Administrative Assistant [BRTN7178]

Chichester College; Kemp Town Estate; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

A vibrant further education institution in Brighton is seeking a dynamic Administrative Assistant. The role involves supporting curriculum teams, managing various tasks in a busy department, and engaging with diverse stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have strong multi-tasking and customer service skills. This position offers a competitive pro-rata salary, excellent benefits, and a supportive working environment with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Discount schemes

Family friendly policies

Continuous professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative roles is desirable.
• Ability to work in a busy environment with various tasks.
• Strong communication skills and team collaboration are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to curriculum teams.
• Assist the Business Administration Manager and Head of Learning.
• Manage multiple work streams and events effectively.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Customer focus

Administrative support

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team of Administrative Assistants at our central Brighton campus. We are looking for a dynamic individual to be part of the team who deliver an outstanding service for staff, students, and our external partners. We are offering an interesting and rewarding experience within a varied, creative department and opportunities for you to develop your skills as part of a friendly and supportive team. As our Administrative Assistant you will undertake a range of administrative duties to support the work of our curriculum teams and the delivery of cross college initiatives. You will provide administrative support to the Business Administration Manager, the Head of Learning and the Department Management team. It is a busy department with several work streams and events happening concurrently and an ability to multi‑task is key. A strong customer focus underpins much of the work with interactions with a variety of people and institutions: staff, students, parents, external suppliers, community, awarding bodies, local employers and stakeholders and awarding bodies.

Pro rata of £25,381 – £25,482 per annum (i.e. £15,434.39 – £15,495.81) 22.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. We have a fantastic range of staff benefits, highly competitive against what is offered by the private sector and other organisations, including:

• Local Government Pension Scheme – the Group contributes 20.4% of your actual pensionable pay.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days in line with continuous service, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement and a wellbeing day. Plus, the opportunity to purchase up to 5 days additional leave.
• Discount schemes – including discounts on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as our gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).
• Family friendly policies – including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay (dependant on continuous service).
• Continuous professional development opportunities – including development days, funded apprenticeships and access to a range of other courses and activities.
• And much more – check out the Staff Benefits booklet attached to this advert for more information about our fantastic range of benefits available to staff.

Working in a vibrant and inclusive further education college is an inspiring experience. Our staff have a relentless focus on delivering outstanding teaching, learning and support, where you'll encounter a diverse student body, a positive atmosphere, ample support services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement and a celebration of individual differences. It's an environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning.

Brighton MET has recently benefited from a 16-million-pound reinvestment, and we are proud to offer our school leavers, apprentices and adult learners cutting edge facilities in the heart of the City. We actively encourage applications from those seeking part‑time roles, job shares, or other flexible working arrangements. Whether you're balancing caring responsibilities, pursuing personal goals, or simply seeking a healthier rhythm between life and work, we're here to support you. Our roles are designed with adaptability in mind and at the heart of our people strategy is a commitment to an inclusive environment where different ways of working are not only accommodated but celebrated.

If flexibility matters to you, you'll find a welcoming home here at CCG. The working pattern for this role will be discussed at interview. Please note that there may be a requirement to support evening or weekend events, any such arrangement would be agreed in advance and time off in lieu agreed.