Head of School PA (SC4843) in University of East Anglia

Faculty Professional Services – SCI

Salary will be £26,338 per annum, with an annual increment up to £29,959 per annum

Indefinite

Administrative and Secretarial (SC)

01 Aug 2025

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Faculty of Science
Faculty Professional Services

Head of School PA- School of Chemistry, Pharmacy and Pharmacology
Ref: SC4843

Starting salary from £26,338 per annum, dependent on skills and experience, with an annual increment up to £29,959 per annum.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of School PA to undertake secretarial and administrative duties to support the Head of School for Chemistry, Pharmacy and Pharmacology and wider School delivering a strong customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.

You will provide efficient, pro-active and high-quality customer support and assist the Head of School by undertaking a number of secretarial and administrative duties including drafting reports, taking minutes, arranging travel, organising meetings, answering queries and diary management. You will also assist in the procurement of equipment, monitor and maintain finances where required and support new starters.

You will have a good standard of secondary education or equivalent experience in a similar role. Strong organisational, interpersonal and communication skills are essential as is the ability to manage a varied workload in a high paced environment. Previous experience in procurement processes, budget management and/or updating websites and social media would be advantageous.

This full-time post is available on an indefinite basis.

Benefits include:

34 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days (pro rata for part-time).
Family and Work-life balance policies including hybrid working and considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on-campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and public transport discounts.
Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.

Closing date: 1 August 2025

The University holds an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality.

Further Information

For further information, including the Job Description and Person Specification, please see the attached Candidate Brochure.

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Caroline Hill, School Manager via [email protected].

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