About The University
Swansea University is a research-led university that has been making a difference since 1920. The University community thrives on exploration and discovery and offers the right balance of excellent teaching and research, matched by an enviable quality of life.
Our stunning waterfront campuses and multicultural community make us a desirable workplace for colleagues from around the world. Our reward and benefits, and ways of working enable those who join us to have enriching careers, matched by an excellent work-life balance.
About The Role
The Senior Assessment and Outcomes Assistant (Printing and Document Management) will work within the Assessment & Outcomes Team in partnership with academic staff, to deliver the highest levels of excellence in professional support in the following functions:
- Examination and Assessment, Planning and Management – To support the document management of the University’s examination process, including: the receipt, printing and secure packaging of exam scripts in preparation for University examinations. The secure scanning of examination papers, including multiple choice question answer sheets and scripts for external examiners. The management of the filing and archiving of exam scripts.
- Student Support – To ensure that students with reasonable adjustments are supported with appropriate provision via examination documentation.
The post holder is responsible for ensuring they work in accordance with all University policies and procedures, governance and constitutional frameworks, seeking guidance from team leaders/managers where appropriate.
This role will suit applicants who have experience in working in education within assessment, examinations and student awards/progression or clear transferable skills.
The post holder will need to be highly organised, proactive, with a strong eye for detail and be able to work to tight deadlines under pressure, anticipating problems which may arise.
The role will involve working closely across the Assessment & Outcomes Team, so the ability to form effective working relationships and gain an understanding of academic programmes and regulations is essential.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity in all its practices and activities. We aim to establish an inclusive environment and welcome diverse applications from the following protected characteristics: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation.
As an inclusive and welcoming workplace, we value people for their skills regardless of their background. Applications are welcome in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English.
Welsh Language Skills
The Welsh language level required for this role is Level 1 - A little. The role holder will be able to pronounce Welsh words, answer the phone in Welsh (good morning/afternoon) and use very basic everyday words and phrases (thank you, please etc.). Level 1 can be reached by completing a 1 hour course.
The University is a proud bilingual institution, our Welsh Language Strategy outlines our aspiration to promote the language and enable our staff to engage with the language as an additional workplace skill and as a gateway to new cultural and social opportunities. Applications are welcome in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English. Welsh speakers have the right to an interview in Welsh. Applicants for a role where Welsh skills are essential are expected to present their application in Welsh and will be interviewed in Welsh, if shortlisted.
Additional Information
To apply for this position, you are required to provide a C.V and cover letter.
Please ensure you address how you meet the person specification as detailed in the job description by highlighting your relevant qualifications, skills and experience in a cover letter.
In line with current UK Government Immigration Rules, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
