Please note a full application including a covering letter detailing your experience alongside a CV is required for applications to be considered. Please be advised applications made without providing a cover letter will not be accepted.
Fixed Term Contract until Sept 2027
Canterbury Christ Church University Internal Advertisement Only
Canterbury Christ Church University is committed to providing job opportunities to its existing staff. You will only be eligible to apply for this vacancy if you are currently employed/working at Canterbury Christ Church University.
Internal applicants wishing to apply on the basis of a secondment from their current position should seek approval for such an arrangement from their current line manager at the earliest possible opportunity/ before applying for the job role.
Background of department/role
An exciting opportunity to join our friendly and supportive Directorate Administration Team within Digital and Student Experience (DASE). As a Directorate Administrator, you will provide high-quality executive and administrative support across four Directorates, helping to ensure effective governance, strong communication and business continuity. Working with colleagues across DASE and the wider University, you will coordinate a diverse range of activities including recruitment and onboarding, governance administration, communications, compliance monitoring, records management and continuous improvement initiatives.
The team provides support across a wide range of activities, including (but not limited to):
- Providing consistent executive support and helping maintain business continuity.
- Coordinating governance processes, reporting activities and Directorate-wide communications.
- Supporting recruitment activity, onboarding and induction for new staff.
- Monitoring and reporting on Health, Safety and Wellbeing compliance requirements.
- Maintaining key Directorate information, records, systems and digital resources.
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives, staff engagement activities, leadership visibility programmes and the delivery of key DASE and University priorities.
- Coordinating Directorate meetings, action tracking, events and stakeholder engagement activities.
- Supporting workforce planning, compliance monitoring and the production of management information and reports.
To be successful in this role, you will be an organised and proactive individual with a strong customer service ethos and a keen eye for detail. You’ll enjoy working collaboratively, managing multiple tasks with confidence.
Desirable requirements: Digital literacy and strong communication skills.
Confidence in using a range of digital tools and systems will help you navigate day-to-day tasks efficiently, while clear and professional communication both written and verbal is key to building effective relationships across the Directorate and beyond.
How will you work?
We are committed to supporting flexible methods of working wherever possible and this role is Flexible and connected (Professional Services).
Campus attendance will vary on a day-to-day basis and across the year but must purposefully align to the needs of our students, staff, and stakeholders. It is expected that there will be a relatively even balance between time spent on and off campus; but in most cases the work location will be determined by the service required or the tasks/activities being undertaken.
How to apply
Start date for applications: 07/10/2026
Closing date for applications: 31/10/2026
Interviews to be held: w/c 09/11/2026
If you require further information regarding the post please feel free to contact Deborah Pentecost, Directorate Manager, Deborah.pentecost@canterbury.ac.uk
Please note, Canterbury Christ Church University reserve the right to bring the closing date of this position forward where a high volume of applications is received.
Additional Information
Canterbury Christ Church University truly welcomes fresh perspectives and new voices. We want you to bring the real you to work, so we are committed to building a genuinely inclusive working environment where everyone is welcomed and where everyone can have a true sense of belonging. Our spirit of community will help us to eliminate discrimination and will enable us all to thrive in a culture that is underpinned by fairness and justice. We therefore seek people to join us who will proactively support and shape this aim and contribute in their own unique way. If this is you, then we are waiting to hear from you. #yourCCCU
Our University is deeply committed to shaping sustainable futures as a key part of its mission and values. If you share this passion, we encourage you to join us in making CCCU a more socially and environmentally conscious, sustainable place to study and work
Employment Visa Clarification: According to the UK Government Points Based System, this position does not fulfil the requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route application.
Please note applications must be made online via the University website; details sent directly via email cannot be considered.
Prior consideration will be given to applicants in the University’s redeployment pool. No agencies, thank you.
For more information about this role, please view the job description via the attachments link above.
Directorate Administrator (Fixed Term Mat Cover) in Canterbury employer: CCCU
Canterbury Christ Church University is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and inclusive work culture that values diverse perspectives and fosters a sense of belonging. With a strong commitment to employee growth and development, the University provides ample opportunities for professional advancement while ensuring a supportive environment that prioritises work-life balance. Located in the historic city of Canterbury, employees benefit from a dynamic academic setting that encourages innovation and collaboration in the field of quality assurance and enhancement.
