Administrative Assistant

University of Chester; Chester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chester’s International Centre invites applications for an International Admissions Assistant on a fixed-term basis. The role supports all admissions activities up to enrolment, responding to international enquiries and assisting with new applications.

You will have A Level or equivalent, strong IT and communication skills, and a proven ability to work well in a team in a busy office environment. This is a full-time post based at Queen's Park.

Qualifications

• Educated to A Level standard or equivalent.
• Experience in an administrative role.
• High level of written and oral communication skills.
• Be well organized, self-motivated, with attention to detail.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Handle international enquiries and support processing of new applications.
• Contribute to all aspects of admissions up to enrolment.
• Perform general administrative duties to support the International Admissions Team.

Skills

IT skills

Administrative experience

Written & verbal communication

Team player

Education

A Level or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

As a result of consistent year-on-year increases in international applications and enrolments at the University, the International Centre is seeking to appoint an International Admissions Assistant to join the department's International Admissions Team on a fixed term basis.

The post offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant contribution to the successful recruitment of international students to the University. By contributing to all aspects of the admissions process up to and including enrolment, including responding to international enquiries and supporting the processing of new applications, as well as general administrative duties, the successful post holder will form a key part of the overall admissions function.

You will be educated to A Level standard or equivalent and will possess excellent IT skills. You will have experience within an administrative role and have a high level of written and oral communication skills. You will be well organised, self-motivated, have an attention to detail, and be able to work effectively with others as a competent team member.

We encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants.

Department/Division The International Centre

Location
Queen's Park

Salary £25,249 to £25,804 Post Type Full Time Contract Type: Fixed Term- Ends 10/01/2027 Closing Date 23.59 hours BST on Monday 07 September 2026 Reference 3910-26