Administrative Assistant - 18.25 Hours per week
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Position Overview & Specifications
The Chester Medical School (CMS) is an exciting new development within the University of Chester, which delivers a range of both undergraduate and postgraduate courses in clinical medicine, medical and biomedical sciences. The School is seeking to appoint an Administrative Assistant who will work within the Administrative Team providing support to a number of programmes including clinical programmes in relation to placement provision.
You will be responsible for providing administrative support for a number of programmes, working closely with School academic staff and students. As part of the CMS administrative team, you will also provide general administrative support within the School, acting as a point of contact for students, other University departments and external bodies, particularly in relation to placements.
You will be educated to ‘A Level’ standard or equivalent, have relevant experience within an administrative or clerical role as well as effective written and oral communication skills. This role requires excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills and the ability to work with the existing administrative team as a competent team member. Experience of working in a Higher Education setting is desirable, and experience of working with NHS and other regulatory bodies would also be desirable.
We encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants.
Candidates may download further details from our website at www.chester.ac.uk/jobs/and apply for the post via our Online Recruitment Websitequoting reference number RA008180.
Closing date: Sunday 12thFebruary 2023.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Salary: £21,197.00-£22,662.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Administrative Assistants & Receptionists: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chester, CH1 4BJ
Application deadline: 12/02/2023
Reference ID: RA008180
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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