At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide essential administrative support to help inspire young people in education.
- Company: Join Aspire North, a dynamic programme focused on raising educational aspirations.
- Benefits: Part-time role with competitive salary and the chance to make a difference.
- Other info: Flexible working environment with opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a mission to empower students and shape their futures.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and experience in administration; education sector experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 26565 - 27920 £ per year.
ASPIRE NORTH is part of the National Schools for Higher Education Programme, funded by the Scottish Further and Higher Education Funding Council (SFC). It works with young people in target secondary schools to raise awareness of post-school education opportunities and raise aspirations to participate in these. The main focus of activity is on pupils in those secondary schools with the lowest rate of progression into higher education. Additionally, the programme works where appropriate with teachers, parents, carers and relevant community groups. The programme covers the whole of the North of Scotland.
A part-time, 22-hour post has arisen for an administrative secretary to be based in our Aberdeen office to support the work of Aspire North Grampian as part of the National Schools Programme. You will provide secretarial and administrative support for the Grampian office of ASPIRE North. You should be self-confident, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to prioritise workload to meet strict deadlines. Knowledge of database maintenance and financial record keeping is required. Previous experience of working within the school, Further or Higher Education Sectors would be an advantage but is not essential.
The University of Aberdeen acts as the host institution of Aspire North – Schools for Higher Education Programme. Salary will be at the appropriate point on Grade 3, £26,565 - £27,920 with placement according to qualifications and experience.
Informal enquiries should be made to Anne Haggart, Regional Co-ordinator, e-mail: anne@aspirenorth.co.uk. This post does not meet the minimum requirements for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route. We are therefore unable to consider applicants for this post that require sponsorship to work in the UK.
To apply online for this position visit https://www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs. Job Reference Number: GLOB016S. The closing date for the receipt of applications is 14 September 2026.
Aspire North embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.
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