Administrator

Trinity College Cambridge; St. Ives; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in St. Ives is looking for a highly skilled and motivated part-time Administrator to support the Junior Bursar's Office. In this role, you will assist with committee support, managing schedules, and maintaining essential records. The ideal candidate will exhibit exceptional administrative skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers a salary of £15,805 pa and various benefits, including holidays and healthcare. Join us in fostering an efficient administrative environment.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Private family healthcare

Access to cycle-to-work scheme

Health initiatives

Social activities

Qualifications

• Exceptional administrative and organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong proofreading abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in committee support and an understanding of a collegiate university (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Supporting College committees by preparing agendas and distributing papers.
• Scheduling meetings and ensuring adherence to governance guidelines.
• Assisting in drafting reports through collaboration with stakeholders.
• Coordinating requests for events and functions.
• Managing data and maintaining accurate records to support decision-making.

Skills

Exceptional administrative skills

Excellent attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Strong communication skills

Job description

Junior Bursar is directly supported in these efforts by the Committee Coordinator. The role reports to the Committee Coordinator and the Administrator (Committees) will manage committee processes, coordinate events, and provide critical administrative support. Trinity College is seeking a highly skilled and motivated part‑time Administrator to support the Junior Bursar's Office. This role is essential to maintaining the efficient operation of the College's administrative functions.

The Junior Bursar is responsible for the operational management of the College, directly supervising several Heads of Department and coordinating the activity of others. As a member of Council and several key College Committees, the Junior Bursar influences key decisions and ensures the delivery of the College's short‑term and long‑term priorities.

About Trinity College: Trinity College, founded in 1546 by Henry VIII, has the largest undergraduate community of any of the Cambridge Colleges and is steeped in centuries of history and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Supporting College committees by preparing agendas, collating and distributing papers, drafting minutes, and tracking actions.
• Scheduling meetings and ensuring adherence to governance guidelines.
• Assisting in drafting reports and policies through collaboration with various stakeholders.
• Coordinating requests for events and functions, including weddings, conferences, and fundraisers.
• Managing data, extracting key information, and maintaining accurate records to support decision‑making.

Working Hours

The role involves working 6 hours per day: 24 hours per week over 4 days, Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am to 3:30 pm, during College term time (26 weeks per year) and 12 hours per week over 2 days (days to be agreed), out of College term time.

The Ideal Candidate

• Exceptional administrative and organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong proofreading abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Experience in committee support and an understanding of a collegiate university (desirable).

Why Join Us

• A salary of £15,805 pa inclusive of holiday (for part‑time working) (FTE £31,983 pa).
• Pro‑rata equivalent of 33 days including 8 days public holiday, all to be taken outside of term.
• Generous pension scheme and private family healthcare.
• Access to a cycle‑to‑work scheme, health initiatives, and social activities.

Closing date: Sunday 4 January 2026.