Programme Delivery Support

University of Reading; Reading; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Programme Delivery Support to assist in delivering projects and initiatives that engage students at Henley Business School. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, administrative abilities, and organizational skills while being dedicated to safeguarding children and promoting welfare. Flexible working arrangements are available. This full-time role is located at our Reading campus.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with a wide range of people.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and methodical working.
• Ability to prioritise work within a busy schedule.

Responsibilities

• Support in the promotion and delivery of projects for Henley Business School.
• Co-ordinate and deliver activities for student engagement.
• Undertake safeguarding training and report any concerns.

Skills

Good administrative skills

Strong communication skills

Excellent organisational skills

Marketing and communication skills

Job description

Overview

Full time, 12 month Fixed Term Contract

The closing date for applications is 23.59 on 27th February 2026

Interview Date - w/c 16th March 2026

This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. The successful candidate(s) will have to ensure that they have the right to work in the UK or be able to secure this through another means without the sponsorship of the University. Further information about sponsorship is available on the .

Henley Business School is looking for someone with a keen interest in higher education and widening participation, and an interest in developing project management skills, to take on the role of Programme Delivery Support within the Engagement, Employment & Entrepreneurship team at our Whiteknights campus, Reading.

One of the largest providers of business education in the world, Henley Business School is among an elite group of International business schools to be triple-accredited for the quality and capability of its faculty and output.

You will work within the Programme Delivery team and provide support in the promotion and delivery of projects and initiatives for Henley Business School and will help to co-ordinate and deliver relevant activities to aid student engagement. Projects will include key donor funded projects and initiatives such as the Pathways to Property Project, student engagement activities and our mentoring programme.

The successful individual will have excellent interpersonal skills, both written and face to face, in order to encourage and inspire those involved with the projects and to engage with our students.

You Will Have

• Good administrative skills with accuracy, attention to detail and methodical working.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to work with a wide range of people.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise work within a busy schedule.
• Good marketing and communication skills

Responsibilities

The University is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and as such safeguarding checks will be undertaken. Safeguarding Requirements and Responsibilities:

• To undertake safeguarding training and follow the University’s Safeguarding Children & Adults at Risk Policy at all times.
• To report any disclosures or concerns using the Safeguarding Incident Form and submit this to the appropriate Designated Safeguarding Officer.

An Enhanced DBS with a child barred list check is required for this position. This role is a regulated activity. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

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Contact details for advert

Contact Name Helen Griggs

Contact Job Title Programme Delivery Officer

Contact Email address [e-mail]

Alternative Contact Name Tom Woolmer

Alternative Contact Job Title Senior Programme Delivery Manager

Alternative Contact Email address [e-mail]

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.