Sports administrator

Turning Passion into Purpose. This department provides advice and support for students on a wide range of non-academic and educational needs. The department aims to enable all students to achieve their potential while studying, by providing an approachable and reliable service that students can trust. LSBU Active are looking for a Sports Administrator to join our team in the state of the art sports centre at Southwark campus providing opportunities for the students and the local community to engage in our range of Sport and Physical activity services. LSBU Active aims to inspire the development of our students and community through sport and physical activity. You will be providing key administration support to LSBU Active, with the aim of maximising student and community participation and experience in services offered by LSBU Active, in particular Sport for Students and Community Sport initiatives. You will provide high quality, customer focussed support, assist with the development of promotional material and support with the organisation of sports for student and community projects. About You: As a Sports Administrator you are highly motivated, with a commitment to deliver a first-class service to all members involved with LSBU Active. You will possess the ability to provide knowledge and administration support to all services within LSBU Active, mainly focussed within the Sports Development team. You will understand the importance of demonstrating the impact sport can have on our students and local community. You will need excellent organisational and prioritisation skills so you can assist with various Sports Development projects as well as working closely with the other services within LSBU Active. You will have strong communication skills and be able to work with customers, partners and other key organisations. You will be able to work effectively on your own initiative but also as part of a wider team, demonstrating an adaptable and flexible approach particularly during busy times. You will also have excellent IT skills and be competent in using Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel and be able to communicate effectively at all levels both verbally and through written reports. You will be required to complete a Criminal Records Disclosure form in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. Benefits and How to Apply: As a leading Higher Education Institution LSBU offers staff a highly competitive benefits package including holiday entitlement starting at 26.5 days per annum, professional development opportunities and flexible working. Full details on the range of benefits we offer can be found here. The person specification for this role alongside applicant guidance on what to submit within your application can be found within the candidate pack attached. Applications must be submitted via the Apply Online button below. The closing date for applications is 23:59PM on 26th November 2023 Interview/assessment - week commencing 7th December 2023 We are happy to talk flexible working and reasonable adjustments and aim to make our recruitment and selection process accessible to all, please contact us to discuss any support you need. The diversity of LSBU’s staff and students is a source of our strength and the richness of ideas and perspectives that this diversity brings makes LSBU a unique place to work. This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the UKVI Skilled Worker route, more details on this can be found within the candidate pack. If you have any questions related to your application, please email the recruitment team [email protected] We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.