Administrative Assistant inEdinburgh inEdinburgh PUBLISHED 8 SEP 2024
£27,979.00 - £32,332.00 Per Annum
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The Administrative Assistant provides high-level professional, administrative support to the Office Manager, the Director of Data and the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) ensuring that their time and schedules are managed effectively and assisting with managing queries from internal and external sources in a timely and appropriate fashion.
Job DescriptionUE05: £27,979.00 - £32,332.00 Per Annum.
CAHSS / Moray House School of Education & Sport.
Fixed Term Contract - Temporary.
Full Time - 35 Hours Per Week.
The Opportunity
Child sexual exploitation and abuse (CSEA) is a global problem that requires a global response. However, the lack of reliable and comprehensive data relating to CSEA is a major inhibitor to developing more effective and evidence driven prevention and response strategies and policies. Childlight, has been established, and embedded within the University of Edinburgh, and will take a data driven, evidence-based approach to better understand the prevalence and nature of CSEA globally. This data and analysis will be used by policy makers and practitioners across the world to make better informed decisions to safeguard children from CSEA.
The Administrative Assistant provides high-level professional, administrative support to the Office Manager, the Director of Data and the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) ensuring that their time and schedules are managed effectively and assisting with managing queries from internal and external sources in a timely and appropriate fashion. You will also provide administrative support to the wider team with activities including recording of notes/minutes, developing agendas, arranging staff travel and accommodation, as well as liaising with internal UoE teams including facilities and IT to ensure smooth running of the office.
Your skills and attributes for success:
Excellent administration skills including relevant IT skills and experience in preparing minutes and reports.
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills including being courteous and friendly in dealing with all internal and external partners.
Experience of providing support to senior-level staff (including diary management and co-ordinating travel) and committees (Desirable).
Flexible approach with excellent organisational and time management skills, with an eye for detail.
Ability to work well as team member whilst under pressure.
Click to view a copy of the full
job description
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As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
A competitive salary of £27,979 to £32,332 (UE05)
An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our
staff benefits page
(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits.
Championing equality, diversity and inclusion
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our
right to work webpages
(opens new browser tab).
Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is
10 September 2024.
Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.
Interviews are expected to be held soon after the closing date.
On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
About Us
As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.
About The Team
Moray House School of Education and Sport (MHSES), University of Edinburgh, has been making a major contribution and impact to the fields of education and sport both in Scotland and worldwide for almost 200 years. In that time, our staff, students and alumni have influenced and transformed learning, teaching, and wider educational policy in the UK and beyond. We are the leading School of Education and Sport in Scotland – ranked first for research breadth and quality in Education and Sport, and third in the UK (REF 2021) . We consistently rank in the top tiers of global education and sport-related studies .
Our alumni include Great Britain’s most successful Olympic athlete, cyclist Sir Chris Hoy MBE, and trailblazing teacher and race relations pioneer, Saroj Lal.
We are deeply committed to social justice, inclusivity, diversity, and accessibility. Our aim in all our work is to significantly impact the education, wellbeing and development of children, young people and adults, through problem-solving in the fields of education and sport.
Study
Across undergraduate, postgraduate taught, research, and initial teacher education; our 3000 students study across 29 different programmes. These include a wide array of subjects across the broad areas of teacher education, language education, sport policy, sport science, outdoor education and community education.
Research
With Over 250 Research Staff And Students, We Have a Vibrant And Expanding Research Community With a Broad Portfolio Of Academic Disciplines Gathered Within Seven Broad Research Themes With Permeable Boundaries. Our Thematic Hubs Are
- Advanced Quantitative Research in Education
- Children and Young People
- Digital Education
- Language, Interculturality and Literacies
- Social Justice and Inclusion
- Sport-related Research
- Teacher, Curriculum and Pedagogy
Job Description
UE05: £27,979.00 - £32,332.00 Per Annum.
CAHSS / Moray House School of Education & Sport.
Fixed Term Contract - Temporary.
Full Time - 35 Hours Per Week.
The Opportunity
Child sexual exploitation and abuse (CSEA) is a global problem that requires a global response. However, the lack of reliable and comprehensive data relating to CSEA is a major inhibitor to developing more effective and evidence driven prevention and response strategies and policies. Childlight, has been established, and embedded within the University of Edinburgh, and will take a data driven, evidence-based approach to better understand the prevalence and nature of CSEA globally. This data and analysis will be used by policy makers and practitioners across the world to make better informed decisions to safeguard children from CSEA.
The Administrative Assistant provides high-level professional, administrative support to the Office Manager, the Director of Data and the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) ensuring that their time and schedules are managed effectively and assisting with managing queries from internal and external sources in a timely and appropriate fashion. You will also provide administrative support to the wider team with activities including recording of notes/minutes, developing agendas, arranging staff travel and accommodation, as well as liaising with internal UoE teams including facilities and IT to ensure smooth running of the office.
Your skills and attributes for success:
Excellent administration skills including relevant IT skills and experience in preparing minutes and reports.
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills including being courteous and friendly in dealing with all internal and external partners.
Experience of providing support to senior-level staff (including diary management and co-ordinating travel) and committees (Desirable).
Flexible approach with excellent organisational and time management skills, with an eye for detail.
Ability to work well as team member whilst under pressure.
Click to view a copy of the full
job description
(opens new browser tab).
As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
A competitive salary of £27,979 to £32,332 (UE05)
An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our
staff benefits page
(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits.
Championing equality, diversity and inclusion
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our
right to work webpages
(opens new browser tab).
Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is
10 September 2024.
Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.
Interviews are expected to be held soon after the closing date.
On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
About Us
As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.
About The Team
Moray House School of Education and Sport (MHSES), University of Edinburgh, has been making a major contribution and impact to the fields of education and sport both in Scotland and worldwide for almost 200 years. In that time, our staff, students and alumni have influenced and transformed learning, teaching, and wider educational policy in the UK and beyond. We are the leading School of Education and Sport in Scotland – ranked first for research breadth and quality in Education and Sport, and third in the UK (REF 2021) . We consistently rank in the top tiers of global education and sport-related studies .
Our alumni include Great Britain’s most successful Olympic athlete, cyclist Sir Chris Hoy MBE, and trailblazing teacher and race relations pioneer, Saroj Lal.
We are deeply committed to social justice, inclusivity, diversity, and accessibility. Our aim in all our work is to significantly impact the education, wellbeing and development of children, young people and adults, through problem-solving in the fields of education and sport.
Study
Across undergraduate, postgraduate taught, research, and initial teacher education; our 3000 students study across 29 different programmes. These include a wide array of subjects across the broad areas of teacher education, language education, sport policy, sport science, outdoor education and community education.
Research
With Over 250 Research Staff And Students, We Have a Vibrant And Expanding Research Community With a Broad Portfolio Of Academic Disciplines Gathered Within Seven Broad Research Themes With Permeable Boundaries. Our Thematic Hubs Are
UE05: £27,979.00 - £32,332.00 Per Annum.
CAHSS / Moray House School of Education & Sport.
Fixed Term Contract - Temporary.
Full Time - 35 Hours Per Week.
The Opportunity
Child sexual exploitation and abuse (CSEA) is a global problem that requires a global response. However, the lack of reliable and comprehensive data relating to CSEA is a major inhibitor to developing more effective and evidence driven prevention and response strategies and policies. Childlight, has been established, and embedded within the University of Edinburgh, and will take a data driven, evidence-based approach to better understand the prevalence and nature of CSEA globally. This data and analysis will be used by policy makers and practitioners across the world to make better informed decisions to safeguard children from CSEA.
The Administrative Assistant provides high-level professional, administrative support to the Office Manager, the Director of Data and the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) ensuring that their time and schedules are managed effectively and assisting with managing queries from internal and external sources in a timely and appropriate fashion. You will also provide administrative support to the wider team with activities including recording of notes/minutes, developing agendas, arranging staff travel and accommodation, as well as liaising with internal UoE teams including facilities and IT to ensure smooth running of the office.
Your skills and attributes for success:
Excellent administration skills including relevant IT skills and experience in preparing minutes and reports.
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills including being courteous and friendly in dealing with all internal and external partners.
Experience of providing support to senior-level staff (including diary management and co-ordinating travel) and committees (Desirable).
Flexible approach with excellent organisational and time management skills, with an eye for detail.
Ability to work well as team member whilst under pressure.
Click to view a copy of the full
job description
(opens new browser tab).
As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
A competitive salary of £27,979 to £32,332 (UE05)
An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our
staff benefits page
(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits.
Championing equality, diversity and inclusion
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our
right to work webpages
(opens new browser tab).
Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is
10 September 2024.
Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.
Interviews are expected to be held soon after the closing date.
On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
About Us
As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.
About The Team
Moray House School of Education and Sport (MHSES), University of Edinburgh, has been making a major contribution and impact to the fields of education and sport both in Scotland and worldwide for almost 200 years. In that time, our staff, students and alumni have influenced and transformed learning, teaching, and wider educational policy in the UK and beyond. We are the leading School of Education and Sport in Scotland – ranked first for research breadth and quality in Education and Sport, and third in the UK (REF 2021) . We consistently rank in the top tiers of global education and sport-related studies .
Our alumni include Great Britain’s most successful Olympic athlete, cyclist Sir Chris Hoy MBE, and trailblazing teacher and race relations pioneer, Saroj Lal.
We are deeply committed to social justice, inclusivity, diversity, and accessibility. Our aim in all our work is to significantly impact the education, wellbeing and development of children, young people and adults, through problem-solving in the fields of education and sport.
Study
Across undergraduate, postgraduate taught, research, and initial teacher education; our 3000 students study across 29 different programmes. These include a wide array of subjects across the broad areas of teacher education, language education, sport policy, sport science, outdoor education and community education.
Research
With Over 250 Research Staff And Students, We Have a Vibrant And Expanding Research Community With a Broad Portfolio Of Academic Disciplines Gathered Within Seven Broad Research Themes With Permeable Boundaries. Our Thematic Hubs Are
- Advanced Quantitative Research in Education
- Children and Young People
- Digital Education
- Language, Interculturality and Literacies
- Social Justice and Inclusion
- Sport-related Research
- Teacher, Curriculum and Pedagogy
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