School Office Administrator

We are seeking to appoint a full-time School Office Administrator.

The post holder will provide comprehensive and effective administration services to both academic staff and students within the university. You will undertake the full range of programme administration and general office functions, supporting all areas and sharing responsibility for efficient and seamless delivery of services across the Schools.

• Provide programme administration and general office support across the School.
• Ensure efficient and seamless delivery of services across the School.
• Adapt to change and upskill as necessary in a modern higher‑education environment.
• Manage a busy workload and work effectively as part of a team.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work on own initiative.
• Strong IT skills with experience of Microsoft Office 365 applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, One Drive, Teams).
• Commitment to delivering high‑quality services and adaptability to change.
• Professional services experience in a higher‑education setting is desirable.

• 35 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro‑rata for part‑time posts).
• Pension scheme; chaplaincy and spiritual care.
• Library services, free on‑site parking and discounted travel scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme; employee assistance programme; occupational health and counselling services.
• Staff development opportunities.
• Full range of staff benefits detailed on the website:

Informal enquiries about this opportunity are very welcome. Please contact Nicola Chater at nico to discuss the role further.

Application form and further details are available from

Closing date for applications: 23 January 2026.

Interviews will take place on 17 February 2026.

Birmingham Newman University offers a wide range of staff benefits and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Birmingham Newman University is located on Genners Lane, Bartley Green, Birmingham, West Midlands, B32 3NT
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