Business Administrator Practice Learning Hub

Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That’s why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.

Our University’s DRIVE values and are at the heart of all that we do. We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and to each other as colleagues. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you require.

The post holder will provide administrative support for the Practice Learning Hub team. The Practice Learning Hub (PLH) leads the delivery of a centralised approach to the support and operational services of practice-learning in health and social care-related education and training. An important part of this role will involve the implementation of our new online practice assessment system (ePAD). Applicants should have good general education to GCSE standard and should be motivated, well organised and able to work independently and as part of a team. They should have excellent communication skills and proven ability to use Microsoft Office with database management. Experience of customer service and/or dealing with the public, administration skills and problem solving skills are essential for this role.

The purpose of the job description is to indicate the general level of responsibility: the duties may vary from time to time without changing their general character or level of responsibility. While working in a particular area of responsibility, the postholder should be prepared to provide support to other areas as and when required.

What we offer:

• a generous holiday entitlement (30 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)
• training & development support opportunities
• contributory pension scheme
• discounted gym membership for our on-site gym
• a range of staff discounts with major retailers.

If you have the qualities and attributes representative of the University’s values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.

For further information about this role please contact For further information about this role please contact Associate Professor Placements and Work-Based Learning, Helen Ayo-Ajayi on helen.ayo-ajayi@bucks.ac.uk or Hemali Trivedi Hemali.trivedi@buck.ac.uk

All applications are to be made in full and online.

BNU is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our aim is to continue to build an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves. We therefore ensure that our interview/shortlisting Chairs complete the relevant e-learning and/or inclusive recruitment training.

We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in BNU’S workforce. These include people from global majority backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ people, particularly in more senior roles.

Closing Date: 3 January 2025

Interview Date:20 January 2025 (word and excel test)

If you are successful in securing an interview for the role, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

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