Unit : The Open University in ScotlandSalary : £20,130-£22,417Location : EdinburghPlease quote reference : 17950PermanentClosing Date : 5 February, 2021Check all associated application documentation thoroughly before clicking on the apply button at the bottom of this description.- 17:00Help our students fulfil their aspirationDue to continued success and increasing student numbers, we are expanding our talented team, whose role is to provide student-centred information, advice, guidance and support, mostly by phone and email, so that we can continue to provide an exceptional and responsive service.We are hugely passionate about what we do and are looking for likeminded individuals with dynamism and energy who genuinely care about our students and their journey with us, and who can work in a fast-paced environment which is focussed on continuous improvement.The roleWe are seeking to recruit Student Recruitment & Support Advisors within the Open University in Scotland.You will be involved from assisting with enquiries about our courses, fees and financial support through to the administration of their registration.You’ll also support students with a wide range of queries while they are on their course.Skills and experienceAble to communicate effectively, with empathy, by phone and in writingRecent experience of working in a customer facing environmentCommitment to providing a first-class service to studentsExperience of working positively and effectively with othersAble to receive and process information quickly and accurately under time pressureWell-developed skills in organising self (tasks, priorities and time)The full summary of duties and person specification can be found within the Job-Related Information here.What you get in returnWe have a strong commitment to providing training and development in and beyond your current role.This includes thorough induction into the organisation and regular reviews of your training and development needs.We also offer a great range of benefits that support our employees and their families for the long term.Benefits include an attractive pension proposition and 30/33 days holiday per annum pro rata, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas closure days.How to applyAll applications are completed online via the OU Job’s page by registering and clicking the “APPLY NOW” link.Applications submitted via 3rd party websites will not be considered.Access details for disabled applicants are available from the Open University in Scotland by emailing Scotland-Recruitment@open.ac.uk, quoting the vacancy reference aboveTo apply for this role please submit the following:-CVA personal statement that clearly identifies how you meet the criteria in the person specification.Please ensure that you provide relevant examples as evidence to support your statements.The selection panel will consider how well the information you provide demonstrates that you meet the criteria identified in the person specification.To ensure that your file is uploaded to our system correctly, please make sure your document is saved with the following file name as appropriate to the vacancy you are applying for: ‘Student Recruitment & Support Advisor’, surname, first initial.APPLY NOWRemember to attach your CV and Personal statement as ONE DOCUMENT.You will receive updates regarding your application from resourcing-applications@open.ac.uk.Please ensure this email address is added to your list of trusted senders.Please also keep an eye on your junk folder to ensure you do not miss any important updates regarding this role.You can view your application communications on the Candidate portal.If you have any queries relating to the recruitment process, please email Scotland-Recruitment@open.ac.uk quoting the vacancy reference number.Want to make a real difference in helping people achieve their dreams? Please email Scotland-Recruitment@open.ac.uk, if you would like to arrange an informal discussion prior to applying.Closing date: 5pm on Friday 5th February 2021Interview date: Week of 22 February 2020Please note: If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the application closing date, please assume that on this occasion you have not been selected for interview, however we thank you for your interest in The Open University and encourage you to apply for future positions.Find out more about us and our mission by watching this short video (you will be taken to YouTube by clicking this link).We value diversity and we recognise that different people bring different perspectives, ideas, knowledge and culture, and that this difference brings great strength.Applications from candidates with protected characteristics are welcomed.