The University of Salford
Programme Assistant
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Programme Assistant
Programme Assistant
Key Information
- Location: Salford, United Kingdom
- Job ID: 676
- Posting Date: 06/22/2026, 08:00 AM
- Apply By: 07/05/2026, 10:59 PM
- Schedule: Full time
- Type: Permanent
- Proposed Interview Dates: 30/04/2026
- Salary: £28,031 – £29,588 per annum
- DBS Check Required: No
- Driving Required: No
About the Role
The School of Health & Society at University of Salford is seeking an enthusiastic and highly organised Programme Assistant to join their professional services team.
Successful candidates will demonstrate exceptional teamwork, interpersonal communication skills, and a passion for delivering outstanding service. This role provides a key opportunity to support programme delivery, enhance operations, and serve as a crucial point of contact for students, staff, and school visitors.
Given the potential for early closure, we encourage early applications as this role may attract significant interest.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide frontline customer service in the School Office to visitors, ensuring a supportive and exceptional experience for students and staff.
- Assist academic staff with programme/module guidance, aligning activities with university processes and professional standards.
- Offer administrative and programme support for partnerships, enterprise initiatives, and school development activities.
- Coordinate school induction activities, collaborating with academic staff, support teams, and university departments (e.g., Student Administration and Student Experience & Support).
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About the School
The School of Health & Society at University of Salford is the largest faculty at the university, home to over 8,000 students from across the globe. The school values lifelong learning and applies research-driven real-world impact through programmes such as:
- Counselling and Psychology
- Nursing and Midwifery
- Allied and Public Health
- Social Work and Policy
- Policing and Criminology
- Sport Science
As a leading interdisciplinary research network, the school houses three dedicated research centres focusing on enhancing healthcare, social equity, and individual outcomes. Collaborations with healthcare professionals, industry partners nationwide, and globally are integral to our mission. Join a dynamic community where collaboration and innovation shape the future of healthcare, social leadership, and community impact.
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Benefits
The role offers:
- Competitive salary (~£28,031 – £29,588)
- Excellent pension scheme
- 32 days holiday entitlement (plus bank holidays and extra perks at academic year-end)
- Flexible working — agile and supportive policies to balance career and personal commitments.
About the University of Salford
Renowned as one of the UK’s fastest-growing universities, Salford prioritises career development, work-life balance, and wellbeing. Key highlights include:
- A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and discounted gym memberships
- Two vibrant campuses: Peel Park and MediaCityUK (at the heart of a thriving technology enrichment zone)
- A commitment to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability (targeting Net Zero by 2038)
- Every role contributes meaningfully to improving student lives and shaping societal impact
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