Programme Delivery Support

University of Reading; Reading; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Reading is looking for a full-time Programme Delivery Support to join Henley Business School, focusing on enhancing student engagement through various projects. The role requires strong administrative, interpersonal, and communication skills to coordinate effectively diverse initiatives. This position is committed to safeguarding and includes responsibilities related to children welfare.

Qualifications

• Strong administrative skills with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with diverse groups.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Programme Delivery team in promoting and delivering projects.
• Coordinate student engagement activities and mentoring programmes.
• Complete safeguarding training and adhere to university policies.

Skills

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Marketing skills

Job description

Full Time, Fixed Term role

Closing date: 23:59 hours on 23 July 2025

Interview date: to be confirmed

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-UK candidates without permission to work in the UK should note that sponsorship may not be possible under the Skilled Worker Route, based on the applicable SOC code for this role. Further information is available on the university's website.

Henley Business School is seeking a candidate with an interest in higher education and widening participation, and a desire to develop project management skills, for the role of Programme Delivery Support within the Engagement, Employment & Entrepreneurship team at our Whiteknights campus, Reading.

As one of the largest providers of business education globally, Henley Business School is among an elite group of triple-accredited international business schools.

You will support the Programme Delivery team in promoting and delivering projects and initiatives, including donor-funded projects such as the Pathways to Property Project, student engagement activities, and mentoring programmes. You will help coordinate and deliver activities to enhance student engagement.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, to motivate and engage project participants and students.

You Will Have

• Strong administrative skills with accuracy, attention to detail, and a methodical approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with diverse groups
• Outstanding organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively
• Good marketing and communication skills

Responsibilities

The University is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken for this role, which involves:

• Completing safeguarding training and adhering to the University’s Safeguarding Children & Adults at Risk Policy
• Reporting disclosures or concerns using the Safeguarding Incident Form to the Designated Safeguarding Officer

An Enhanced DBS check with a child barred list check is required. This position is a regulated activity and exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Further information on safeguarding policies and responsibilities can be found on the university's website.

Contacts

• Helen Griggs, Programme Delivery Officer, [e-mail]
• Tom Woolmer, Senior Programme Delivery Manager, [e-mail]

The university values diversity and inclusion, supports gender equality, race equality, and LGBT+ rights. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-sharing, part-time, and flexible working arrangements are encouraged and will be considered based on business needs.