1 permanent full time role and 1 Fixed-term maternity cover role available.
Location: York
Salary: £25,448 to £26,338 per annum
Introduction to the University
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.
Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The Team
The Directorate of Marketing, Student Recruitment & Admissions is a vibrant and diverse team of professionals providing a range of key functions and support for the University in the areas of Admissions, Marketing, Events, Alumni, Student Recruitment, Schools Liaison and Communications. You will join a team of 10 dedicated Admissions staff.
The Role
We are seeking to appoint two Admissions Assistants to provide administrative support for the processing of applications to the University for Home and EU students, both for our Undergraduate and Postgraduate courses. The role is also responsible for processing applications for non-standard entry routes and clearance checks, for example DBS checks, for our professional courses. You will be required to work some weekends and out of hours.
Required Skills And Experience
You will be an experienced professional with excellent communication skills, reliable judgement, attention to detail and the proven ability to manage a complex workload within tightly defined timescales. A full list of responsibilities and requirements is detailed within the Job Description.
Additional Information
It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview with a panel. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.
Unfortunately, this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship; however, we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
We offer a range of family-friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.
Application process support
We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process. Before starting your application, please refer to the attached candidate guidance which provides advice about completing the application process.
If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position, please contact vacancies@yorksj.ac.uk. Within the application form, there is an opportunity for you to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage of the process; however, if you wish to discuss this in further detail at any point in the process, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Our Benefits Package
We offer a wide range of employee benefits including:
* Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period.
* Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants).
* Pension scheme.
* Health Cash Plan after six months service.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists.
* On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software.
* Relocation expenses package for certain roles.
* Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role).
Closing Date - Sunday 16 March 2025 at midnight
Provisional Interview Date - Thursday 03 April 2025
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