Administrative Assistant

Chichester College Group; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Brighton is seeking an Administrative Assistant to provide essential support to curriculum teams. The role involves daily administrative tasks, effective multi-tasking, and a strong customer focus. Candidates should possess excellent organisational and communication skills. This part-time position offers a pro-rata salary, generous leave options, and various staff benefits, promoting a flexible working arrangement to accommodate personal needs.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave

Well-being day

Discount schemes

Family-friendly policies

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational or college environment is desirable but not mandatory.
• Positive, enthusiastic attitude and commitment to service.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the management team.
• Manage several concurrent work streams with a customer focus.
• Support cross-college initiatives and curriculum activities.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to multi-task

Customer-focused approach

Job description

Brighton MET College – Administrative Assistant

Part of the Chichester College Group, Brighton MET College invites applications for an Administrative Assistant to support curriculum teams and cross‑college initiatives on a flexible 22.5 hour per week schedule.

Responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day administrative support to the Business Administration Manager, Head of Learning and the Department Management team.
• Multi‑task and manage several concurrent work streams and events, maintaining a strong customer focus in interactions with staff, students, parents and external partners.
• Support the delivery of cross‑college initiatives and curriculum team activities, ensuring high‑quality service for staff, students and external partners.
• Assist with evening or weekend events if required, with time off in lieu agreed in advance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Pro‑rata salary of £25,381 – £25,482 per annum (£15,434.39 – £15,495.81) with 52 weeks per year.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to multi‑task and prioritise effectively.
• Experience in an educational or college environment is desirable but not mandatory.
• Positive, enthusiastic attitude and commitment to a customer‑focused approach.

Staff Benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme – 20.4% Group contribution.
• 25 days annual leave (28 days with continuous service) plus bank holidays and college closure days.
• Well‑being day and option to buy up to 5 additional days leave.
• Discount schemes on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as the college gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).
• Family‑friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay (dependent on continuous service).
• Continuous professional development opportunities – development days, funded apprenticeships and access to a range of other courses and activities.

Working Pattern & Flexibility

We actively encourage part‑time, job‑share or flexible working arrangements. The working pattern for this role will be discussed at interview, with a preference for a flexible home‑or‑on‑site balance. Evening or weekend work may be required, agreed in advance with time off in lieu.

Closing & Closing Date

Closing date: 5th Jan 2026
Interview date: 14th Jan 2026

Suitable candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.

Equality & Safeguarding

Brighton MET College is an equal‑opportunities employer. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, with a vigorous safeguarding process to ensure suitability for working with young people. We guarantee interview to disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria for the role.