ROYAL AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY

Junior IT Support Desk Advisor Salary : Grade 3 starting at £23,061 and progressing to £24,685 Please note: it is the university s policy to appoint new staff at the bottom of the pay scale, unless there are demonstrable exceptional skills and experience the candidate brings with them. Term : Permanent, full-time (Flexible working options are available) Location : Cirencester, GL7 6JS The Royal Agricultural University RAU has been at the forefront of agricultural education for 180 years and is globally renowned for its links with industry and courses that are designed to meet the demands of the changing land-based sector. IT Support at the RAU is key to the success of the University by the enabling of academic staff, the enrichment of curriculum and of both face-to-face and distance learning. The Support Desk team provides software, systems and hardware support to staff, students and other users. This person will be an important member of the team undertaking support activities as directed and working directly with users to provide IT support and escalate issues to enable resolution. The IT & Estates team are looking for a Junior IT Support Desk Advisor to join the team to provide first line support and triage to end-users (staff, students and visitors to the university), providing solutions where possible, and escalating to more senior team members when required. They will be involved in the day to day operational tasks of maintenance and support for software and hardware on campus, and will be expected to keep up to date with developments in the field and the ongoing requirements of the university to grow their knowledge and understanding in order to provide high standards of support. This role would be an excellent development opportunity for those who have an aptitude for computers and IT but don t necessarily have formal training in this area. Key requirements for the successful candidate are excellent customer service skills, the ability to accurately gather, record and clearly communicate customer issues and needs, and experience in following complex, technical instructions. The RAU is set in beautiful surroundings and offers a range of Staff Benefits including a 35-hour working week, a generous 30 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time posts), pension scheme, free and guaranteed parking on campus, discounted catering facilities, free onsite gym, free library services, employee assistance programme, occupational health and counselling services, cycle to work scheme and staff development opportunities. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the RAU, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Closing date : Wednesday 19th August 2026 Interview date : Wednesday 3rd September 2026 The RAU is an equal opportunities employer and we particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the RAU at this level

Grounds and Pitch Care Operative Location: Cirencester Salary: Grade 5: starting salary £26,707 per annum Term: Full-time, permanent, 35 hours a week - some weekend work required. The Royal Agricultural University (RAU) is committed to providing an outstanding environment for learning, sport and wellbeing. As part of the University's long-term investment in its campus and sporting facilities, we are seeking a Grounds and Pitch Care Operative to help maintain and develop our sports grounds to the highest possible standards. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and practical individual to play a key role in the care and development of the University's natural and artificial playing surfaces. Working throughout the seasons, the successful candidate will help ensure that our sports pitches provide a safe, high-quality experience for students, staff, visiting teams and commercial users. The role is largely outdoors, involves physically demanding work and requires confidence in working independently, while also collaborating closely with colleagues across the University. The successful candidate will undertake a wide range of grounds maintenance activities, including mowing, marking, aeration, fertilising, scarifying, seeding and top dressing, alongside the maintenance and cleaning of artificial playing surfaces. They will also be responsible for maintaining sports equipment and grounds machinery, carrying out routine safety and condition checks, and ensuring all playing surfaces remain safe, fit for purpose and match ready. Working with colleagues from RAU Sport, the Students' Union and external users, the postholder will help coordinate pitch usage and maintenance programmes to maximise the quality and availability of facilities throughout the year. They will maintain accurate maintenance records, contribute to effective campus-wide grounds maintenance, and ensure all work is carried out in accordance with the University's Health and Safety procedures. We welcome applications from individuals with experience in sports turf or grounds maintenance who have a good understanding of pitch renovation and maintenance practices. Applicants should have experience of maintaining sports grounds to a high standard, be physically able to undertake the demands of the role, and demonstrate excellent organisation, initiative and a flexible approach to work. A qualification in sports turf management, spraying certificates (or progress towards obtaining them), and experience of working collaboratively with sports teams or facility users would be advantageous. For a full job description and details on how to apply please click apply. Closing date : 30 August 2026 Interviews : 11 September 2026 The RAU is an equal opportunities employer and we particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within the RAU at this level.

Student Records Officer Part-time (0.6 FTE), Permanent Cirencester, Gloucestershire Grade 5: £26 236 (dependant on experience) Offered as a job-share for 21 hours per week, this role is predominantly campus-based. The Royal Agricultural University RAU has been at the forefront of agricultural education for over 175 years and is globally renowned for its links with industry and courses that are designed to meet the demands of the changing land-based sector. As one of the UK s smallest universities, we are ideally people-centred and agile: students and staff alike are names, not numbers. As well as creating a pleasant working environment, this also means that we advance projects promptly, with clarity on lines of support for colleagues in supporting the University s mission. We are looking to recruit a Student Records Officer as part of a job share. Working within the Registry Team, the post holder will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of student records, responding to staff and student requests on the application and interpretation of university policies for students and the University s regulations, including for collaborative partner organisations. The responsibilities of the team include the operation of student records systems, the analysis and reporting of data, supporting the operation of student processes and the resolution of student queries. All members of the Academic Services department work flexibly to support each other and therefore this role holds opportunities for gaining a wider range of experience in academic administration. As part of the Academic Services department the postholder will carry out all necessary administrative duties to support the maintenance of student records, including module registration, programme enrolment and fee records, in order for Academic Services to deliver a professional, customer-focused service which supports students, academic staff and professional services through the provision of accurate data and contributes to an excellent student experience. The successful candidate will have experience of managing multiple administrative tasks in busy education setting, accurately using a student records system and with competence in using MS Office applications. The candidate should put the customer experience at the forefront of their delivery, with excellent communication and organisational skills. Interviews: 12th February 2026 To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for RAU, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.