Bursary Support Administrator - FE & Student Services

Confidential; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Randstad is recruiting a Bursary Support Administrator for a Further Education college. The role supports students, coordinates bursary administration, assesses applications, and ensures funding allocations follow guidelines across Cambridge and Huntingdon campuses.

The position requires GCSEs in English and Maths, administrative experience, and proficiency with education management systems. It offers a temporary contract of 8 weeks at a full-time 37-hour week and a competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4) or above.
• Proven busy administrative experience with strong customer service.
• Proficient with bespoke admin software and databases.

Responsibilities

• Assess bursary applications and allocate financial support per guidelines.
• Act as a point of contact for bursary queries via email, Teams, phone and in person.
• Coordinate with Finance to ensure timely bursary disbursements.
• Maintain confidential records in PayMyStudent, Promonitor and EBS.
• Assist with bursary appeals documentation and KPI data.
• Update bursary guidance across college channels and ensure GDPR compliance.
• Provide general admin cover during peak enrolment and support Open Events.

Skills

Administrative experience

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Level 3 Business Administration

Tools

PayMyStudent

Promonitor

EBS

Job description

Randstad is recruiting a Bursary Support Administrator for a Further Education college. The role supports students, coordinates bursary administration, assesses applications, and ensures funding allocations follow guidelines across Cambridge and Huntingdon campuses.

The position requires GCSEs in English and Maths, administrative experience, and proficiency with education management systems. It offers a temporary contract of 8 weeks at a full-time 37-hour week and a competitive hourly pay.