Admissions Administrator

University of Cambridge - Corpus Christi College

Location: Cambridge

Salary: £28,000 per annum

Hours: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Placed On: 18th August 2025

Closes: 10th September 2025

Corpus Christi College is seeking to appoint an Admissions Administrator. The successful applicant will provide comprehensive administrative support for the College’s dynamic Admissions Office.

Applicants must have A-levels or equivalent, relevant experience in an administrative environment and knowledge of the structure and systems of UK higher education, secondary schools and colleges.

The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines is essential, along with excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a calm, methodical approach. The use of spreadsheets, online databases and a variety of software is central to the work of the admissions office, so strong IT skills and the ability to learn quickly are essential.

In return, you will receive a competitive salary, and excellent benefits and conditions of employment, including a pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, car parking and use of College facilities.

The successful candidate will commence the role in early January 2026.

Job Description/Person Specification

Additional Information

How to Apply: Complete our Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form. Enclose your current Curriculum Vitae and a Covering Letter. Send your completed application by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk.

Enquiries: Further enquiries about your application may be made by email to the HR Department: recruitment@corpus.cam.ac.uk. For an informal conversation about the role you may contact the Deputy Admissions Tutor, Naomi Walker-Pearl, nw413@corpus.cam.ac.uk.

Closing Date: Wednesday 10 September, 9am. Interviews: Will be held in the week of 22nd September. Start date: Early January 2026.