The College employs a wide-ranging mixture of academic, research, management, and support staff. In addition, the College is sometimes able to offer associations to academics employed by other faculties or departments of the University and to academics visiting Oxford.
Facilities and Benefits
University College offers a wide range of excellent facilities and benefits to its staff, for example:
- Generous holiday allowances
- Optional pension schemes
- Personal and professional development opportunities
- Free lunches when on duty
- Interest-free season ticket loans for travel on public transport
- Free use of the on-site squash court
- Discounted use of the University’s sports facilities
Specific information about the benefits associated with each post is provided within the further particulars when it is advertised.
Equality and Diversity
University College aims to promote equality of opportunity and treatment for all men and women working and studying at the College or applying to do so and to ensure equality of access to all services provided by the College. The College aims to foster an environment in which unlawful discrimination and harassment are not tolerated and where all members of the College community are encouraged to achieve their full potential. Further information about the College’s Equality Duty is available on our Policy Documents page.
CURRENT VACANCIES
Communications Assistant
Permanent
Part Time (22.5 hrs)
£27,838 – £31,459 p.a. pro rata
Oxford
Would you like to work for a friendly, inclusive and ambitious college in creating and delivering engaging communications?
University College is seeking a motivated and organised professional to fill the Communications Assistant role in our Development, Communications and Alumni Relations Team. It is an exciting time to join the College, following our 775th Anniversary year, to be a part of our high-performing, supportive and dynamic team, brimming full of future plans.
This is a stimulating opportunity to make the most of your excellent writing, creative and organisation skills. The Communications Assistant is an essential supporting role, working with the Digital Communications Manager and Communications Officer to deliver excellent and engaging content to both internal and external audiences. If you’re looking for a busy role, where each day is varied and full of learning opportunities, this would be a perfect role for you.
The post-holder will need to be a self-starter, organised, innovative and be able to work with others as a team. Together with experience of managing digital channels and creating engaging content, you will have a keen eye for detail, strong communication skills and be able to communicate with a wide range of people with tact and sensitivity.
This post is offered as part time, working in the Communications office at the College. We provide a generous holiday allowance, free lunch, an employee assistance programme, among other benefits.
To apply:
Please apply with a CV and a cover letter here.
The closing date for applications is 12pm on 26th November 2024.
Interviews and tests will be held in person at University College, Oxford on 3rd December 2024.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact: Felice Nassar, Director of Development, Communications and Alumni Relations, felice.nassar@univ.ox.ac.uk
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The College is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all candidates and encourage applications from women and minority groups who are currently under-represented in this part of the College.
Digital Communications Manager
Permanent
Full Time (36.5 hrs)
£38,674 – £46,913 per annum
Oxford (hybrid working negotiable)
Would you like to work for a friendly, inclusive and ambitious college to lead strategic and engaging digital communications?
University College is seeking a motivated and organised professional to take on the role of Digital Communications Manager in our Development, Alumni Relations and Communications Team. It is an exciting time to join the College, following our 775th Anniversary year, to be a part of our high-performing, supportive and dynamic team, brimming full of future plans.
This is a stimulating opportunity to implement a strategic approach to digital communications across our diverse audiences – across the College, wider University, students and funders. Managing the Communications Assistant, you will also work alongside the Communications Officer to produce engaging content for, and build relationships with, both internal and external audiences. If you’re looking for a busy role, where each day is varied, this would be a perfect role for you.
The post-holder will need to be a self-starter, strategic, innovative and be able to manage multiple stakeholders. Together with experience of optimising and managing digital channels, you will have good management skills and be able to communicate with a wide range of people with tact and sensitivity.
This post is offered as full time, with flexible/hybrid working potential. We provide a generous holiday allowance, free lunch, private health insurance, an employee assistance programme, among other benefits.
To apply:
Please apply with a CV and a cover letter here
The closing date for applications is 12pm on 26th November 2024.
Interviews and tests will be held in person at University College, Oxford on 2nd December 2024.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact: Felice Nassar, Director of Development, Communications and Alumni Relations, felice.nassar@univ.ox.ac.uk
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The College is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all candidates and encourage applications from women and minority groups who are currently under-represented in this part of the College.
Kitchen Assistant
Full time (40 Hours per week)
£12.49 per hour
University College is looking for a Kitchen Assistant to join the busy Kitchen team. The post holder will be required to assist the kitchen brigade on the preparation and production of high-quality food for students, fellows and staff of the college. You will help to maintain the high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the Kitchen. You must have excellent work standards and team working skills.
This post is offered full time (40 hours per week). We would consider a job share for this role at 20hr per week. Suitable training will be provided for the successful candidate.
In return we offer generous benefits including: 29 days holiday, free smart zone bus pass, pension scheme etc.
Please apply with a CV and a covering letter here.
The closing date for applications is 12.00pm on 28 November 2024
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Job Description
Further Particulars
Recruitment Monitoring Form
The College is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all candidates and encourage applications from women and minority groups who are currently under-represented in this part of the College.
Lodge Manager
Permanent
Full Time – 36.5 hours per week
Salary – £38,674 – £46,913 per annum
Univ is recruiting for a full time Lodge Manager (Head Porter) to manage our lodge operations. This is a vital role, which presents the face of the College to many groups that interact with the lodge.
The Lodge is the welfare, information and security hub of the College open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, throughout the year. It is staffed by a team of seven full time/part time porters who are a crucial part of College life – combining welfare skills where needed with practical knowhow in many situations to help students through their time at Univ.
The Lodge Manager’s role is key in leading the team that is a core part of College’s support network for students, staff and visitors ensuring that the highest degree of professionalism and confidentiality is maintained at all times is paramount. The post-holder will report to the Domestic Bursar and is expected to work closely with College Officers, Fellows and staff in the exercise of their day-to-day duties.
The successful applicant will be sociable and outgoing, highly customer focused, with sound communication skills. Experience of managing staff in a customer facing role is essential together with a relevant management qualification or equivalent experience.
You will also need to be well organised, good at multi-tasking and flexible in your approach to work and changing demands day to day. Good bearing and a command of the respect of all members of the College is imperative, as is a compassionate and empathetic approach to people and an affinity for working with young people in an educational setting.
Benefits
In return, you will benefit from working for a supportive, and inclusive organisation offering good development opportunities plus a comprehensive package of benefits including:
- Private health insurance
- 30 days holiday per year
- Free meals while on duty
- Bus pass purchase scheme
- EAP services etc
Please apply with a CV and a cover letter here.
An enhanced DBS check will be done
Deadline
22 November 2024
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The College is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all candidates and encourage applications from women and minority groups who are currently under-represented in this part of the College.
Lodge Porter
Permanent; Part Time (40 hrs p/w); £13.54 per hour
University College is seeking to appoint a Lodge Porter to join their friendly Univ. Lodge Team.
The Lodge is both the information and security hub of the College, supporting students, staff and visitors on a daily basis with a range of services.
The post-holder will be required to contribute to the efficient and effective running of the Lodge, to receive enquiries and to promote a positive, welcoming and professional image of the College, whilst maintaining a secure and safe working environment for all College members.
The ideal candidate will be sociable and outgoing, highly customer focused, with sound communication and team working skills. You will also have good organisational skills and be able to provide excellent customer service.
This is a 40 hours per week post (Monday to Friday) comprising of a 3 shift rotational system (07.00 – 15.00 on week 1, 11.00 – 19.00 on week 2 and 15.00 to 23.00 on week 3, you then revert to week 1 again). Overtime may also be available. For more information please see the Job Description and Further Particulars.
In return, we offer generous holiday, pension, bicycle purchase scheme, amongst other benefits.
Please apply with a CV and a Covering letter here.
The closing date for applications is 12.00pm on Friday 6 December 2024
Interviews will be held in w/c 16 December 2024
A DBS Check will be required for this post.
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The College is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all candidates and encourage applications from women and minority groups who are currently under-represented in this part of the College.
Weekend Lodge Porter
Permanent
Part Time (16 hrs p/w)
£13.54 per hour
University College is seeking to appoint a Weekend Lodge Porter to join the friendly Univ. Lodge Team.
The Lodge is both the information and security hub of the College, supporting students, staff and visitors on a daily basis with a range of services.
The post-holder will be required to contribute to the efficient and effective running of the Lodge, to receive enquiries and to promote a positive, welcoming and professional image of the College, whilst maintaining a secure and safe working environment for all College members.
The ideal candidate will be sociable and outgoing, highly customer focused, with sound communication and team working skills. You will also have good organisational skills and be able to provide excellent customer service. For more information, please see the Job Description and Further Particulars.
In return, we offer generous holiday, pension, bicycle purchase scheme, amongst other benefits.
Please apply with a CV and a covering letter here.
The closing date for applications is 12.00pm on 27 November 2024
Interviews- week commencing 2 December 2024
A DBS Check will be required for this post.
Attachments
Job Description
Further Particulars
Recruitment Monitoring Form
The College is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all candidates and encourage applications from women and minority groups who are currently under-represented in this part of the College.
