1137-22 - Undergraduate Student Support Lead

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College Operations (BSS)
Location:  Aston University Main Campus
Salary:  £35,333 to £42,155 per annum
Grade:  Grade 08
Contract Type:  Fixed Term (24 months)
Basis:  Full Time
Closing Date:  23.59 hours GMT on Monday 30 January 2023
Interview Date:  Thursday 23 February 2023
Reference:  1137-22
Release Date:  Friday 13 January 2023

An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to join the administrative team in the College of Business and Social Sciences (BSS) Office

You will be responsible for the provision of an effective and efficient support service to undergraduate and Exchange students, working closely with academic and professional colleagues, plus a range of central support services. This includes responsibility for student records ensuring their maintenance and accuracy.  The role is vital in supporting students and enhancing their experience of studying at Aston, whilst also ensuring consistency and efficiency of administrative processes and assisting with the development and implementation of key strategic initiatives. You will act as an advisor for students who may be experiencing difficulties, alongside managing various complex administrative processes. You will line manage a team of student support coordinators, represent the College on University-wide committees and working groups, advise on complex decisions and manage/create information via Solve and our VLE (Blackboard). 

Educated to Degree level or equivalent, you will have experience of supervising or managing staff within the Higher Education sector, preferably in a student support related or customer focused role. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential for this role, along with the ability to plan and organise a large workload under pressure and with minimal supervision. Excellent problem solving skills and a high level of accuracy are essential. Experience of working with SITS and Blackboard is also desirable.

Anonymous shortlisting will be carried out for this role as part of Aston University’s commitment to equality and diversity and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to recruitment. Personal details that are included on application forms, including the candidate’s name and address will not be disclosed to the shortlisting panel. CVs will not be considered as part of the shortlisting process.

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston ”

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