Centre Administrator Review

by University of Oxford

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.1/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

Managing the administrative functions of a research centre at the University of Oxford including governance, finance, HR, communications, events, compliance and office management.

10/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I have developed signficant skills in event management, stakeholder engagement, project management and strategic management.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I thoroughly enjoy my programme which is as intense as it is interesting.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is well structured and organised, apart from some minor improvements that could be made to the scheduling of the curriculum.

8/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

My employer has been consistently supportive, reliable and encouraging throughout my employment and time on the programme.

9/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

My college has been incredibly supportive, understanding and approachable. I have always felt like I can make enquiries of any kind.

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

The qualifications is perfectly suited to help me progress in my role and commence a promising career.

9/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

There are frequent social events, lectures, seminars, societies and networking events.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend University of Oxford to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

The Unviersity of Oxford is a reliable and forward-thinking employer with the interests of developing staff at the forefront of its strategic activities.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to University of Oxford?

Embrace the forward-thinking culture and make the most of being surrounded by some of the best academic minds in the world.