BPPS JF - Grade 1 Without Staff Responsibility

Overview

We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long-term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role. If you are unable to complete your application via our recruitment system or would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to support you in the application process, please get in touch with us on

Job Description - BPPS JF - Grade 1 Without Staff Responsibility ()

Job Number:

Department: Anthropology

Type: Casual/Atypical (Student) - Atypical

Contract Duration: 12 weeks (variable depending on term time and vacation periods)

The Role and Department

This is a casual internship opportunity with the Department of Anthropology. The role involves building a website for the Special Interest Group in Indigenous and Colonial Studies (SIGICS) on Durham University's WordPress platform, including collecting information from SIGICS members. It would suit a student with existing skills and experience in web page development. You will plan and prioritise your own work, adhere to agreed deliverables and timeframes, and refer any workload or timeframe issues to your supervisors. You will liaise with relevant IT staff to address technical issues. The work can be done from home or on-site from any computer with access to WordPress.

Hiring Manager: Gillian Bentley (Dept of Anthropology) -

Working at Durham

• You'll receive 27 days of annual leave per year in addition to 8 public holidays and 4 customary days per year - a total of 39 days.
• Parking across campus, cycle to work scheme, and discounts with local bus and train companies.
• Exclusive discounts via the benefits portal on groceries, high street retailers, IT products, dining out, and attractions.
• On-site nursery rated Outstanding by Ofsted; holiday camps for children aged 5-16.
• Health and wellbeing support, including discounted gym membership and 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Opportunities to take part in volunteering and family-friendly policies including maternity and adoption leave.
• Development opportunities including qualifications, IT skills, courses, and apprenticeships.
• Generous pension schemes with varying contribution amounts.

Discover more about our total rewards and benefits package.

What you need to demonstrate when you apply

Please consider contextualising the criteria and highlight changes in a new colour as they may be checked. Where there are words in square brackets, contextualisation is encouraged. The criteria should allow you to shortlist candidates who have the skills and experience to undertake this vacancy without being overly restrictive. Qualifications and IT skills can be amended to suit the role. Desirable criteria may be included.

1. Good spoken and written communication skills.
2. Advanced digital skills including the ability to construct websites.
3. Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
4. Experience of working in a team.
5. Ability to manage time to meet deadlines.
6. Ability to follow instructions, spoken or written, accurately.
7. Experience using WordPress is an advantage.

How to Apply

We prefer to receive applications online. When you apply you need to submit a CV and/or a statement that tells us your experience and provides examples of how you meet the criteria, or submit the application form with the information included.

We will update you about your application at various points throughout the selection process via automated emails from our e-recruitment system. Please check spam/junk folders to ensure you do not miss updates.

Who to contact for more information

If you would like to have a chat or ask questions about the role or if you are struggling to complete the application process, Gillian Bentley can speak with you:

Typical Role Requirements

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Service Delivery

• Work on WordPress to construct a website using information provided by your supervisor and information you collect.
• Maintain good time management and deliver within the expected hours.

Teamwork

• Help and cooperate with the rest of your team.
• Support other team members to carry out their tasks when asked.
• Raise any problems to more senior colleagues.

Communication/Personal

• Show a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and the University's values.
• Use digital devices and apps (email) to communicate with your supervisors.
• Any other reasonable duties.

Please note that submitting your application will process your data in accordance with the University Privacy Statement. When appointing to this role the University must ensure that it meets applicable immigration requirements, including salary thresholds which may apply to some visas.

Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement: Not Applicable.

Notes

We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long-term health conditions, and we are committed to fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever reasonable, and adjustments will be made to support people within their role. If you are unable to complete your application, please contact