Administrative Assistant
- Employer
- The Open University
- Location
- Greater Manchester, Wythenshawe
- Salary
- £12.20 - £12.21 per hour
- Closing date
- 20 Jul 2022
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- Sector
- Administration and Business Support
- Job Type
- Contract
- Hours
- Full-time
Job Details
Working as part of a flexible team supporting colleagues, ensuring the delivery of high-quality administrative activities, and contributing towards continuous improvement. The role holder will play a key frontline role in handling and resolving tuition delivery enquiries for internal and external stakeholders. Key responsibilities * Carrying out essential, time-critical administrative and operational tasks relating to tuition delivery. * Providing effective and accurate information to Faculties (including Associate Lecturers) and colleagues within Academic Services on a range of policies and procedures related to tuition delivery. * Contributing to the production, review and update of procedures and related documents for AL Services activities. * Effectively and confidently access, utilise and update University systems and databases. * Assisting in the development and continuous improvement of tuition delivery and AL Services. * Taking responsibility for continually developing skills and knowledge to maintain and improve personal performance and adapt to evolving business practices and procedures. Other general duties when required - this is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities Skills and experience Essential * GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above, or equivalent NVQ Level 2/SVQ 2 Customer Service or equivalent experience. * Relevant experience of working in an office environment. * Ability to build rapport and communicate clearly, both in spoken and written English. * Ability to use IT systems with confidence and experience using standard Microsoft applications. * Ability to undertake high volumes of routine data entry and manipulation tasks. * Good organisational skills, including ability to cope with heavy workloads and repetitive tasks and to meet deadlines. * Ability to work successfully as part of a team and on own initiative. * A positive approach and commitment to excellent customer service. * Ability to work as part of a virtual or distributed team. Desirable * NVQ Level 2/SVQ 2 Customer Service or equivalent experience. * Experience of working within a higher education environment
Company
TAPFIN, part of ManpowerGroup, are now working with The Open University as their strategic partner for all temporary and contingent requirements across their various locations.
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Testimonials
Jo Priddey
I started working with the OU as temporary staff through Manpower during the pandemic. I thought the initial training was fantastic and felt well prepared to start working. When I was offered a permanent position it was great that the OU took my personal needs into consideration so that I am able to complete my degree and work 4 days a week.
Charles White
The recruitment process was smooth from start to finish. As an applicant, it was useful to have the selection process made clear to you from the outset. Communication from Manpower was, and remains, good. Excellent candidate care continues to be provided, they are both responsive and proactive.
Anonymous
So far the Open University has been the best job I have ever had, a very relaxed environment, everyone open to helping one another, no pressure and all trainers prioritise the quality of calls rather than the quantity.
Sarah George
Whilst working at the Open University, the support I have received has been outstanding; from colleagues at advisor level, to the senior management team, there is not a question or query that has not been resolved without a swift and appropriate response.
Thecla Chakunte
Working with the Open University has opened me to a lot. There are a lot of trainings to improve your skills and open you to other possibilities. There is room for growth. A lot of it. And did you know you can study for FREE as permanent staff? Wow! There are other juicy perks too.
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