Glasgow Caledonian University Hiring for Admissions Officer Job at Glasgow, Scotland Full Time

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Please note this is a full-time/fixed term opportunity for 2 years

Glasgow Caledonian University is a vibrant, multi-cultural and modern university in the centre of Glasgow, and is placed amongst the top 70 universities globally (THE Impact rankings, 2021). Our welcoming community of 20,000 students, from more than 100 countries, enjoy a wide range of award-winning support services and state of the art facilities across each of our campuses in Glasgow, London and New York. Our University mission – with its commitment to the Common Good and core values of integrity, creativity, responsibility and confidence – is integral to everything we do.

The GCU Admissions and Enquiry Service is currently advertising a number of roles across our Department.

This role will involve making admissions decisions on applications against agreed selection criteria and accurately assessing applicants by interpreting relevant legislation. Assisting the Head of Admissions and Enquiry Service and Admissions Team Lead (s) in controlling SFC and any other admissions numbers will also form part of the role as will ensure knowledge and understanding of UK and international qualifications remains current and up to date as appropriate. The successful candidates will have an HND or equivalent relevant experience, experience in decision-making against set criteria, experience in working with databases, CRM or Information Management Systems, and an understanding of working within set procedures and regulations. Candidates will also be required to demonstrate excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills and being able to work as a team player.

A flexible approach will also be required for the above role, as work patterns will include some evening and weekend work required on occasion. Annual leave may be restricted at certain times of the year to accommodate peak business needs

Further details on these posts are available by contacting Gordon Ford, Admissions Administration and Enquiries Manager at [email protected]

As the University for the Common Good, we are committed to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion, as well as our values in everything that we do. As such, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who demonstrate the GCU Values.

Glasgow Caledonian University is committed to a fair and transparent recruitment process that is free from bias so that we can attract and retain a high performing workforce which makes a critical contribution to our success.

The University holds the prestigious Athena SWAN Silver institution award, which recognises our significant record of activity and achievement in promoting gender equality across different disciplines.

As a Disability Confident ‘Committed’ employer, we are striving to ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to disabled people. Although the Disability Confident ‘Committed’ level does not guarantee an interview for disabled applicants, we will make reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants during the recruitment process.

The University also holds the Carer Positive ‘Engaged’ employer award, which recognises our commitment to supporting staff with caring responsibilities.

Glasgow Caledonian University are committed signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant.

The University offers a range of benefits including opportunities for professional development, family friendly policies, cycle to work scheme and onsite childcare facilities.

Please note that the appointment will be made on the first point of the salary scale (unless by exception).