About ARU:
ARU is a global university transforming lives through innovative, inclusive and entrepreneurial education and research. ARU holds a Gold award for the quality of its education, awarded through the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).
ARU's research institutes and four faculties bridge scientific, technical and creative fields. We deliver impactful research which tackles pressing issues and makes a real difference to our communities. Our academic excellence has been recognised by the UK's Higher Education funding bodies, with 16 of our research areas assessed as world leading. We are the largest provider of Nursing, Midwifery, Health and Social Care students in the East of England, and we are also among the UK's leading universities for degree apprenticeship provision, working with hundreds of employers across the UK.
About the role:
We are seeking to appoint a Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Caseworker to provide individual support and advice to students who have been accused of harassment or sexual misconduct. They will identify relevant support needs, and advise on what to expect from broader processes
This is 6-month fixed term role with potential for extension as ARU develops staffing and resources to respond to the new Office for Students condition to address harassment and sexual misconduct
Applicants should have a degree, relevant professional qualification or proven experience of supporting individuals in this area.
Informal enquiries can be made to David Walmsley, Deputy Director of Student & Library Services, at
Find out more about working with us and how we recruit.
We have an agile working culture and offer an extensive range of benefits including generous holiday entitlement, occupational pension schemes, training and development opportunities, travel to work scheme and a competitive relocation package. Visit our benefits page for full details.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of our staff and students and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that ARU will carry out online searches as part of the due diligence on short listed candidates.
This appointment is subject to an enhanced level children's and adults barred list disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Further information can be obtained from
We value diversity at ARU and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
We have a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Committed to being inclusive and open to discuss flexible working.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we have received sufficient applications.
Guidance Notes:
Please download the Job Description Person Specification for key requirements. To apply, demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the criteria.
Job Category
Administrative
Vacancy Type
Fixed term contract
Fixed Term Duration
6 months
Employment Type
Part time
Salary From
£31,236 p.a. pro rata
Salary To
£36,636 p.a. pro rata
Location
Chelmsford/Cambridge
Ref No
3658
Closing Date
07/10/2025