Hatfield College Administrator (0.5 FTE)

Hatfield College and the Role

Hatfield is Durham University’s second oldest college. Situated on the Bailey, close to the Cathedral, overlooking the River Wear, the College combines a thoroughly contemporary outlook with pride in its historical roots and traditions. It attracts a wide diversity of students, both undergraduate and postgraduate, with a broad range of interests, experiences and backgrounds. Reflecting the College e thos, #AllOneHatfield, all students are encouraged and supported to take up opportunities, to participate, and to contribute to the wellbeing of a thriving community. Hatfield also has an active Senior Common Room, comprising members from both within and outside the University, and a thriving and supportive alumni community.

The post holder will be involved in a wide range of activities, ensuring efficient and effective administrative support for the College management team. They will join a small group of staff in a busy College Office providing assistance with areas such as student support queries and administration; the organisation of events and student enrichment activities including the College mentor scheme and alumni engagement; accommodation administration; student discipline administration; and meeting organisation, support and note-taking.

The post holder will combine sound administrative skills with an enthusiasm for supporting students and College life more broadly.

What you are required to submit:

• A CV
• A covering letter which shows examples of how you meet all of the criteria within the Person Specification, outlining your experience, strengths and potential in relation to the role
• A Word document with detailed examples of how you satisfy the essential and desirable criteria in relation to the role.

Please ensure that you submit all document listed above or your application cannot proceed to the next stage.

Contact details

If you would like to have a chat or ask any questions about the role, please contact Dr James Armitage, Vice Master of Hatfield College. (Email: or telephone: +44 (0) 191 334 2636).

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