Administrator for Confucius Institute at Oxford Brookes University
| Posting date: | 12 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £28,778 to £31,236 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 January 2026 |
| Location: | Headington, Oxford |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Oxford Brookes University |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 186885 |
Summary
Oxford Brookes University is distinctive in nature. We are a modern and forward thinking institution rooted in, and connected to a city with a rich history of culture and learning. We are a globally recognised University focused on providing high-quality teaching, delivering impactful research and an excellent student experience. Our vision is simple: “shape tomorrow through our unique blend of the modern and the traditional, by embracing diversity, seeking out the new and excelling in education and research.
Our people are at the heart of the University - our excellence in teaching, research and knowledge exchange depends on the engagement, capability and wellbeing of our people. We strive to create and encourage an environment where people have the opportunity to develop, progress and thrive.
In acknowledgment of our commitment to gender equality and progression, we proudly hold the Athena SWAN Bronze award, a testament to our unwavering dedication to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all. Join us at Oxford Brookes University, where every step forward is a leap toward a brighter tomorrow.
Launched in October 2015, the Confucius Institute at Oxford Brookes University is a partnership with the Foreign Languages Teaching and Research Press in Beijing. There are nearly 500 Confucius Institutes throughout the world and they are non-profit collaborations established to promote Chinese language and culture. The specialist focus is on Publishing and we are looking for an enthusiastic individual to help run the operations of the Institute. We organize a range of events and activities from short courses in Mandarin and exhibitions about Chinese culture through to research projects and training in the area of publishing.
You will be responsible for:
Helping to run the day-to-day operations of the Confucius Institute
Organizing a diverse range of events and activities
Developing contacts with relevant local and national communities to market, promote and develop the activities of the Institute
Organizing courses in Chinese language and culture, from handling enquiries through to their successful delivery.
You should have:
Significant administrative experience working in a busy office
Strong written and oral communication skills
Experience of successful project management
Excellent teamworking, IT and communication skills.
This role will not attract sufficient points to obtain a sponsored Skilled Worker visa under the points-based immigration system.
Benefits:
As an Oxford Brookes employee, you will enjoy a total of a minimum of 25 days holiday, rising with your service, plus 8 Bank Holidays and additional University concessionary Days (approx. 5 per year).
We encourage and support hybrid working where the role allows and ensure that you have the necessary equipment to allow you to work flexibly.
We have an extremely competitive Local Government pension scheme with a 19.2% Employer contribution rate, as well as providing all staff with financial education, a comprehensive employee assistance helpline.
We prioritise the well-being of our employees—both physically and mentally, as well as financially. That's why we provide a diverse and comprehensive benefits package to support our team.
In addition, all employees have access to:
Discounted rates for the University sports & gym facilities
Brookes on-site Nursery
Discounted travel options
TOTUM card discount scheme
Relocation scheme (for moves over 30 miles)
Training and development opportunities
Connected community - Brookes have a wide variety of staff networks which instil a sense of community offering employees a space for support, guidance and friendship making it a vibrant and inclusive place to work.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is one of our five guiding principles: we take positive steps to create an environment in which we celebrate, value and provide equal opportunity to all. We are committed to recruiting from the widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who embrace our values, regardless of their background.
As a Disability Confident Employer we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.
Our people are at the heart of the University - our excellence in teaching, research and knowledge exchange depends on the engagement, capability and wellbeing of our people. We strive to create and encourage an environment where people have the opportunity to develop, progress and thrive.
In acknowledgment of our commitment to gender equality and progression, we proudly hold the Athena SWAN Bronze award, a testament to our unwavering dedication to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all. Join us at Oxford Brookes University, where every step forward is a leap toward a brighter tomorrow.
Launched in October 2015, the Confucius Institute at Oxford Brookes University is a partnership with the Foreign Languages Teaching and Research Press in Beijing. There are nearly 500 Confucius Institutes throughout the world and they are non-profit collaborations established to promote Chinese language and culture. The specialist focus is on Publishing and we are looking for an enthusiastic individual to help run the operations of the Institute. We organize a range of events and activities from short courses in Mandarin and exhibitions about Chinese culture through to research projects and training in the area of publishing.
You will be responsible for:
Helping to run the day-to-day operations of the Confucius Institute
Organizing a diverse range of events and activities
Developing contacts with relevant local and national communities to market, promote and develop the activities of the Institute
Organizing courses in Chinese language and culture, from handling enquiries through to their successful delivery.
You should have:
Significant administrative experience working in a busy office
Strong written and oral communication skills
Experience of successful project management
Excellent teamworking, IT and communication skills.
This role will not attract sufficient points to obtain a sponsored Skilled Worker visa under the points-based immigration system.
Benefits:
As an Oxford Brookes employee, you will enjoy a total of a minimum of 25 days holiday, rising with your service, plus 8 Bank Holidays and additional University concessionary Days (approx. 5 per year).
We encourage and support hybrid working where the role allows and ensure that you have the necessary equipment to allow you to work flexibly.
We have an extremely competitive Local Government pension scheme with a 19.2% Employer contribution rate, as well as providing all staff with financial education, a comprehensive employee assistance helpline.
We prioritise the well-being of our employees—both physically and mentally, as well as financially. That's why we provide a diverse and comprehensive benefits package to support our team.
In addition, all employees have access to:
Discounted rates for the University sports & gym facilities
Brookes on-site Nursery
Discounted travel options
TOTUM card discount scheme
Relocation scheme (for moves over 30 miles)
Training and development opportunities
Connected community - Brookes have a wide variety of staff networks which instil a sense of community offering employees a space for support, guidance and friendship making it a vibrant and inclusive place to work.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is one of our five guiding principles: we take positive steps to create an environment in which we celebrate, value and provide equal opportunity to all. We are committed to recruiting from the widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who embrace our values, regardless of their background.
As a Disability Confident Employer we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.
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About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.