Programme Assistant

Who we are!

The University of Salford (UoS) is ambitious and at the heart of a fast-developing community. Our expertise help transform diverse individuals and communities through teaching, research, innovation, and engagement. UoS is at the forefront of this transformation, leading the way in areas such as health, energy, media, and the built environment. Our 20,000 students contribute enormously to the local economy.

What are we looking for? 

We are a friendly team currently looking for a new colleague to work with us in supporting the student journey. The Programme Assistant will be fundamental to the function of our school, performing a range of administrative tasks to support our students and academic team.

The qualities we desire in a colleague are:

• Good communication skills
• Strong administration skills
• Punctuality & reliability
• Ability to work both as part of a team and alone
• An organised and methodical approach to work
• Confident and calm manner
• Ability to work under pressure
• Personable, positive, and enthusiastic
• Proficiency in using Microsoft 365

The salary for this post is:   £ 22,662 - £24,948
This vacancy will close on: Sunday 12th February 2023

 Interview Date:                      20th February 2023

A bit about the School of Science, Engineering & Environment (SEE)… 

The University’s Campus Masterplan includes three new buildings for the SEE School and marks a real step change in our ability to deliver world leading research and innovation.  The SEE School itself has just relocated into a brand-new dedicated building that houses many of our colleagues under one roof, we will have a new ERDF funded Robotics Centre, as well as ‘Energy House 2.0’ – an unrivalled environment to develop future energy saving products.

The School aims to transform the quality of life for society and the well-being of future generations through a better and more sustainable future, offering students programmes from Architecture to Zoology.   

Industry collaboration is at the core of what we do. This is combined with a passion for research and finding solutions to real world problems and those that we may face in the future.  Our work is truly interdisciplinary with a strong focus on developing our knowledge for our colleagues as well as students.  

What’s in it for you?

With over 200 languages spoken across Greater Manchester, we want to create an inspirational, inclusive learning and working environment, celebrating the diversity of our University community in our everyday conversations. Our student population is already incredibly diverse, and we want to ensure this is reflected across our colleague profile as well.

To help you, we have wide ranging colleague support networks, promoting awareness events throughout the year and giving you the opportunity to share your experiences with others. Our extensive faith centre facilities reflect our continuing commitment to support the student and colleague experience and the beliefs and values you bring to our community.

However you identify, whatever your pathway has been to get here, come and join us at the University of Salford where we are all proud to belong - watch us in action here!

There is a varied benefits package available through ‘MySalford’ where you can tailor your benefits to suit your own lifestyle – everything from additional annual leave, savings on High Street shopping, travel discounts as well as health and wellbeing support. To maintain work/life balance (and to help you through this pandemic!) you can connect to work from wherever you are, whether it’s our Peel Park Campus, or your couch at home, the tools are there for you to do your best work from your chosen location. We also offer competitive pay and generous pension scheme, Annual leave starts at 23 days increasing to 27 days, on site car parking (subject to competitive monthly fees) onsite sport facilities and discounted gym membership.

A few more things!

If you would like to discuss this role further please contact Caroline Davies at c.davies@salford.ac.uk

 ** Please note this role does not qualify for visa sponsorship **

 We look forward to receiving your application