Administrator (Educational Partnership Unit)

Centre for International Development and Training (CIDT); Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Wolverhampton is seeking an Administrator to provide general administrative support to the Educational Partnership Unit. The role involves organizing travel arrangements, assisting executives, and managing logistics for training and review meetings. Ideal candidates should have relevant administrative experience and strong communication skills. The position offers competitive salaries and a variety of employee benefits, including pension schemes and health support.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Long Service Recognition

Free Will Writing Service

IT & Mobile Discounts

Wellbeing and Mental Health Support

Gym membership discounts

Eyecare Support

Flu Vouchers

Paycare Health Benefit Plan

Generous Annual Leave

Flexible & Agile Working

Free On-site Parking

Cycle Benefits Scheme

Employee Discounts

Travel Discounts

Access to Library Resources

Staff Scholarship Scheme

Leadership and Management Development

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative support for educational partnerships.
• Ability to organize travel and logistical arrangements.
• Strong communication skills for partnership relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to the partnership unit.
• Organize travel arrangements for partnership visits.
• Support high-level executives in managing logistics for activities.

Job description

Overview

The University of Wolverhampton is recruiting for an Administrator within the Educational Partnership Unit (EPU).

Responsibilities

You will provide general administrative support to the partnership unit, organise travel arrangements for partnership visits (including resource visits). In addition to providing high level executive and administrative support to the Director and Associate Director of the EPU, you will also be responsible for organising the logistics for partnership relationship activities such as training, monthly and annual review meetings.

Location

Based in Wolverhampton, you will be expected to work across all our campus locations.

About the Directorate

The Directorate of Academic Development and Success is responsible for developing, maintaining and implementing institutional frameworks, standards and policies for all aspects of the University’s taught portfolio. The Directorate provides support for students and members of staff relating to academic skills development, work‑related, online and lifelong learning, and leads on the University’s Access and Participation Plan (APP). A key focus of the Directorate is ensuring the University has a high quality and sustainable educational portfolio, which delivers excellent student outcomes and is aligned to the University curriculum framework. It has overall responsibility for ensuring all teaching related activities (UK and international) deliver against the University’s KPIs and regulatory compliance. The Directorate supports cross‑institutional activities such as continuous monitoring and improvement (CMI) and curriculum review, as well as enhancing student outcome metrics and supporting responses to surveys such as the National Student Survey, Postgraduate Teaching Experience Survey and the Graduate Outcomes Survey. The Directorate therefore plays a key role in developing, enhancing and evaluating the impact of the University activities that support the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). It will also be an essential component, working in partnership with the academic faculties and Student Journey Directorate, in delivering the University’s Student Success Strategy.

Staff Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Standard Life Pension scheme – with employer contribution of up to 12% to the University's defined contribution scheme.
• Long Service Recognition – £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service.
• Free Will Writing Service – Complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners.
• IT & Mobile Discounts – EE Perk (20% off for family & friends) & software discounts.

Supporting Your Health & Wellbeing

• Wellbeing and Mental Health Support – 24/7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service.
• Gym memberships discounts – at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton.
• Eyecare Support – Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution.
• Flu Vouchers – Free flu vaccinations for staff.
• Paycare Health Benefit Plan – Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance.
• Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms – Access to multi‑faith chaplaincy services.

Valuing You

• Generous Annual Leave
• Flexible & Agile Working – Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements.
• Free On‑site Parking – available across campuses.
• Cycle Benefits Scheme – Save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice.
• Employee Discounts – Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment.
• Travel Discounts – Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles.

Training and Development

• Staff Network and Inclusion – Access to support networks and events with our LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women's networks.
• Library Access – Staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries.
• Staff Scholarship Scheme – Funding for part‑time higher education, up to PhD level.
• Leadership and Management Development – Access to training opportunities to support you with advancing in your career.

The University of Opportunity for Students and Staff.

Diversity and Inclusion

As part of our commitment to ensure the diversity of our staff body reflects those of the student and local communities we serve, we particularly welcome applications from candidates of Black, Asian, or Ethnic Minority heritage, and candidates who are Disabled (including people who may not define themselves as disabled, but nevertheless encounter challenges).

Please note: Applications are scored against the criteria set out in the job description and person specifications attached to this advert. Applications are not assessed against the job advert so please ensure your applications are crafted against the Job Description and Person Specification contained within it.