Senior Student Records Administrator (Non-standard programmes)
| Posting date: | 06 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £28,031 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 March 2026 |
| Location: | Exeter, Devon |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | University of Exeter |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | S76560 |
Summary
Education and Academic Services
Are you passionate about data accuracy, problem-solving, and keeping complex systems running smoothly? The University of Exeter is seeking a Senior Student Records Administrator to join our dynamic Student Records team.
We are looking for fantastic people from a wide variety of backgrounds to join us at a time of change and opportunity at the University. We would love you to join us on this journey!
Do you enjoy working with data, spotting issues, and fixing problems?
• Are you confident delivering accurate administrative support in a fast-paced environment?
• Do you have a strong eye for detail and enjoy making systems and processes work better?
• Are you interested in supporting online learning, Degree Apprenticeships, and flexible study routes?
• Do you want to build your career with a leading university offering excellent training and progression?
If so, this role could be for you.
Want to get a better idea of what it is like to work at the University? Click here to find out from our current staff.
Position Details:
Roles: Senior Student Records Administrator (Non Standard programmes)
Salary: Starting from £28,031 on Grade D
Hours: Full time
Contract: Fixed-term until 31st December 2026
About the Role:
As a key member of the Student Records team on the Streatham campus, you'll be contributing to the vibrant learning environment at the University of Exeter. These roles offer a unique opportunity to grow as an administration and customer services professional.
This role is to cover an employee on secondment.
Responsibilities:
Provide advice, guidance, and administrative support to Education Support Services staff.
Support the full student data lifecycle for taught programmes, from enrolment to graduation, including record maintenance, assessment administration, and awarding/progression.
Focus on non-traditional programmes, such as online, Degree Apprenticeship, and flexible modular delivery.
Ensure data accuracy, carry out validation and quality checks, and resolve data issues to support internal and external reporting.
Work with SITS system and colleagues across Faculties to maintain consistent, compliant, and high-quality student records
About You:
We are looking for a dynamic, enquiring, and self-starting individual who enjoys working with data and solving problems with:
Strong attention to detail with a talent for investigating issues and improving systems and processes.
Confident delivering accurate administrative support in a busy, fast-paced environment.
Motivated by supporting innovative programme delivery
These roles form a vital part of our support services and the role holder will be expected to work from campus for a minimum of two days per week, as well as for up to four days per week whilst training is completed.
Please also note that as busy roles with peaks in workload at specific points in the academic cycle, there may be periods in June, September, and October when leave may be restricted.
We can offer you the opportunity to develop your career in administration and customer services.
Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.
The University of Exeter
We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.
Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world’s most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99 percent of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).
We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – Green Futures and how we are transforming education for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a UNESCO Creative City
We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from service people.
Benefits
We offer some fantastic benefits including:
39 days leave per year
options for flexible working
numerous discounts at leading retailers
onsite gyms on all of our campus’ and a cycle to work scheme
sector leading policies around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to six weeks full pay) and a Fertility Treatment Policy
stunning campus environments in Exeter and Cornwall, in the beautiful South West of England
Contact:
For further information, contact Jodie Davies at Jodie.Davies@exeter.ac.uk
Join us in shaping the future of education at the University of Exeter!
Are you passionate about data accuracy, problem-solving, and keeping complex systems running smoothly? The University of Exeter is seeking a Senior Student Records Administrator to join our dynamic Student Records team.
We are looking for fantastic people from a wide variety of backgrounds to join us at a time of change and opportunity at the University. We would love you to join us on this journey!
Do you enjoy working with data, spotting issues, and fixing problems?
• Are you confident delivering accurate administrative support in a fast-paced environment?
• Do you have a strong eye for detail and enjoy making systems and processes work better?
• Are you interested in supporting online learning, Degree Apprenticeships, and flexible study routes?
• Do you want to build your career with a leading university offering excellent training and progression?
If so, this role could be for you.
Want to get a better idea of what it is like to work at the University? Click here to find out from our current staff.
Position Details:
Roles: Senior Student Records Administrator (Non Standard programmes)
Salary: Starting from £28,031 on Grade D
Hours: Full time
Contract: Fixed-term until 31st December 2026
About the Role:
As a key member of the Student Records team on the Streatham campus, you'll be contributing to the vibrant learning environment at the University of Exeter. These roles offer a unique opportunity to grow as an administration and customer services professional.
This role is to cover an employee on secondment.
Responsibilities:
Provide advice, guidance, and administrative support to Education Support Services staff.
Support the full student data lifecycle for taught programmes, from enrolment to graduation, including record maintenance, assessment administration, and awarding/progression.
Focus on non-traditional programmes, such as online, Degree Apprenticeship, and flexible modular delivery.
Ensure data accuracy, carry out validation and quality checks, and resolve data issues to support internal and external reporting.
Work with SITS system and colleagues across Faculties to maintain consistent, compliant, and high-quality student records
About You:
We are looking for a dynamic, enquiring, and self-starting individual who enjoys working with data and solving problems with:
Strong attention to detail with a talent for investigating issues and improving systems and processes.
Confident delivering accurate administrative support in a busy, fast-paced environment.
Motivated by supporting innovative programme delivery
These roles form a vital part of our support services and the role holder will be expected to work from campus for a minimum of two days per week, as well as for up to four days per week whilst training is completed.
Please also note that as busy roles with peaks in workload at specific points in the academic cycle, there may be periods in June, September, and October when leave may be restricted.
We can offer you the opportunity to develop your career in administration and customer services.
Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.
The University of Exeter
We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.
Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world’s most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99 percent of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).
We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – Green Futures and how we are transforming education for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a UNESCO Creative City
We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from service people.
Benefits
We offer some fantastic benefits including:
39 days leave per year
options for flexible working
numerous discounts at leading retailers
onsite gyms on all of our campus’ and a cycle to work scheme
sector leading policies around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to six weeks full pay) and a Fertility Treatment Policy
stunning campus environments in Exeter and Cornwall, in the beautiful South West of England
Contact:
For further information, contact Jodie Davies at Jodie.Davies@exeter.ac.uk
Join us in shaping the future of education at the University of Exeter!
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