Job Description

Team Administrator

Fixed term for 12 months

Bristol

£26,276

Plus generous civil service defined benefit pension

About us:

The Office for Students (OfS) is the independent regulator of higher education in England. We aim to ensure that every student, whatever their background, has a fulfilling experience of higher education that enriches their lives and careers.

About the role:

The administrative resource unit (ARU) is a large team of professional administrators who work collaboratively to provide a range of admin support across the organisation.

The aim of the role Team Administrator is to provide support to teams, primarily in a specific Directorate, and work flexibly across the organisation in line with business needs. Key responsibilities include: managing enquiries (internal and external) to ensure information reaches the right people to respond; providing team support by arranging team meetings and taking notes when required; following processes and procedures; arranging travel; budget administration. The role requires engagement with stakeholders to ensure that the relevant team receives appropriate administrative support

About you:

• You will be proactive with excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Experience of Microsoft Office programs, Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams are essential. Experience of using multiple inboxes and calendars and note and minute taking, is preferrable.
• You will aim to provide a quality service.
• You will be confident in making effective decisions and working at pace.
• You will be able to work collaboratively and inclusively.

Working for us

The OfS regulates the higher education sector on behalf of all students. We value diversity and the wealth of perspectives, experience and ideas that it brings to our work, and we strive to embed equality of opportunity in everything we do.

We recruit based on fair and open competition and welcome applications from candidates regardless of age, disability, race and ethnicity, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation and socio-economic background.

At the OfS, we recognise that flexibility can enable people to work more effectively. A set of organisation-wide principles shape our approach to flexible and hybrid working, which our teams then use as guidance on how they deliver their business goals. To attract the widest possible field of qualified applicants, flexible working and part time working apply to this role.

In addition, our Total Reward Framework offers a range of benefits to suit your way of life. These include comprehensive learning and development, annual leave starting at 25 days per year (plus public holidays), access to the highly regarded Civil Service pension scheme and a variety of health benefits.

Closing date: Noon Monday 6 July 2026

Interviews on 14 -15 July 2026

For information: the OfS does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence