Programme Assistant

The University of Salford has an exciting opportunity available for a Programme Assistant!  

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the programme administrator and programme leaders in the smooth running of the International Foundation Year, University Wide Language Programme, Pre-Sessional English and Learning English for Academic Purposes. This post is a dynamic role and liaises with the four main Schools and central professional services teams.

The ideal candidate will have Higher Education experience and a passion for working with different cultures and languages!

Please contact David Holt at D.L.Holt@salford.ac.uk  for an informal discussion.

UoS are committed to safer recruitment practices.  Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to checks by the Disclosure & Barring Service.

So what will the role involve?

• Assist the Programme Administrator in the delivery of their responsibilities;
• Provide a front-line professional service to visitors to the School Office and outstanding customer experience to students and staff in all aspects of programme administration;
• Liaise with the Student Administration Team in relation to all aspects of the student journey;
• Contribute to the collection and preparation of data for assessment board meetings, including coordination of external examiner input and ensure all relevant deadlines are met.

A bit about Salford Languages…

The International and Regional Development Directorate is a fundamental department in delivering the University’s internationalisation strategy and ICZ (Industry Collaboration Zones) agenda. The Directorate includes Salford Languages.

Salford Languages is a centre of international study and language learning, offering a range of British Council-accredited English language courses and foreign language programmes to current and prospective University of Salford students. Salford Languages is ranked in the top 10 best University English Language Centres in the UK (EL Gazette). The English language teaching and support at Salford has passed a rigorous inspection process. Every one of our English language courses is fully accredited by the British Council and we are a member of English UK.

What’s in it for you?

Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme

Generous annual leave – An impressive 32 days leave, plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!

Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and hybrid working, subject to business requirements.

Professional development - a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential.

Our community – there’s a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives.

The perks! MySalford, our online employee portal, offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts.

Wellbeing – your wellbeing is our priority. We have a wide range of dedicated services and facilities to support your mental and physical health.

Location and campuses - Our location sets us apart. We are just 2km from Manchester city centre. Our Peel Park campus is unique and offers lots of green spaces. Our MediaCity campus is at the heart of one of the country's leading digital and media hubs.

Become unstoppable – apply today!

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