Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
School of Health Sciences
Faculty Professional Services
Administrative Assistant
Ref: SC4867
Salary on appointment will be £24,685 per annum, with an annual increment up to £26,093 per annum
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Administrative Assistant to undertake secretarial and administrative duties to support the School of Health Sciences (HSC) and deliver a strong customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.
You will provide efficient, pro-active and high quality customer service and assist the School by undertaking a range of administrative duties to support the delivery of HSC apprenticeship provision, including support for admissions and professional (re)accreditation activities and events.
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.
This full-time post is available immediately on a fixed term basis to 28 September 2026.
UEA offers a variety of flexible working options and although this role is advertised on a full-time basis, we encourage applications from individuals who would prefer a flexible working pattern including annualised hours, compressed working hours, part time, job share, term-time only and/or hybrid working. Details of preferred hours should be stated in the personal statement and will be discussed further at interview.
Benefits include:
- 34 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days.
- 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, public transport discounts and childcare and Cycle to Work salary sacrifice schemes where eligible.
- Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.
Closing date: 26 September 2025
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