Tutorial Support Administrator

Emmanuel College; Cambourne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Emmanuel College in Cambridge seeks a diligent Tutorial Support Administrator to provide comprehensive admin support to the Tutorial Office and the Office of the Senior Tutor. You will manage student records, prepare documentation, and assist with examinations and college events, ensuring high standards of accuracy and confidentiality.

This full-time, permanent role requires excellent IT skills, strong organisational abilities, and the initiative to work independently in a busy academic

Qualifications

• A-levels (or equivalent).
• Excellent IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Experience working in a varied administrative role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently and use your initiative.
• A calm and flexible approach, particularly during busy periods.
• A commitment to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information appropriately.
• Experience in an educational environment and familiarity with Microsoft collaboration tools such as Teams and SharePoint would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supporting student applications relating to intermissions, coursework extensions and exam allowances.
• Administering bursaries, financial assistance schemes and student funding processes.
• Maintaining student records and undertaking data administration activities.
• Managing enquiries from students, Fellows and external organisations.
• Preparing correspondence, reports and student documentation.
• Assisting with examinations, College events and termly administrative activities.
• Taking minutes and supporting meetings where required.
• Providing front-line support for the Tutorial Office and its stakeholders.

Skills

Administrative support

Microsoft Office

Communication

Organisation

Independence

Confidentiality

Education

A-levels or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Teams

SharePoint

Job description

Are you an organised and proactive administrator with excellent attention to detail? Do Emmanuel College is seeking a Tutorial Support Administrator to join our friendly and dedicated Tutorial Office team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the academic and pastoral support provided to our undergraduate students throughout their time at College.

About the Role

Working within the Tutorial Office, you will provide comprehensive administrative support to the Office of the Senior Tutor, Tutorial Office Manager, Tutors and Directors of Studies. You will be at the heart of student administration, helping to ensure that students receive exceptional support throughout their academic journey. This is a full time (37.5 hours per week), permanent position.

The role is varied and engaging and includes:

• Supporting student applications relating to intermissions, coursework extensions and exam allowances.
• Administering bursaries, financial assistance schemes and student funding processes.
• Maintaining student records and undertaking data administration activities.
• Managing enquiries from students, Fellows and external organisations.
• Preparing correspondence, reports and student documentation.
• Assisting with examinations, College events and termly administrative activities.
• Taking minutes and supporting meetings where required.
• Providing front-line support for the Tutorial Office and its stakeholders.

About You

We are looking for a highly organised individual who can manage competing priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism. You will have:

• A-levels (or equivalent).
• Excellent IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Experience working in a varied administrative role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently and use your initiative.
• A calm and flexible approach, particularly during busy periods.
• A commitment to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information appropriately.

Experience in an educational environment and familiarity with Microsoft collaboration tools such as Teams and SharePoint would be advantageous.

Why Join Emmanuel College?

Emmanuel College is a thriving and historic college in the heart of Cambridge, renowned for its academic excellence and inspiring setting. You will join a supportive professional community dedicated to delivering an outstanding experience for students while working in a beautiful central Cambridge setting.

Additional Information

The role requires occasional flexibility to work outside normal office hours, including during examination periods in May and June.

The closing date for applications is 4 pm on 27th October 2026.

Interviews are expected to be held week commencing 2nd November 2026

The College reserves the right to withdraw the advert before the closing date if we receive significant interest.

Emmanuel College is an equal opportunities employer. We have a policy of equality of opportunity for all staff. Applications are welcome regardless of race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sex, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs or age.