12 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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Finance Assistant

Posted on 21/10/2025
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Finance Admin/Support
Pay rate
£14.98 per hour + holiday pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
Vacancy ID: 20614 We are seeking an experienced Temporary Finance Assistant to join a City Centre based department at the University of Oxford . This is an excellent opportunity to support key financial operations. Paying £14.96 per hour plus holiday on a Full time basis. Key Responsibilities Process expense claims (in the SAP Concur E-expenses system and ex...
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Clinical Trials Assistant

Posted on 21/10/2025
Location
Headington (Old Road Campus)
Category
Administration
Pay rate
£14.98 per hour, plus holiday pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
To apply for this role you must have: Demonstrable experience in an administrative role within an office environment Strong organisational and time management abilities Driving licence with business insurance (desirable but not essential) We are seeking a motivated and organised Clinical Trials Assistant to join our research team. This is a varied ...
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Stores Technician

Posted on 20/10/2025
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Miscellaneous
Pay rate
£14.98 p/h + Holiday Pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
To apply for this role you must have: Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping accuracy Ability to use initiative and manage workload effectively in a busy environment Organised and methodical approach to work We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Stores Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role...
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Bursary Administrator & HR Support

Posted on 16/10/2025
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Administration
Pay rate
£16.92 p/h + holiday pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
For this role, it is essential to have People XD experience. You will also need to have experience within HR, strong IT & numerical skills and the ability to understand and advise on HR issues. Candidates without this experience need not apply In this role, you will provide general HR support, lead the recruitment process, maintain personnel records and assist with budged managemen...
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Finance Officer

Posted on 14/10/2025
Location
Headington (JR Hospital)
Category
Finance Admin/Support
Pay rate
£14.98 per hour + holiday pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
Only candidates with Oracle R12 experience within the University of Oxford will be considered for this position. Applicants without this specific experience will not be shortlisted. Vacancy ID: 20456 We are seeking an experienced Temporary Finance Officer to join a Headington based department at the University of Oxford . This is an excellent oppor...
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Finance Officer

Posted on 10/10/2025
Location
Headington (Old Road Campus)
Category
Finance/Accountancy
Pay rate
£18.80 per hour + holiday pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
Only candidates with Oracle R12 experience within the University of Oxford will be considered for this position. Applicants without this specific experience will not be shortlisted. Vacancy ID: 20425 We are seeking an experienced Temporary Finance Officer to join a Headington based department at the University of Oxford . This is an excellent opportunity to support...
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Purchasing Officer

Posted on 09/10/2025
Location
Headington (Old Road Campus)
Category
Finance Admin/Support
Pay rate
£16.92 p/h + Holiday pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
To apply for this role you must have: Experience in financial administration or a similar purchasing role Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping Experience producing and interpreting financial reports We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Officer to provide high-quality financial and admin...
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Estates Manager

Posted on 09/10/2025
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Facilities Admin
Pay rate
£25.19 per hour + holiday pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
To apply for this role you must have: Proven management experience in an estates, facilities, or property environment. Financially astute with sound commercial awareness and an eye for value for money. Experience in capital and operational budget planning and control. We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Estates Manager to lead the st...
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EA

Posted on 07/10/2025
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 acrossthe department As a trusted partner to the CDIO, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the effective day-to-day running of the CDIO's office, working closely with senior colleagues across the University ...
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Assessment Manager

Posted on 06/10/2025
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Administration
Pay rate
£18.80 per hour + Holiday pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
To apply for this role you must have: experience with, or at a minimum basic understand of, Oxford University assessment processes Applicants without the above experience will not be considered under any circumstances We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Assessment Manager to lead the coordination and delivery of all aspects of the assessment p...
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Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
PA/EA
Pay rate
Dependent on assignment
The University of Oxford Temporary Staffing Service is an internal recruitment service supplying University departments with temporary staff. We are seeking candidates with Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant skills to join the pool of workers. You should be available to start work at short notice, or be approaching the end of another commitment. Candidates should be able to...
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Temporary Administrative Roles

Posted on 03/07/2024
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Administration
Pay rate
Competitive rates of pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
Vacancy Ref:9002 The University of Oxford is inviting applicants with suitable administrative and clerical skills to register with the Temporary Staffing Service, an internal recruitment service supplying University departments with temporary staff. Assignments range in length and a mixture of working patterns will be available, accommodating those who require flexibility, or just...
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