The successful candidate will provide efficient and effective operational activities that support day to day operations and the development and delivery of Apprenticeship programmes. You will be providing the highest level of customer service to internal and external stakeholders, including employers and funding body. This includes general administration support for data collection, data entry and organisation of documents for evidence packs.
The Person
The ideal candidate will have good knowledge of apprenticeships and ESFA funding rules and OFSTED expectations. They will also have administrative experience in Apprenticeships and/or compliance as well as knowledge of Apprenticeship funding rules and regulatory requirements.
You will be a self-motivated, dynamic individual with good communication skills (written and verbal) who can work collaboratively with others. You will have strong IT literacy and organisational skills with the ability to organise and prioritise work independently and effectively, ensuring delivery to tight timescales and have the attributes specified in the job description.
Directorate/Function
The Central Apprenticeship Team is part of the Academic Services Directorate, reporting to the Pro Vice Chancellor for Knowledge Exchange & Innovation.
The Academic Services Directorate includes Research & Impact, Knowledge Exchange, Academic Registry, Quality Assurance and Enhancement, the Learning and Teaching Enhancement Centre and Planning. Collectively the Directorate supports academics in their research and KE activities and supports some of the University's governance and decision-making committees, maintains academic regulations, develops, and implements academic policies, oversees the quality and standards of academic provision, and leads the development of education practices across the University.
The Directorate is responsible for stimulating cutting edge research, impact and knowledge exchange and supporting a vibrant community of graduate research students, to increase the volume, impact and visibility of our research and business activities. We actively liaise with Faculties and researchers to support and develop research activities across all disciplines and provide related training and development opportunities. We foster interdisciplinary working to promote, advance and share knowledge with the overall aim of securing new revenue sources and contributing to regional prosperity. Our goal is to foster and sustain a vibrant research culture in which our researchers and research students can flourish.
As a directorate, we identify opportunities for innovation, see change as an opportunity, value constructive feedback and share good practice across the University.
Further information
This is a full time, fixed term position for 12 months with a starting salary of £28,771 per annum.
Interviews are expected to be held on Wednesday 12 March 2025.
For informal enquiries, please contact Mrs Sylvia Roberts Law, Degree Apprenticeships Compliance Manager.
Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.
We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.
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