Administrator (Learning and Teaching) - Glasgow, United Kingdom - University of Glasgow

University of Glasgow

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Glasgow, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Description

Job Purpose

To provide effective and efficient administration support for Learning and Teaching processes to maintain the effective running of the College of Arts and its constituent Schools.

The role holder will be deployed across the College of Arts to meet current operational need with initial deployment expected to be in the School of Humanities.

The role holder will be expected to work in conjunction with the other School Learning and Teaching Administrators, to provide comprehensive administrative support to Course Convenors, Heads of Subject and Head of Professional Services to ensure the efficient functioning of the School's taught courses, both UG and PGT.

Reporting to the School Senior Teaching Support Administrator, to provide the effective and efficient operation of both the undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and learning support across the School of Humanities, ultimately supporting the School to meet its strategic objectives and targets.

As a progressive and constantly evolving institution, the University implements new systems and adopts new ways of working, and over time the role holder can expect to be deployed in other areas of the College to cover business needs.

This will provide the role holder with the opportunity to acquire a variety of skills and experience.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The role holder will be responsible for providing a broad range of administrative support across a portfolio of undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate taught (PGT) courses in line with School, College and University procedures. Working independently to resolve queries in a timely and efficient manner via shared mailboxes, helpdesk, telephone and in-person enquiries regarding all aspects of the UG and PGT student life cycle.
The role holder will ensure all student and academic records are updated and maintained across relevant University systems including ensuring any recording, consultation or paperwork has been completed and processed efficiently and within School/College/University deadlines, procedures, and policies.
Responsibility for providing comprehensive administrative support in relation to the delivery of a portfolio of taught courses. This will include, but is not limited to, the distribution of course materials, assessment submissions, return of feedback, tracking of deadlines, class timetables, course evaluation, etc. in adherence with School, College and University policies and procedures.
Independently coordinate and deliver the administration associated with the exam diet for a portfolio of taught courses. This will include, but is not limited to, ensuring all deadlines are adhered to, exam timetabling, exam arrangements for students registered with Disability Services, liaison with external examiners, all arrangements for the organisation of Exam Boards including the uploading and publishing of results in adherence with policies, procedures, and deadlines.
Provide comprehensive administrative support across the student life cycle, including assisting at Open Days and Careers events, induction of new students, preparation of student handbooks and essential materials, and graduation events.
First point of contact for students, academic colleagues and visitors, independently dealing with and responding to queries.
Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement through identifying and supporting the implementation of process improvements to enhance the student and staff experience.
Employ University procedures in relation to the confidentiality of personal data relating to staff and students.

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Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Knowledge/Qualifications

Essential

A1 Either:
Ability to demonstrate the competencies required to undertake the duties associated with this level of post having acquired the necessary knowledge and skills in a similar role

Or:

Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 7 (Advanced Higher / Scottish Vocational Qualifications level 3, Higher National Certificate) or equivalent, and experience of personal development in a similar role.

A2 Knowledge of administrative procedures within a governance or legislative framework.

Desirable
B1 Broad understanding and in-depth knowledge of the University structure, policies, practices and procedures.
B2 Operational knowledge of University systems, eg PIP, CMIS, MyCampus, Moodle.

Skills

Essential

C1 Able to ensure effective and efficient processing of tasks and activities relating to people and data and to ensure they comply with policies, procedures and administrative frameworks such as GDPR and Data Protection policies.

C2 Excellent attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and precision in data entry.
C3 Excellent written/verbal communication and customer service skills, underpinned by tact, diplomacy, empathy and discretion.
C4 Excellent organisational skills and ability to work proactively: plan, organise and prioritise effectivel