high academic standards.
2. Exam Preparation: Preparing and organizing exam papers
3. Student Results: Checking and publishing student results accurately and promptly.
4. Continuous Assessment: Supporting the management of continuous assessment, dissertations, and project procedures.
5. Exam Boards: Servicing Examination Boards.
6. System Management: Being an expert user of Campus Solutions, ensuring all assessment instances are set up correctly and marks are recorded accurately.
7. Online Learning: Supporting online learning environments such as Blackboard and Canvas in relation to assessment and progression activities.
8. Student Enquiries: Addressing specific assessment-related enquiries
Why Assessment and Progression Matter
Assessment and progression are integral to the student journey, providing a structured pathway for academic development and success. By ensuring fair and transparent evaluation processes, we help students achieve their full potential and prepare them for future challenges. Your role will be pivotal in maintaining the integrity of our academic programs and supporting students in their educational pursuits.
What We Are Looking For
9. A keen eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy.
10. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks in a busy environment.
11. Strong communication skills to provide information, advice, and guidance to stakeholders.
12. Experience working in a team environment within a large organization.
13. Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
14. A high level of digital literacy and experience with relevant systems.
15. A commitment to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of work.
Join our team and be part of a vibrant and supportive community dedicated to excellence in teaching, learning, and student experience.
What will you get in return:
16. Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
17. Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
18. Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
19. Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
20. Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers