Programme Assistant

University of Salford - School of Health & Society

Location:	Salford
Salary:	£28,031 to £29,588
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Permanent

Placed On:	27th March 2026
Closes:	12th April 2026
Job Ref:	676-451272903

Opportunity Overview

The School of Health & Society is seeking an enthusiastic and highly organised. Programme Assistant to join our professional services team. We are looking for someone with strong teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality support. In return, you will play a key role in shaping a positive experience for students and staff, with opportunities for professional development and career progression in higher education administration.

This is a varied and rewarding opportunity, central to programme delivery and the smooth running of School operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Please note that this role may close earlier than the advertised closing date, should we receive a high volume of applications.

Key Responsibilites

• Providing a front-line professional service to School Office visitors and delivering an outstanding customer experience to students and staff.
• Supporting academic staff with programme and module information and activities, aligned with University processes and professional requirements.
• Delivering high-quality administrative and programme support for partnerships, enterprise, and School growth initiatives.
• Co-ordinating School induction activities with academic staff, School support teams, and University departments such as Student Administration and Student Experience and Support.

About the School

With over 8,000 students we are the largest School at the University, with colleagues and students from all over the world. We are a forward-thinking, dynamic school with a commitment to lifelong learning and real-world impact. We offer programmes across a range of subject areas including counselling, nursing and midwifery, allied and public health, psychology, sociology, social work and social policy, policing and criminology, and sport. Through our interdisciplinary research network and three research centres, we focus on improving health, social and individual outcomes. We are part of the global healthcare community and collaboration is at the heart of what we do, working with a wide range of industry partners locally, regionally and globally. By joining us, you will become part of a wide network of professionals, sharing knowledge and expertise. You will be part of an ambitious journey to shape the health professionals, community and social leaders of the future.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive Salary and excellent pension scheme.
• An impressive 32 days leave,plus bank holidays, additional time off at winter break, and the opportunity to buy even more!
• Flexible Working – we support a culture of flexible and agile working, to help you find the right balance.

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