Admissions Scheduling and Processing Assistant

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.

BNU continues to experience rapid growth in student numbers, making us one of the fastest-growing higher education providers. This is an exciting time to join the University as we invest significantly in estate developments and welcome Jay Blades MBE as our inaugural Chancellor.  

Sitting at the heart of the applicant journey, the admissions team aims to provide a first class customer experience to those seeking to become a BNU Student and to de-mystify the application process. Acting as a primary point of contact for applicants, this role will be essential in guiding students through from enquiry to enrolment.  

All applications are to be made on-line. The University operates an anonymised shortlisting process and therefore any uploaded CV’s or supporting documents must not include your name and personal details. Please ensure the application form is filled out in full. 

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 David Woolley (david.woolley@bnu.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: 16 February 2025

Interview Date:  W/C 24 February 2025

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.    

BNU is a Disability Confident employer and as such you will be given the opportunity to declare a disability as part of the application process. The University is also committed to achieving the Race Equality Charter.  

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