Curriculum Assistant
The Open University
£14.16 per hour | Full-time | Temporary Contract
Start ASAP until 9th August 2026 with potential extension

Working Hours
Monday to Thursday: 9:00am - 5:00pm & Friday: 9:00am - 4:30pm

Pertemps are recruiting for a highly organised and proactive Curriculum Assistant to join The Open University's Faculty of Wellbeing, Education and Language Studies. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator looking to work within a respected higher education environment in a fully remote role.
This position will support the Academic Conduct team, helping to manage case allocations, monitor progress against KPIs, maintain accurate records and provide administrative support across a busy and collaborative department.

Key Responsibilities as a Curriculum Assistant:

• Monitor and manage academic conduct cases through internal systems
• Update spreadsheets and databases accurately using Excel and internal systems
• Allocate cases and communicate updates to Academic Conduct Officers
• Monitor progress against deadlines and KPIs, following up where required
• Review student responses and escalate safeguarding or wellbeing concerns appropriately
• Support weekly reporting and team meetings by collating statistics and management information
• Respond to email enquiries and provide administrative support across the wider team
• Work collaboratively with colleagues while managing workload independently

Skills and Experience Required:

• Previous administration experience (minimum 1-2 years preferred)
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Outlook and Word
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Confident working independently and using initiative
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion
• Adaptable approach with a willingness to learn new systems and processes

Desirable Experience

• Experience within education or higher education administration
• Knowledge of academic processes or student services
• Experience using university systems or case tracking systems

Additional Information

• Fully remote working arrangement, with potential days on campus so you need to be flexible to attend where necessary. MK7 6AA
• Comprehensive training and ongoing team support provided
• Weekly team meetings and regular wellbeing social catch-ups

If you are an experienced administrator with excellent attention to detail and are looking for your next opportunity within a respected education organisation, please click 'Apply' now to be considered.

Pertemps and The Open University are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds.