Temporary Administrator

Durham University is looking to appoint a temporary administrator to their team at Van Mildert College for a period of 4 weeks. The postholder will join the College Office team, working directly with the College Master,…

Pay rate £15.01/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 24 September 2026

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About this job

Durham University is looking to appoint a temporary administrator to their team at Van Mildert College for a period of 4 weeks.

The postholder will join the College Office team, working directly with the College Master, including providing confidential administrative support, as well as with the two other College Officers and other staff. They will engage with students and other members of the College as well as external stakeholders, providing efficient administrative support for a broad range of College activities.

Typical Duties for this fully onsite role will include:

* Responding to stakeholder queries, providing advice and problem solving to meet requirements

* Plan and monitor work activities and information to ensure objectives are met

* Work with team members to ensure an appropriate service is provided, suggesting and making improvements as appropriate

* Work with internal and external stakeholders to deliver an effective service

* Update data and produce reports, carrying out research and analysis as required

* Organise meetings and events, disseminating necessary information.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact every candidate individually. If you do not hear from us within 7 days of submitting your application, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

We are committed to fair, consistent, and inclusive recruitment practices, and all applications are reviewed in line with relevant employment legislation and our equal opportunities principles.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Gem Partnership Ltd who are operating as an employment agency.

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