Accommodation Officer

University-of-Nottingham; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Fitness and health facilities access

27 days holiday + closure days & bank

Staff discounts and travel schemes

Job summary

The University of Nottingham invites applications for a permanent, full‑time role in Student Living - Accommodation Services, based at University Park. The post is 36.25 hours per week, with occasional weekend work to cover University Events.

HNC/HND (or equivalent) with relevant experience are required. Excellent communication and relationship management skills are crucial to collaborate with internal departments and external providers, engaging stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Candidates should be qualified to HNC or HND level (or equivalent) with experience in a relevant role/s or have proven relevant experience.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills will be crucial as you will collaborate with both internal University departments and external accommodation providers, proactively engaging all stakeholders.
• We are looking for self-motivated candidates who work well in a team, and have excellent communication, IT, and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal departments and external accommodation providers to deliver an excellent student experience.
• Be proactive in engaging stakeholders and contributing to a supportive team.

Skills

Excellent communication

Relationship management

IT skills

Planning skills

Education

HNC/HND level (or equivalent)

Job description

Area
Student Living - Accommodation Services

Location
University Park

Salary
£29,740 to £36,446per annum pro-rata depending on skills and experience.

Closing Date
Sunday 04 October 2026

Interview Date
To be confirmed

Reference
REG065726X1

Are you looking for a role in a supportive and proactive team that works collaboratively with multiple University departments and external accommodation providers to deliver an excellent student experience?

Candidates should be qualified to HNC or HND level (or equivalent) with experience in a relevant role/s or have proven relevant experience. Excellent communication and relationship management skills will be crucial as you will collaborate with both internal University departments and external accommodation providers, proactively engaging all stakeholders. We are looking for self-motivated candidates who work well in a team, and have excellent communication, IT, and planning skills.

Further information regarding the skills, knowledge and qualifications required for the role can be found on the attached Role profile.

Requests for secondment from internal candidates may be considered on the basis that prior agreement has been sought from both your current line manager and the manager of your substantive post, if you are already undertaking a secondment role.

The position is offered on a permanent basis. Hours of work are full time (36.25 hours per week) mainly worked between 9.00am-5.15pm Monday to Friday. Flexibility will be required to work occasional weekends to cover University Events. Job share arrangements may be considered.

The University of Nottingham is committed to providing a competitive employment package while supporting the wellbeing of our staff. Benefits include:

• a contributory pension scheme
• access to leading fitness and health facilities
• staff discounts and travel schemes
• an excellent holiday allowance of 27 days plus University closure days and bank holidays

Our university is a supportive, inclusive, caring and positive community. We welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities and beliefs – indeed this very diversity is vital to our success, it is fundamental to our values and enriches life on campus. Visit the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion website.

To help you succeed, we published Candidate Guidance to provide support on the application and interview process.

We welcome applications from UK, Europe and worldwide and aim to make your move to the UK as smooth as possible. Visit the Moving to Nottingham page for details.

Your application will be considered on an equal basis, subject to the relevant permission to work in the UK as set out by UK Visas & Immigration .