Bursary Assistant

As a Bursary Assistant, you will support the effective administration of the College's bursary, childcare, and Adult Learner Support funds, ensuring applications are processed accurately and students are assessed against the relevant eligibility criteria.

You will be responsible for recording agreed data on the College MIS system, processing BACS payments for weekly bursary awards, and maintaining accurate records of expenditure in line with funding body guidance and College financial regulations.

The role will also involve liaising with students, tutors, Student Advisors, childcare providers, nurseries and childminders, as well as supporting Discretionary Support Funds Panel meetings by taking minutes, maintaining clear records of decisions, and following up agreed actions.

You will also help prepare and distribute information, publicity, and associated forms relating to the funds, respond to enquiries from applicants, notify applicants and tutors of decisions, and prepare papers where appeals are required.

United Colleges Group provides education to over 11,000 learners a year, including 16-18-year-olds, adults, apprentices, and students with high needs, across our five campuses and two colleges; City of Westminster College and College of North West London. The Cockpit Theatre also forms part of the Group.

With an annual turnover of over £50m, we are one of the top 20 largest college groups in the UK. We offer education and training in almost all vocational areas at a variety of levels for a wide range of learners of all ages and starting points.

Our mission is to provide all our learners with the very best knowledge and to break down any barriers to learning. We pride ourselves on enabling our learners to meet their individual needs and aspirations and we deliver a learning experience that is unique, enjoyable and rewarding.