Job Description

WARNING: Regrettably we are unable to consider applications from candidates requiring UK WORKING VISA CLEARANCE. Reference No. :

UCK-2291.

NOTE: CV application will not be considered. Please complete our online application form [see link below]

Reference No.:

UCK-2291rm

Starting Date:

Immediate

Closing Date:

2025-07-30

Post specification

The College requires a skilled HR and PA administrator with extensive HE experience in providing high-quality IT and PA support and leadership. The College is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable individual to join our admin team in the newly created role of PA administrator. In this role, you will provide effective administrative support to College Principal, Board of Directors, Board of Governors, and all employees and contractors ensuring the student experience remains at the heart of everything we do.

The PA role will be responsible for providing efficient and effective comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to the Principal at the highest level, in independent , Multitasking and self-managed capacity.

The post-holder will manage communications with and for the Principal, and will be the primary point of contact between the Principal, the College community and the outside world. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are, therefore, central to the role. The manner in which the post-holder undertakes the duties of the role is important. The post-holder requires confidence in managing a demanding workload within tight deadlines. The post-holder will have highly developed leadership skills in assessing and prioritising the urgency of requests for information from, or access to, the Principal

Preference will be given to local candidates with extensive working experience in UK College/University HR environments. This is a mandatory requirement for all potential candidates. Hence, we strongly advise you that unless you have had past working experience at other educational institutions you should not apply for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES :

Providing an effective and high-quality HR and PA support service for the College, offering expert advice and guidance to College leaders, managers, and all employees and contractors. Assisting the Principal and finance team in providing professional coaching and guidance to enable them to deliver employee relations, workforce management, and employee engagement activities across their respective areas. Overseeing the management of all Employee Relations (ER) cases across the college, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations. .Provide professional, confidential, and consistent advice and guidance on all aspects of HR to employees and contractors at all levels within the college. Providing professional, confidential, and consistent advice to online publications Good kowlege of MS 360 applications and filings

Qualifications Required

Good HR professional qualification at level 5 or equivalent qualification An excellent knowledge and understanding of generalist HR and legal compliance Relevant experience in PR Management or supervisory role within HE environments Experience in handling employee relations issues and cases within HE environments Experience in maintaining employee and contractor records within HE environments Good knowledge in the use of MSO spreadsheet and HR database within educational environments Good knowledge of PAYE , pension & NI contribution and personal taxation to meet compliance Good knowledge of HMRC employment requirements and compliance Good knowledge of Bookkeeping and bank reconciliation Good knowledge of using Sage line 50 and TAS accounts software Extensive knowledge in GDPR compliance Degree in computer Science is mamdatory
If you are a committed HR & PA professional meeting all our essential requirements with a passion for providing leading HR support and driving employee engagement, we want to hear from you. Join our team and help shape the future of education.

Successful candidates must also be able to demonstrate alignment to our organisational values:

Learner Focused

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At our heart is always doing what is best for our learners. We consider our learners in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every learner. Commitment to Excellenc

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We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions. Teamwork Sharing

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We are one team who by working together can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes. Continuous Development

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We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on best practice and learning from others. Continuous Well-being

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We care about the well-being of our staff, our learners, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on mutual trust where we listen, engage and support each other. Diversity Centred

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We recognise differences and diversity, hence acknowledging that we can learn from each other.
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to thorough vetting process which includes, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.

Person Specification

Terms & Conditions

Contract Type : 12 months with possible renewal

5 days per week [Monday-Saturdays with one weekday off in lieu] , 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE) / 52 weeks per year OR Part-Tme 3 days per week [24 hours]. Preference will be given to local camdidates.

28 days per annum, pro-rata for part-time role Workplace Pension Free on-site parking during weekdays and weekends (subject to availability)

HOW TO APPLY

: PLease use this link to complete your application [CV not Considered]: _

https://lcuck.ac.uk/forms/application-for-employment_form.docx

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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Contract length: 6-12 months

Pay: 12.78-12.99 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 24 per week

Benefits:

Company pension
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: UCK2291