Pre-course and Retention Systems Co-ordinator

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.

The postholder will be responsible for on-boarding new learners for all health and social care by ensuring that mandatory clearance checks are completed in a timely manner and information is uploaded to placement management systems. The postholder will be responsible for retention of students by leading the implementation of our Interruption and Resumption Model across Health and Social Care. This work will include creating a track and trigger system for monitoring and reporting on learner retention. In addition to monitoring, the postholder will also be responsible for signposting to relevant services, meeting with learners to support them to remain on programme by creating new placement plans and supporting the transition of resuming learners back into practice. The postholder will be responsible for uniform ordering, distribution and allocation for all health and social care programmes.

What we offer:

• A generous holiday entitlement (30 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days).
• Hybrid working (dependant on business needs).
• 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, Cristina Serrano at [email protected] .

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: 15 May 2024
Interview Date: 28 May 2024

Please note that an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) is required for this position. The successful applicant will be required to give consent to check their criminal record status through the DBS. Information will be kept in strict confidence. Your offer of appointment will be subject to the University being satisfied with the outcome of this check.

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.