Resolution Lead (1681)
Resolution Lead
Part Time (22.5 hrs per week) – Fixed Term Contract (6 months) - High Wycombe
Salary - £37,999 - £42,632
Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That’s why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed.
Our University’s DRIVE values and are at the heart of all that we do. We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and to each other as colleagues. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you require.
The Resolutions Lead will reinforce the central processes related to student complaints, feedback and conduct at Buckinghamshire New University. They will support the Resolutions Manager in taking a lead role in the promotion and enhancement of culture in which the student voice is valued, where support of academic departments and professional services is enhanced to enable a positive student experience. The post holder will manage a wide variety of student caseloads, working to internal and external deadlines.
What we offer:
- a generous holiday entitlement (30 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)
- Hybrid working (dependant on business needs)
- training & development support opportunities
- contributory pension scheme
- discounted gym membership for our on-site gym
- a range of staff discounts with major retailers.
Please click here to see our wide range of benefits available for employees.
Please click here for our behavioural based interview question bank.
Please click here to view our employee handbook.
If you have the qualities and attributes representative of the University’s values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.
For further information about this role please contact Claire.ocallaghan@bnu.ac.uk
All applications are to be made in full and online.
BNU is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our aim is to continue to build an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves. We therefore ensure that our interview/shortlisting Chairs complete the relevant e-learning and/or inclusive recruitment training.
We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in BNU’S workforce. These include people from global majority backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ people, particularly in more senior roles.
Closing Date: 19th January 2025
Interview Date: w/c 27th January 2025
If you are successful in securing an interview for the role, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
BNU is a Disability Confident employer and as such you will be given the opportunity to declare a disability as part of the application process. The University is also committed to achieving the Race Equality Charter.
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Resolutions Lead 0.6 FTE (3 days a week) 6 Month Fixed Term Contract/Secondment |
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Faculty/Directorate: Office for the Dean of Students
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Grade: G |
Location: High Wycombe (but travel required to all campuses as required)
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Hours: 22.5 |
Responsible to: Resolution Manager
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Responsible for:
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Job Purpose: The Resolutions Lead will reinforce the central processes related to student complaints, feedback and conduct at Buckinghamshire New University. They will support the Resolutions Manager in taking a lead role in the promotion and enhancement of culture in which the student voice is valued, where support of academic departments and professional services is enhanced to enable a positive student experience. The post holder will manage a wide variety of student caseloads, working to internal and external deadlines.
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Main Duties & Responsibilities of the role:
- To be responsible for student complaints and student conduct casework, ensuring that cases are processed in a confidential, sensitive and professional manner in accordance with the University’s procedures and sector requirements
- Provide exemplary service standards with consistent advice and support to students as one of the first points of contact in the Resolution Team
- Provide guidance and support for staff on student feedback and issues across the University and partnership institutions to promote early resolution
- Working collaboratively amongst staff in Schools & Directorates to promote the student voice and action on concerns
- Support the Resolutions Manager in continuous monitoring of the University’s policies and guidelines relating to student complaints and student disciplinary
- Ensure regular communication with the OIA regarding student complaints and recommendations
- Collaborate with the Resolutions Manager to develop awareness campaigns and training to communicate resolution principles to staff and students, this may include close working with others, including the Students Union.
- Champion School, Directorate and partnership institution action plans, including monitoring impact and key end outcomes
- Provide insight for reports for consideration at senior university level and/or by committees to meet university accountability and obligations
- Support in the development of an evaluation programme in collaboration with the Resolutions Manager and Dean of Students to enable the institution to demonstrate and evidence the success of early resolution initiatives
- Attend national training and personal development events to keep abreast with complaints and disciplinary issues within the Higher Education sector
- Lead on responses for Freedom of Information Requests with support from Resolutions Lead and Resolutions Support Officer
- Support Resolutions Manager and Resolutions Support Officer with Freedom of Information Requests
- Any other duties as directed by the Resolutions Manager
PERSON SPECIFICATION
A = Application T = Test I = Interview
Education, Qualifications & Training |
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Degree qualification or equivalent |
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Knowledge & Experience |
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Experience of complaints and/or disciplinary within the higher education sector |
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Knowledge of using information technology such as MS Office and databases |
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Experience of managing student casework with conflicting priorities |
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Ability to work with colleagues across the University and adapt advice, guidance and working methods accordingly |
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Previous experience with the OIA and managing recommendations |
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Skills |
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Communicates effectively, adapting the message for a diverse audience in an inclusive and accessible way |
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Experience of working as a team with a flexible approach |
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Ability to deal with highly sensitive and confidential matters |
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Suggests practical solutions to new or unique problems |
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Special Requirements |
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Participate in internal and external networks to benefit development |
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Behavioural INDICATORS
The BNU Behaviours Framework (BBF) is a framework for all University staff that sets out the key behaviours that exemplify the DRIVE values and ethos of the University. The nine categories provide a clear steer on behavioural expectations that will help support a step change in the performance and culture of the University. The three key behavioural indicators for this post are as follows:
STUDENT ENGAGEMENT |
Competency |
Level 4 Indicators
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PARTNERS / OUTWARD FACING |
Competency |
Level 4 Indicators
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PEOPLE / RELATIONSHIPS |
Competency |
Level 4 Indicators
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PERFORMANCE |
Competency |
Level 4 Indicators
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