Programme Support Officer (Part-time)

Bournemouth University’s vision is worldwide recognition as a leading university for inspiring learning, advancing knowledge, and enriching society through the fusion of education, research, and practice. Our highly skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the globe, who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences that help to build our global learning community.

The Faculty of Science & Technology is looking for a highly motivated individual to be responsible for the day to day management of all administrative duties for designated academic programmes. You will be a customer focused individual who is flexible and able to manage deadlines effectively, to provide specialist knowledge and to support students, academic staff and external stakeholders.

You will need to demonstrate significant administrative experience coupled with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organisational flair, combined with a proactive approach is essential as is the ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team. You will have an advanced understanding of Microsoft Office, databases and spreadsheets.

Ideally you will hold a first degree, or have acquired relevant professional qualification, sector specific knowledge, and experience in training and developing students. Excellent communication skills and a highly organised approach are required.

This position is available on a part-time basis for 18.50 hours per week. As this is a job share, the hours will be half day on Wednesdays and all day on Thursdays and Fridays.

This position does not meet the eligibility requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route within the UK Visa and Immigration service’s Points Based System. Therefore, BU will not be able to sponsor individuals who require permission to work to carry out this position.

For further information and discussion please contact the Programme Support Team Leaders, Faculty of Science & Technology (SciTechPSTL@bournemouth.ac.uk)

BU values and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We seek a diverse community through attracting, developing and retaining staff from different backgrounds to contribute to inspirational learning, advancing knowledge and enriching society. To support and enable our staff to achieve a balance between work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.