School Support Assistant

This role will be based on the main campus, with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

Do you have a proactive and enthusiastic approach to your work?  Can you use your initiative to find answers to a wide range of queries? Would you like to be part of a supportive and friendly team?  

The University of Leeds is one of the top 75 universities in the world.  We have a truly global community, with more than 39,000 students from 170 different countries and over 9,000 staff of 100 different nationalities.   Established in 1904, we have a strong tradition of academic excellence, reflected in first-class student education, along with world-leading research that has a real impact around the globe.  

Providing high-level assistance to the Head of School, Senior Team, and School Manager, your role spans various areas, including Finance, HR, and Estates. With excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, you will manage clerical tasks, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail. Proficient in Microsoft Office, you will handle electronic diary management, emails, and internet tasks efficiently. As part of the School of Sociology and Social Policy, you will support non-student functions, such as travel arrangements, purchasing, and maintaining records. Be the welcoming face for non-student visitors and inquiries.

What we offer in return 

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year! 
• Generous pension scheme plus life assurance– the University contributes 14.5% of salary 
• Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance 
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls. 
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team. 
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available. 

And much more!   

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Jodie Dyson, School Operations Manager

School of Sociology and Social Policy

Tel:   +44 (0)113 343 4438 

Email: [email protected]

 
Location:  Leeds – Main Campus
Faculty/Service:  Faculty of Social Sciences
School/Institute:  School of Sociology & Social Policy
Category:  Administrative and Clerical Support
Grade: 
Grade 3
Salary: 
£22,214 to £23,144
per annum
Post Type: 
Full Time
Contract Type:  Fixed Term (Fixed term until 28 February 2025 because there is need for temporary cover)
Release Date:  Monday 19 February 2024
Closing Date:  Sunday 03 March 2024
Reference:  ESLSS1113
Downloads:  Candidate Brief