At a Glance
- Tasks: Support community placements and enhance student experiences through effective administration.
- Company: Join a dynamic team focused on high-quality education and student support.
- Benefits: Enjoy a generous pension, festive closures, and exclusive employee discounts.
- Other info: Ideal for those passionate about education and community engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational and communication skills; admin experience preferred.
We are seeking a motivated and collaborative individual to join our team as a Teaching, Learning and Student Experience Assistant – Community Placements. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high-quality administrative support for the MBChB programme, working closely with students, academic staff, and placement providers. You will play a key role in supporting a dynamic and student-focused learning environment.
Responsibilities
- Providing administrative support for community placements, including coordination with students, GP practices, and hospital teams.
- Acting as a first point of contact for student and teaching-related queries, providing guidance and escalating where appropriate.
- Maintaining accurate student records, placement data, and documentation to support teaching and learning delivery.
- Supporting placement organisation, including scheduling, communications, and responding to changes or cancellations.
- Assisting with meetings, correspondence, procurement processes, and general administrative duties across the team.
About You
We encourage applications from individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
Essential Criteria
- Experience of working in an administrative role with structured processes.
- Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise work in a busy environment.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and confidence working with data and records.
- Digital literacy, including experience with standard IT systems and a commitment to excellent customer service.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience of working in a higher education, healthcare, or research environment.
- Experience supporting programmes delivered across multiple locations.
- Experience using financial systems for ordering and procurement.
- Experience supporting student-related processes or placements.
- Experience contributing to process improvement or service enhancements.
Benefits
- Generous employer pension contribution.
- Christmas closure across all departments outside of annual leave and bank holidays.
- Purple Place employee discount platform.
This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must demonstrate the right to work in the UK.
SMS TLSE Assistant - Community Placements in Manchester employer: The University of Manchester
Join our vibrant team as a Teaching, Learning and Student Experience Assistant – Community Placements, where you will thrive in a supportive and collaborative environment dedicated to enhancing student experiences. With generous benefits such as a substantial employer pension contribution and a unique Christmas closure policy, we prioritise work-life balance and employee well-being. This role not only offers the chance to make a meaningful impact within the healthcare education sector but also provides ample opportunities for professional growth and development in a dynamic setting.
Contact Details:
The University of Manchester Recruitment Team
