20 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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Project Manager

Posted on 26/03/2026
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Project Management
Pay Rate
£23.19 per hour + holiday pay
Vacancy ID: 224823 We are currently recruiting for a Temporary Project Manager to join a centrally based University of Oxford department. This role is available to start as soon as possible, offered on a full-time or part-time basis (minimum 22.5 hours per week) for an initial 12-week period. This is an excellent opportunity to support high-profile, complex research projects wi...
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EA/Office Manager

Posted on 26/03/2026
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
PA/EA
Pay Rate
£16.92 + holiday pay
A department are looking for an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant & Office Manager to provide comprehensive support to senior leadership while ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office. This is a varied and fast-paced role requiring excellent judgement, strong communication skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. Duties: Executive Support ...
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Programme Coordinator

Posted on 24/03/2026
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Events
Pay Rate
£16.92 p/h + Holiday Pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Programme Officer to support the coordination and delivery of an international programme. The role focuses on application processing, stakeholder communication, logistics coordination, and supporting monitoring and evaluation activities. The position is set to commence ASAP and will be full-time for an initial duration of 12 weeks ...
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Assistant Safety Officer

Posted on 23/03/2026
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Administration
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
We are seeking a Temporary Assistant Safety Officer to support a busy Safety team during a particularly demanding period. The role is primarily on-site. Starting asap for approximately 12 weeks in the first instance. Essential Criteria: PhD/DPhil in Chemistry or related subject, or equivalent lab-based experience. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. ...
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Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Project Admin
Pay Rate
£20.77 p/h + Holiday Pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-focused Cyber Security Delivery Support Officer to support the coordination and delivery of cyber security activities. The role focuses on tracking actions, supporting governance processes, preparing reports, and ensuring cyber security initiatives are delivered effectively. The position is set to commence ASAP and will be full-time for an ...
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Finance Assistant

Posted on 20/03/2026
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Finance Admin/Support
Pay Rate
£14.98 per hour + holiday pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
Vacancy ID: 22424 We are looking for a detail-oriented Finance Assistant to support the daily operations within the department. Key Responsibilities: Respond to straightforward enquiries, providing advice on financial procedures and policies and referring to the Finance officer where necessary Responsible for raising purchase requisitions in the Oracle ...
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Senior Academic Administrator

Posted on 20/03/2026
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Administration
Pay Rate
£20.77 - £25.19 per hour depending on experience + holiday pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
Vacancy ID: 22423 We are seeking an experienced Senior Academic Administrator to join a centrally based Oxford University department on a 12-week temporary assignment. This is a senior, high-impact role leading the delivery of administrative support across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. You will manage a dedicated team, oversee teaching and examination administratio...
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HR Assistant

Posted on 20/03/2026
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
HR/Recruitment
Pay Rate
£14.98 + holiday pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
We are looking for an organised administrator to support casual appointments, recruitment activity and general HR administration. Duties will include issuing engagement letters, completing right to work checks, setting up appointments on PXD, advertising vacancies, arranging interviews, gathering references and processing employment-related documentation. Duties: • Support casu...
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HR Project Officer

Posted on 20/03/2026
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
HR/Recruitment
Pay Rate
£16.92 p/h
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
We are seeking an experienced and highly organised HR Project Officer to lead the implementation of a Career Development Review (CDR) process for Researchers across the Division. This role will play a key part in configuring and embedding the 'My Development' module within PeopleXD, ensuring a smooth and effective rollout. Please note: Candidates without demonstrable experience using P...
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Outreach Delivery Assistant

Posted on 20/03/2026
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Administration
Pay Rate
£16.92 + holiday pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
We are looking for an organised and proactive Outreach and Events Assistant to support the delivery of outreach and access programmes, with a particular focus on online and residential activity. This role will involve coordinating events, managing communications with schools, students and stakeholders, supporting marketing activity, maintaining accurate records and providing wide-ranging adminis...
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Personal Assistant

Posted on 20/03/2026
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
PA/EA
Pay Rate
£18.80 + holiday pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
Previous experience as an EA/PA and minuting is essential. Duties: • To be the first point of contact for visitors to the Bursary, responding courteously and efficiently and to assist or redirect as required. • To manage the F&E Bursar's and Home Bursar's diary, organising events and ensuring attendance at meetings, including organising travel arrangements. &bul...
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Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Administration
Pay Rate
£16.92 p/h + Holiday Pay
To apply for this role you must have: Experience developing and delivering group or visitor offers, ideally in a museum, heritage or visitor-focused setting. Proven ability to achieve commercial targets and contribute to revenue growth. We are seeking a commercially focused and collaborative Commercial Groups & Travel Trade Officer to develop and deliver a ...
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