Executive Administration Officer

Job details

Contractual hours: 36

Job category/type: Academic and Administrative Support

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Job description

The closing date for applications is 23.59 on 1^st May 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 UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The Charlie Waller Institute require senior administrative support for their clinical training programmes and a liaison with national service leads. You will work closely with the Director of Training within the unit.

You will have:

• Proven administrative and problem-solving skills in complex working environment
• Ability to communicate confidently with staff, students, and professionals, providing a high level of customer service
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines
• Ability to work both independently, proactively seeking support and solutions, and as part of a wider team
• A DBS check is required for this position

Interviews will take place on 14 May 2026. As part of the interview process, you will be sent a pre-task in advance, which must be completed and returned prior to the interview date.

For more information, please contact:

Contact Name: Gail Gilbert

Contact Job Title: Executive Administration Manager

Contact Email address: g.gilbert@reading.ac.uk

Alternative Contact Name: Richard Levell

Alternative Contact Job Title: Director of Clinical Training

Alternative Contact Email address: r.levell@reading.ac.uk

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.

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