At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Faculty Administration Team in a dynamic and creative environment.
- Company: Join Falmouth University’s vibrant Faculty of Creative Arts & Communication.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous holiday, pension contributions, and salary increments.
- Other info: Flexible role with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' lives while working with passionate creatives.
- Qualifications: Proficient in Microsoft Office and skilled in effective communication.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
An opportunity for an enthusiastic Senior Administrator to join our small and supportive team for a fixed term from September 2026 to the end of June 2027. This post is within Falmouth University’s Faculty of Creative Arts & Communication, which encompasses the Falmouth School of Art, the Institute of Photography, and the School of Communication.
The Faculty Administration team contributes to Falmouth’s excellent student experience by contracting visiting lecturers, organising study trips, purchasing materials for student shows, exhibitions and events, participating in Student Staff Liaison Group meetings, and supporting academic staff with research projects. The role primarily supports courses within the Falmouth School of Art and collaborates closely with another Senior Administrator who shares the week for that department. It may also require covering for other Senior Administrators who support the faculty’s other two departments.
Responsibilities
- Provide proactive, flexible, and solution‑focused support in a busy environment.
- Work collaboratively as part of the Faculty Administration Team.
- Assist with faculty administrative duties, including managing schedules, coordinating events, supporting staff and student communications, and contributing to continuous improvement of systems and processes.
Qualifications
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Teams, SharePoint, Outlook.
- Confidence in mastering a range of systems, platforms and processes and in taking opportunities to inform continuous improvement.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills, enabling effective communication with colleagues and external contacts.
- Confidence to work unsupervised, forward‑planning and managing workload, prioritising to meet multiple deadlines.
Benefits
- Employer Pension Contribution up to 12%
- 28 days + 8 days bank holiday
- Annual salary increments (until top of grade reached)
- Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay/Adoption Pay
- Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme (Tusker)
- Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme
- Salary Sacrifice Home & Tech Scheme
- Life Assurance
Falmouth University welcomes and encourages job applications from people of all identities and backgrounds, particularly those under‑represented and/or marginalised, as it is important we have a diverse range of candidates to consider.
Senior Administrator: Falmouth School of Art employer: FALMOUTH UNIVERSITY
Falmouth University is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment within the Faculty of Creative Arts & Communication. Employees benefit from generous pension contributions, annual salary increments, and various salary sacrifice schemes, all while contributing to a vibrant academic community that values diversity and continuous improvement. This role not only provides meaningful engagement with students and staff but also fosters professional growth in a creative and dynamic setting.
