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Professional Assistant

United Kingdom, Ipswich Employment contract 28778.00 - 32080.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted May 20, 2026
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Job Description

The School of Health, Sciences and Society is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our School Office. This key role provides professional support to the Executive Dean and the School Executive Team, while also assisting the School Manager with the day-to-day operations of the School.

Job Responsibility

  • Provides professional support to the Executive Dean and the School Executive Team
  • assists the School Manager with the day-to-day operations of the School

Requirements

  • Excellent organisational, communication, problem-solving and IT skills
  • experience of diary management, organising events and clerking meetings
  • passionate about making a difference in Higher Education administration
  • enjoys the challenge of working in a fast-paced environment

What we offer

  • Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days for Bands 1-4 and 30 days for Bands 5 and above, plus 8 bank holidays and any university closure days
  • Enjoy an extra day of paid leave on your birthday
  • Flexible working, including family friendly policies
  • Competitive workplace pension scheme (USS) – with an employer contribution rate of 14.5%, tax relief on contributions and life cover
  • Staff discounts at a number of local amenities in Ipswich
  • Discounted membership at Adastral Park Leisure and Sports
  • Access to a range of high-quality learning and development opportunities
  • Discounted rates for staff approved to study a UoS undergraduate or postgraduate course
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Electric vehicle salary sacrifice
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Staff recognition annual awards

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