How to apply
The Open University operates a normal retirement age of 65. Applications can only be accepted from people up to the age of 64 years and 6 months, provided that the applicant would be under the age of 65 when they commence work for the University. This is in line with the Employment Equality (Age) Regulations 2006.
However, new applicants for small short-term contracts to support service delivery to students, such as residential schools, which end before the normal retirement age of 65 may also be considered under the normal recruitment process. The University retains the right to consider new applicants over the age of 65 only where delivery to students would otherwise be adversely affected.
Current Associate Lecturers should refer to Tutorhome for detailed information on the University retirement procedures and applications for employment: http://www.open.ac.uk/tutors/employment-info/pages/policy/employment_equality_age_regulations_2006.htm
When?
The application period for our 2010 summer residential schools is now closed. To find out when you can expect to hear the outcome of your application, see the Appointment schedule.
If you are applying for a Disability Support Role (see below) please note that the closing date was 18 February 2010.
The application period for SXR208 (Observing the Universe) schools taking place in 2010 is now closed.
back to topHow?
1) Check that you have all the information you need to complete your application form before you leave this website:
The following courses have specific additional information:
2) Download the application form
Which file-type best suits my needs?
If you don't have Microsoft Word on your computer, or you prefer to complete your application form by hand, the file-type best suited to your needs is Adobe Acrobat (pdf).
If you prefer to complete your form on computer, or you'd like to save your completed form on disk for subsequent applications, the file-type best suited to your needs is Microsoft Word.
If you have any difficulties downloading or printing either of the application forms please Contact us.
3) Complete and return the application form
Send by email, fax or post.
back to topApplying for a Disability Support role
Please ensure that you have read the job description roles in Roles and Requirements.
The following application forms are available for the following roles:
Disability Support Assistant/Co-ordinator (School)
Disability Support Assistant (Register).
The work of the Disability Support roles brings the jobholder into contact with children and vulnerable adults at residential schools. Accordingly, successful applicants will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) check.
The CRB provides access to criminal record and other relevant information to organisations in England and Wales. The results of the checks carried out by the CRB help us make more informed decisions when recruiting people to work with children and vulnerable adults, ensuring greater protection for the vulnerable and affording greater protection to our students, staff, and volunteers.
Appointment to these roles is subject to a satisfactory disclosure being received from the Criminal Records Bureau.
As a result of the new Vetting and Barring Scheme applicants need to be aware that there will be some changes to the checking process in July 2010 in accordance with the scheme.
back to topChange of availability?
If you need to change your choice of dates and courses after submitting your application form, please Contact us.
back to topInformation for disabled applicants
If you require a copy of the application form in large print, on computer disc or audio cassette please Contact us. If you have a hearing impairment, you can make enquiries on ++44 (0)1908 654901 (Milton Keynes minicom answer phone).
back to topEqual opportunities monitoring form
We ask applicants to complete the equal opportunities monitoring form which is attached to the application form. This provides us with information to monitor recruitment activity in relation to gender, ethnicity and disability. Please be assured that the slip is removed before the selection panel reads your application and that all information is treated in the strictest confidence.
back to topDisclosure
You may be asked to apply to the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) for a disclosure. You will be informed if this is a requirement for any appointment(s) (e.g. if your student group includes a vulnerable adult as defined by CRB). The CRB is an executive group of the Home Office.
back to topFeedback on the recruitment process
If you have any comments or concerns about any stage of the recruitment process, please write to:
HR Advisor Student Services
Human Resources
The Open University
Walton Hall
Milton Keynes
MK7 6AA
We promote diversity in employment and welcome applications from all sections of the community.