Job Description

Are you a Assessment Supervisor looking to advance your career? Join our Education Services team at the University of Oxford and contribute to cutting-edge research, teaching, and professional services.

Location:

Examination Schools, High Street, Oxford, OX1 4BG

Salary:

34,459 - 36,616 per annum

Contract:

Full Time, Permanent

About Us

Spanning the historic streets of the "city of dreaming spires," the University of Oxford has been ranked the world's leading university for nine consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you'll contribute to ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy.

Education Services is seeking to recruit two Assessment Supervisors to provide administrative and operational support within the Student Assessments section. The successful candidates will work with the team to plan and support the running of student assessments across the University. The role is varied, and the postholder can expect to engage in both data processing and event management activities at different times of the year. The role involves working with colleagues from right across the university.

What We Offer

Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:
38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.

One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.

A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle.

An excellent contributory pension scheme.

Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.

Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.

About the Role

The role of Assessment Supervisor requires someone who embraces change, is happy to initiate and lead on improvements of systems and processes, can take on line management of other members of staff during peak periods, and who enjoys a steep learning curve. The work will be challenging and, at times, very fast paced. However, the role presents an ideal opportunity for developing a career in University administration, and gaining a deeper understanding of discrete areas of the examinations and assessments arena.

The team covers several operational areas: examination timetabling, invigilation management, student supports, exam paper management, and assessment policy and process review. The Assessment Supervisor will lead on one of these areas, but should expect to covers other areas within the team at peak periods.

About You

We seek individuals who are committed to understanding and reviewing processes, and thinking through and identifying solutions to complex problems in a thorough manner. You are quick to learn and apply IT skills, and have the ability to pinpoint issues and implement improvements to ensure delivery of an effective service. You should have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to multitask as well as manage and prioritise workloads for yourself and for others. You must be able to communicate well with students, administrators and academic staff. You will be happy to work as part of a team or independently, and under supervision or under their own initiative. You will have a flexible approach to work, and will be willing to work on site full time at peak periods.

You will have demonstrable experience working in a student focused/customer service environment, with strong IT skills. Experience of Microsoft SharePoint, Student Systems (eVision/SITS), and knowledge of Higher Education would be an advantage.

Sponsorship and Right To Work

This role does not meet the criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa under the UK Visa & Immigration points-based system. We are therefore unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Application Process

To apply, please upload:
A covering letter/supporting statement

Your CV

The details of two referees


The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 22 July 2025.
Interviews will take place on 5 August 2025, and will be held [face-to-face].