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Douglas House, Trumpington Road, Cambridge, CB2 8AH

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Education Assistant (Part Time)

Assistant staff

24 May 2026

Location

Douglas House, Trumpington Road, Cambridge, CB2 8AH

University of Cambridge

Type

Permanent, Part-time (0.76 FTE, 27.7 hours/week)

Salary

£27,319-£31,236 pro rata

Required Qualifications

Administrative support for courses
Student admissions and placements
Liaison with NHS and university staff
Postgraduate and undergraduate support
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Education Assistant (Part Time)

Education Assistant (Part Time)

Department of Psychiatry

Douglas House, Trumpington Road, Cambridge, CB2 8AH

Permanent

Part-Time 0.76FTE, 27.7 hours per week

Applications are invited for the post of Education Assistant To provide administrative support to the course(s) and teaching team to ensure the smooth and efficient running of education provision in the Department. To provide support for all student related activity within the Department in order to deliver an efficient experience for prospective and current students.

Working with, the Education Supervisor, Mrs Adisa Broadhurst, in providing excellent standard of administrative support from enquiry/admission stage to completion for Postgraduate students; organising Psychiatry 4 annual Psychiatry placements for year 5 Undergraduate Medical students and administrative support for visiting students in the department.

This post will help achieve the objective of cutting across department boundaries and working in conjunction with colleagues in the department of Clinical Neurosciences will help to deliver high quality support to the students undertaking their clinical placements.

The role requires close liaison with staff in the department (HoD, Business & Operations Manager, supervisors and senior staff), graduate and undergraduate students (during their attachment to Psychiatry), staff in NHS psychiatry departments at the regional teaching hospitals (i.e. senior medical staff, administration and secretarial staff) as well as departments within the University involved with the admission and teaching of students (i.e. The Clinical School, Graduate Admissions Office, Student Registry).

For further information please read the further particulars.

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to:
Mrs Adisa Broadhurst, Education Supervisor, Department of Psychiatry
Email: ap686@medschl.cam.ac.uk

If you have any queries regarding the application process please contact Simon Gurry, HR Coordinator via email hradminpsychiatry@medschl.cam.ac.uk

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

Please ensure that you outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role on the online Application form.

Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

The closing date for applications is: 24th May 2026

The interview date for the role is: To be confirmed

Please quote reference RN49608 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Key information

Department/location

Department of Psychiatry

Salary

£27,319-£31,236 pro rata

Reference

RN49608

Category

Assistant staff

Date published

5 May 2026

Closing date

24 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

📋What are the main responsibilities of the Education Assistant role?

The role provides administrative support to courses and teaching teams in the Department of Psychiatry, ensuring smooth education provision. Key duties include managing postgraduate student enquiries from admission to completion, organizing 4 annual Psychiatry placements for year 5 undergraduate medical students, and supporting visiting students. Close liaison with NHS psychiatry departments, university staff, and offices like the Clinical School is required. Explore more administration jobs for similar roles.

🎓What qualifications or skills are required for this part-time position?

No specific qualifications are listed, but strong administrative skills, experience in student support, and ability to liaise across departments (e.g., HoD, NHS staff, Graduate Admissions) are essential. Excellent organizational skills for handling admissions, placements, and student activities from enquiry to completion. Ideal for those with background in higher education administration. Check higher ed admin jobs for skill matches.

📝How do I apply for the Education Assistant position at University of Cambridge?

Click the 'Apply' button on the job post to register with the recruitment system and submit online. Outline how you match the criteria and why you're applying. Include referee details (email, phone; one current line manager). Quote reference RN49608. Closing date: 24 May 2026. For queries, contact HR Coordinator Simon Gurry at hradminpsychiatry@medschl.cam.ac.uk. See free resume template for application tips.

💰What is the salary, hours, and employment type?

Salary: £27,319-£31,236 pro rata. Employment: Permanent, part-time at 0.76 FTE (27.7 hours/week). Location: Douglas House, Cambridge. University supports equality, diversity, and inclusion; must be eligible to work in UK. View best part-time higher ed jobs for comparisons.

☎️Who should I contact for informal enquiries about the role?

Direct informal enquiries to Mrs Adisa Broadhurst, Education Supervisor, Department of Psychiatry: ap686@medschl.cam.ac.uk. For application process queries, email Simon Gurry, HR Coordinator. Read further particulars via the job link. Learn about higher ed career advice.

⏰When is the closing date and interview for this Psychiatry Education Assistant job?

Closing date: 24 May 2026. Interviews: To be confirmed. Apply early quoting RN49608. Position supports clinical placements in Psychiatry with University of Cambridge and NHS partners.
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