lecturer

administrator

student advisor

researcher

research fellow

Oxford-Brookes-University

•	Manage the content and functionality of the faculty intranet and internet websites, interim sites and microsites including developing and evaluating site architecture and navigation, design, copywriting, programming and content, within the brand guidelines of the University and working with the central web team and IT team to manage the use of servers where appropriate.
•	Responsible for maintaining the content updates in the site through Ektron.
•	Assist the Marketing Manager in the development and implementation of the strategic direction and plans for the Faculty’s online and digital presence.
•	Be responsible for quality assurance of the Faculty’s web content.
•	Build relationships and work effectively with Faculty and University staff to develop appropriate web content to promote the Faculty.
•	Integrate zoho creator form on the site pages. 
•	Provide regular reports and analysis on web and digital media usage and trends using Google Analytics and on-line sources and advise on future developments and  opportunities and the direction of web and digital delivery.
•	Undertake ad hoc projects and work as directed by the Marketing Manager.
•	Contribute to the messaging and other marketing and communications plans of the Faculty, enhancing the online presence and overall image and awareness in order to advance the faculty’s goals and mission

What is the best part of working at the company?
Effective and fair leadership: The organization allows their employees to be goal-driven,engaged ,motivated and encourage them to make decisions and work independently.
Fair pay
Quality Benefits
Room to grow

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
A lack of control of our workload

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
The shared values, attitudes, behaviors, and standards that make up the university. I believe majority of  people’s t experience aligns with the external brand and messaging of the company.
Good clear, communication and collaborative environment.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
On my average day of work, I start the day off by checking the team updates. This way, I can get everything organized at the start of the day. I then look over my to-do list and get started on the projects that have  top priority. I find that I am most creative with how I respond to people when there’s a need to reduce the queue. Typically, my role involves responding to queries about specific course inductions, signposting students toward general events, workshops and fairs durinig the induction period, which is why I like to multitask and manage time. 
After a brief lunch break, I spend taking notes and writing reports.

.... slow career progression can feel claustrophobic in one or two teams- the wider faculty doesn’t always collaborate as well as it should as a whole- but definitely individual who are collaborative, bright, keen and supportive- exciting to work with these staff!
Some knee jerk reactions to student opinions - to respond- Even if ultimately it isn’t good for a overall rounded ‘learning experience and critical thinking/ analysis, or support students how become independent researchers as adult learners-but specifically teaches students what to do to pass assignments and exams.. so not a contiguous experience.. and will cause problems and stress. Don’t agree with spoon feeding style of teaching- but would encourage more student development around getting student to be able to critique and problem solve for themselves.


A typical day at work involved teaching lessons to a class of 30 children in the Primary school setting. I learnt so much about time-management, being organised and also taking leadership of a large group of people. I also learnt a lot about behaviour management, how to work under pressure and deal with unexpected circumstances. Management was my mentor teacher who would always observe my lessons and provide critical feedback on how to improve my teaching. I also worked with the teaching assistant and another trainee teacher who played a part in my lessons. There was a strong sense of teamwork to unsure everything was prepared for lessons and we were willing to change working direction as the teacher required. The hardest part of teaching was getting a balance between behaviour management and the childrens learning. The most enjoyable part of the job was the rewards of making a difference to childrens lives.

I had a part time job at Oxford Brookes Univertisty as a Student Support worker who supported students with disabilities. I was responsible for attending lectures and taking notes for students that required extra help.

It was an challenging but amazing experience at the same time. I gained an insighted into many different subjects from various degrees and at the same time helped disadvantaged students with their studies. It really was a rewarding experience and I had to be fully commited to attending classes as the students were relying on my help.

I would definitely recommend this job to anybody as I was well looked after and the university staff would support me with any enquiry. Moreover it was a well paid job in comparison with any other students' part time jobs.

My current research focuses on fruit-frugivores interactions in the heavily degraded littoral forests of Tolagnaro, south-eastern Madagascar. In particular, I am investigating the role of a large primate disperser, Eulemur collaris, for the regeneration of forest fragments, and the change of plant species patterns following its presence or absence. Furthermore I am evaluating natural regeneration patterns and the drivers of successful recruitment of saplings near conspecific adults. Outcomes of this research will be particularly critical for the planning of restoration activities and primates translocations/re-introductions following intense mining activities occurring in the area. The current research is planned and managed by Dr Giuseppe Donati, Oxford Brookes University.

At Oxford Brookes University, I enjoy working with an excellent team of creative people. As part of the international office, my daily job consists of looking for new partnership and business opportunities for the organisation. 

I have learned a great deal about developing businesses overseas and improved my cultural awareness skills. 

My approach to management is coaching enabling my colleagues to find creative solutions. 

Oxford Brookes has a multicultural team that understands our work and gives its best to make it happen. 

The hardest part of the job is overcoming internal processes to allow for business opportunities to flourish. 

The most enjoyable part of the job is seeing students enjoying our offerings. 

What is the best part of working at the company?
The students are diligent and a delight 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Administrative dysfunction, culture of bullying, putting people on grades lower than their experience and responsibility, pays less than sector average. Horrible campus 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Misogynistic, bullying with a lot of mediocre academics building petty empires in a mid to low ranking research environment 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Overloaded teaching, running across campus, trying to get away as soon as you can

Oxford Brooks University is a good employer. The hospitality departments is half outsourced half in-house service. Whatever comes from the outsourcing company (management, culture) is bad. 

Great, friendly co-workers. There are people working in the department for years and others coming and going each term.   

Summer school period is hectic. Due to the fact that it is out-of-term times many people stop working or taking their annual leaves and those left behind get overworked.

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