School Operations Assistant – University of Manchester
£27,319–£28,778 | Hybrid Working | 12-Month Fixed Term | Manchester
The University of Manchester is hiring a School Operations Assistant to join the School of Environment, Education and Development (SEED) within its Humanities Faculty.
This role would suit someone with strong administrative, organisational and communication skills who enjoys working with people and supporting a busy team.
Important: This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.
Job Details
▫️ Job title: School Operations Assistant
▫️ Job reference: HUM-032264
▫️ Salary: £27,319–£28,778 per annum, depending on relevant experience
▫️ Employer: University of Manchester
▫️ Faculty: Humanities
▫️ School: School of Environment, Education & Development (SEED)
▫️ Team: SEED Administration
▫️ Location: Hybrid – campus and remote working
▫️ Contract: Fixed term
▫️ Duration: 12 months
▫️ Hours: 35 hours per week (1 FTE)
▫️ Closing date: 4 October 2026
▫️ Visa sponsorship: Not available
▫️ Right to work: Applicants must demonstrate the right to work in the UK
About the Role
The School Operations Assistant will provide proactive operational and administrative support across SEED.
Working as part of the School Operations team, you will help ensure that day-to-day activities are delivered accurately, efficiently and on time. You will also provide professional support to staff, postgraduate research (PGR) students and other members of the School community.
The role involves a mixture of administration, customer service, record keeping, event support and coordination.
Key Responsibilities
▫️ Support the Operations team with activities across the School, Faculty and University.
▫️ Provide helpful, professional and timely customer service to students, staff and other enquiries.
▫️ Escalate queries or issues to the appropriate colleague when necessary.
▫️ Complete operational activities accurately and within agreed deadlines.
▫️ Process routine departmental and School activities, including casual worker, visitor and honorary staff applications.
▫️ Produce and maintain accurate records and documentation.
▫️ Maintain listservs and webpages.
▫️ Support School and Department events and meetings.
▫️ Arrange venues, audio-visual equipment, travel and catering such as lunches, dinners and receptions.
▫️ Act as an operational point of contact during events and meetings.
▫️ Service meetings and proactively follow up on agreed actions.
Requirements / Person Specification
The University is looking for candidates who can demonstrate the following essential skills and experience:
▫️ Strong oral and written communication skills.
▫️ Ability to communicate and liaise effectively with a wide range of people.
▫️ Experience working with administrative processes.
▫️ Ability to follow instructions and work within established procedures.
▫️ Experience working effectively as part of a team.
▫️ Flexibility and willingness to support colleagues.
▫️ Ability to contribute positively to a collaborative team environment.
▫️ Ability to work independently and use initiative.
▫️ Willingness to take responsibility for an area of work.
▫️ Good organisational and time-management skills.
▫️ Ability to prioritise competing demands in a busy working environment.
▫️ Ability to meet deadlines consistently.
The University states that transferable skills and real-world experience are valued alongside formal qualifications.
Salary & Benefits
The successful candidate will receive a salary of £27,319 to £28,778 per year, depending on relevant experience.
Benefits include:
▫️ Generous employer pension contribution
▫️ Christmas closure across departments, outside annual leave and bank holidays
▫️ Purple Place employee discount platform
The University also provides information on its flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
Working Pattern
This is a full-time position of 35 hours per week.
The role is offered on a hybrid working basis, combining work on campus with remote working.
Visa / Right-to-Work
This vacancy is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they already have the right to work in the UK.
If you require Skilled Worker sponsorship for this position, this vacancy is therefore not suitable.
Application / Selection Process
Applications must be submitted through the University of Manchester’s recruitment portal.
Applications close at midnight on 4 October 2026.
Applicants should ensure their application clearly demonstrates how they meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification.
Deadline
Closing date: 4 October 2026 at midnight
For the official vacancy, full job description, person specification and application instructions, visit the University of Manchester recruitment page.
Job reference: HUM-032264
FAQs
Is Skilled Worker visa sponsorship available for this job?
No. The University of Manchester states that this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.
Do I need the right to work in the UK?
Yes. Applicants must demonstrate that they have the right to work in the UK.
What is the salary?
The salary is £27,319–£28,778 per annum, depending on relevant experience.
Is the position permanent?
No. It is a 12-month fixed-term contract.
How many hours is the role?
The position is full-time at 35 hours per week.
Where is the job based?
The vacancy is offered on a hybrid working basis, combining campus and remote working.
When does the application close?
Applications close at midnight on 4 October 2026.
What team will I join?
You will join the SEED Administration team within the School of Environment, Education and Development at the University of Manchester.
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