Job Description

The University of Manchester Library is one of only five National Research Libraries and the third largest academic library in the UK. Our vast and rich collections (both print and digital) help us to deliver a world class library and information service for the University of Manchester. We sit at the heart of the University experience for both learning and research and are fully committed to widening access to our expertise, collections and services to individual researchers, local schools, and others in the community.


A key role of the Library is supporting students and staff at the University of Manchester and in the wider community to access, analyse and explore its collections, resources and expertise. The Teaching, Learning and Students (TLS) team leads the way on Library teaching activity and student support and is the home of the My Learning Essentials, Specialist Library Support and Widening Access programmes. The TLS team is part of the Directorate for Education, Experience and Strategic Insights and works closely with colleagues in Customer Services and Engagement, in addition to teaching staff throughout the Library and University.


We are looking to appoint a Teaching, Learning and Students Administrator to work within the TLS team. You will provide efficient administrative support for the team's programmes and services. You will also actively participate as a member of the Teaching, Learning and Students team, including involvement in projects, team meetings and communications.


You will need a clear enthusiasm for supporting students in their learning, and well developed organisational and administrative skills. You will possess excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to relate to students, colleagues, and a wide variety of delivery partners in a polite, friendly and confident manner.


You will support the effective coordination of the teaching and learning services and Library skills programmes (e.g. My Learning Essentials, Specialist Library Support, Widening Participation etc) as well as providing enquiry support for students, researchers and staff. As a member of Teaching, Learning and Students you will actively work to align Teaching, Learning and Students services and expertise with the Library's Imagine 2035 vision.


Other duties will include participation in the quality assurance processes of the team's training materials and working with the award-winning Library Student Team in the delivery of services and support.


This role is predominantly campus based, however as the UoM supports hybrid working there is some flexibility for remote working.

Overview of recruitment process:

We welcome applicants from any background and role, within the higher education sector or in other areas focusing on education and student support.

As a first element of the shortlisting process, we will assess candidate's applications against the person specification in the job description. To make the most effective use of your application, please clearly state what experience you have for each element of the person specification, doing your best to evidence all the essential knowledge, skills and experience. After the initial shortlisting process, candidates will be invited to in-person or online interviews so that the interview panel and candidate can ask further questions and add more detail to the application. If this is a new process for you, or you would like some support, please do not hesitate to contact the hiring manager (email below).

Hours & Place of Work:

This is 1.0 FTE post (35 hours per week)

What you will get in return:

Fantastic market leading Pension scheme Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays Additional paid closure over the Christmas period Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we support an inclusive working environment and welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation and transgender status. As we are committed to the principles of the Race Equality Charter Mark, we would particularly welcome applications from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community who are currently under-represented at this level in this area. All appointments are made on merit.


Our University is positive about flexible working you can find out more here


Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Any CV's submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Please note, under the new immigration rules this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route of the Points Based System. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK in order to be eligible to take up the post.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Kathryn Miller


Email: kathryn.miller@manchester.ac.uk

Between the 17th of May and the 28th of May candidates should contact Neil Sprunt (

neil.sprunt@manchester.ac.uk

) with queries about the role or the process, Kathryn Miller will be on annual leave

General enquiries:

Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

Technical support:

https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.