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Job Reference

0388-25

Date Posted

Thursday 1 May 2025

Application Closing Date

Wednesday 14 May 2025 at 11.59pm

Location

Preston Campus

Salary

£26,338 to £29,179 per annum

Basis

Full Time

Contract Type

Indefinite

Job Category / Type

Professional Services

School / Service

School of Engineering and Computing

Hours

36.25 hours per week

Interview Date

To be confirmed

Job details

When you work for the University of Central Lancashire, you’ll be part of a thriving community of talent that’s united in a common commitment to transform lives. We do this by delivering an outstanding educational experience and creating prosperity and opportunity in the communities we serve. Whatever your role, you’ll be playing a vital part in helping us achieve our vision.

About the role:

To provide proactive assistance to the School leadership team, including administrative support, advice and guidance to academic staff on University processes and supporting day to-day enquiries from staff and students as required. To liaise and communicate effectively with internal and external customers demonstrating a robust knowledge and understanding of the University.

About you:

The ideal applicant for this role is an organised and proactive individual with the ability to manage a varied and demanding workload. They are confident in their use of Microsoft Office, electronic diary systems, and maintaining accurate records, with experience servicing meetings and supporting financial processes such as procurement and travel arrangements. With strong written and verbal communication skills, the applicant demonstrates professionalism, tact, and a commitment to confidentiality and GDPR compliance. They possess problem-solving capabilities and are motivated to contribute to a culture of continuous improvement while actively supporting events that enhance the student experience. Applicants will need to have a range of GCSEs, including English Language and Maths at Grade C/Grade 4 or above, or appropriate equivalent experiential learning.

What we can offer you:

Our people are our most important asset. We’ll encourage you to make the most of your talents and continually develop your skills and knowledge. As well as realising your career ambitions, you’ll be making a positive difference to other people’s lives. We also offer a fantastic package of rewards and lifestyle benefits – from an attractive annual leave entitlement to access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform.

We are proud to be a diverse, multicultural university. We are committed to building a truly inclusive culture where diversity is championed. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals who will support the diversification within the University and support its development of a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all.

The University is committed to providing a safe environment to study, work and visit, protecting children, young people and adults at risk from harm and abuse. Our safeguarding policy and safer recruitment procedure outlines our approach, alongside other internal policies, procedures and guidance which can be found on our Safeguarding page.

Applicants applying for roles in regulated activity and that are listed as an exception under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required to disclose any spent and unspent convictions and undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check at the appropriate level, the University will only ask an applicant to make an application for a DBS check if they are legally entitled to.

We are proud to share that we will soon be known as the University of Lancashire. Building upon nearly 200 years of academic excellence, this exciting new chapter reflects our commitment and ambition for Lancashire and beyond. We believe in helping people to seize every opportunity to flourish in education, at work and for life. Together, we’re here to help you achieve great things.

Where opportunity creates success.