13 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 & Events Administrator

Posted on 27/10/2025
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Finance Admin/Support
Pay Rate
£16.92 per hr + Holiday Pay
Vacancy Type
Part-time (temporary)
To apply for this role you must have: Experience working within a University environment Must have Oracle experience, with a preference for candidates who have worked at a university Confident in raising acquisitions, POs and credit card reconciliations Join the team at the University of Oxford as a Finance & Events Administrator , providing e...
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Assistant Lab Manager

Posted on 27/10/2025
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Miscellaneous
Pay Rate
18.80 p/h + Holiday Pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
To apply for this role you must have: Experience working in a microbiology or related laboratory environment Experience in procurement of laboratory equipment, consumables, and services Strong knowledge of UK/EU health and safety legislation applicable to laboratory work We are seeking an organised and proactive Assistant Laboratory Manager t...
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Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Facilities Admin
Pay Rate
£14.98 per hr + Holiday Pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
To apply for this role you must have: Experience of operating Oracle R12 Desirable experience of operating Planon (CAFM) system Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, set priorities, and adhere to deadlines Join the Facilities Management team at the University of Oxford as a Facilities Administration Assistant , providing essential admin...
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PA & Research Group Administrator

Posted on 24/10/2025
Location
Headington (Old Road Campus)
Category
PA/EA
Pay Rate
£18.80 p/h + holiday pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Personal Assistant and Group Administrator to provide professional administrative support within one of our Headington based departments This is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of a dynamic research environment, combining high-level personal assistance, administrative coordination, event organisation, and communications manageme...
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Laboratory Technician

Posted on 24/10/2025
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Facilities Admin
Pay Rate
£16.92 per hr + Holiday Pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
To apply for this role you must have: Previous experience of working in a laboratory (desirable). Willing to work with fruit flies Educated to GCSE / A level standard or equivalent in a science subject We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join a leading neuroscience research centre at the University of Oxf...
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EA

Posted on 24/10/2025
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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Laboratory Support Technician

Posted on 23/10/2025
Location
Oxford City Centre
Category
Facilities Admin
Pay Rate
£14.51 per hour + holiday pay
Vacancy Type
Full-time (temporary)
Vacancy ID: 20650 We are currently recruiting for a Temporary Laboratory Support Technician to join a department within Oxford University. The position is set to commence ASAP and will be full-time for an initial duration of 4 weeks (until 28th November) with a pay rate of £14.51 per hour + holiday pay Key Responsibilities: Collec...
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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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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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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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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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