26 Temporary Assignments

These opportunities are just some of the temporary assignments available. The TSS is continuously receiving short-term staffing requirements from departments and colleges, often filled by our existing pool of candidates. To be considered for the assignments you’ll need to register to join the TSS. Registering is quick and easy, you can begin the process by visiting our Registration page.

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HR Policy Officer

Posted on 10/02/2026
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
HR/Recruitment
Pay Rate
£25.19 p/h + Holiday Pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
To apply for this role you must have: Understanding of employment law. Experience of working with HR policies including governance. We are seeking a highly organised and detail-focused HR Policy Officer to support the work of the Policy Team. This role plays a key part in panel administration, policy development, governance support, and information ma...
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Deputy Head of Finance

Posted on 10/02/2026
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Accountant/Assistant Accountant
Pay Rate
£24.73 per hour + holiday pay
Vacancy Type
Part-time (temporary)
Vacancy ID: 21966 We are currently recruiting for a Temporary Deputy Head of Finance for a centrally based Oxford University College. The role is part-time , due to commence as soon as possible , and is offered for an initial 12-week period. The Role Reporting to the Bursar and working closely with the Head of Finance and HR, you will support the delivery of financial...
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Finance Project Coordinator

Posted on 10/02/2026
Location
Headington (Old Road Campus)
Category
Project Admin
Pay Rate
£16.94 p/h
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Finance Project Coordinator to support the delivery of projects through effective coordination of events, finances, communications, and administration. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work across multiple workstreams. The position is set to commence ASAP and will be full-...
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EA

Posted on 09/02/2026
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
PA/EA
Pay Rate
£18.80 p/h + holiday pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
We are seeking a highly organised, proactive, and professional Executive Assistant (EA) to support the Chief Digital Information Officer (CDIO) in delivering strategic priorities across the department. As a trusted partner, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the effective day-to-day running of the office, working closely with senior colleagues across the University and beyond. This ...
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Programme Manager

Posted on 06/02/2026
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Administration
Pay Rate
£18.80 p/h + Holiday Pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
We are seeking an experienced and student-focused Programme Manager to oversee the end-to-end delivery of one or more academic programmes. This role combines programme management, event delivery, stakeholder engagement, data and systems management, and financial oversight to ensure an excellent student experience and effective academic delivery. The position is set to commence ASAP ...
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Executive Assistant

Posted on 06/02/2026
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
PA/EA
Pay Rate
£18.80 + holiday pay
Vacancy Type
Part-time (temporary)
Previous EA/PA experience is essential for this role. Duties • Provide executive support to the Head of Section, including complex diary management and acting as the first point of contact for enquiries and visitors. • Manage correspondence and communications, drafting responses and briefing materials and liaising with colleagues as required. • Coordinate comp...
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Location
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Category
Administration
Pay Rate
£14.98 p/h + Holiday Pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Programme Digital Support Coordinator to support the delivery of high-quality digital learning across professional development programmes. This role works closely with digital learning, academic and programme teams to build, maintain and support virtual learning environments and digital resources. The position is set to commence ASAP an...
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Admin Support Assistant

Posted on 06/02/2026
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Administration
Pay Rate
£16.92 p/h + holiday pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Governance Assistant to join the team and provide essential administrative support across committees, Congregation, and University elections. This is a varied and responsible role at the heart of the University's governance processes, offering exposure to senior decision-making structures and statutory procedures. About the Role ...
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Head of Project Management Office

Posted on 05/02/2026
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Administration
Pay Rate
£29.04 p/h
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
Vacancy ID: 21922 Reporting to the Director of Capital Projects, the role will lead the Programme Management Office (PMO), embedding a consistent approach to portfolio, programme and project management across the capital investment programme. The candidate will line manage approximately 8–10 staff providing project administration, compliance and financial support, and ...
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Database Administrator

Posted on 05/02/2026
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Data Entry/Analysis
Pay Rate
£18.80-20.77 per hour (DOE) + Holiday Pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
To apply for this role you must have: Significant experience managing and maintaining Microsoft Access databases, including VBA and backend structures; Proven ability to stabilise and modernise legacy systems with minimal documentation; Strong understanding of database design principles, data integrity, and risk management. We are looking for a d...
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Grants Officer

Posted on 05/02/2026
Location
Headington (Old Road Campus)
Category
Finance Admin/Support
Pay Rate
£18.80 per hour + Holiday Pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
To apply for this role you must have: Experience of research grants administration, both pre- and post-award; Experience of using the X5 costing tool in a University context; Excellent IT skills, including advanced use of Excel. We are looking for a detail-oriented Grants Officer to support the daily operations within the department. Th...
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Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Miscellaneous
Pay Rate
£14.98 p/h + holiday pay
Vacancy Type
Part-time (temporary)
We are seeking a proactive and reliable Senior Facilities Support Assistant to play a key role in the smooth day-to-day operation of the building. This is a highly visible, front-line position that supports students, staff, and visitors, while also supervising facilities support assistants and coordinating essential services across the site. You will be responsible for ensuring that c...
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