Faculty Executive Support Coordinator

The Role

Kingston School of Art is looking to recruit a Faculty Executive Support Coordinator who will provide experienced, professional and confidential executive support for assigned members of the Faculty Leadership Team (FLT). The postholder will need to work flexibly as part of the Faculty Office team in ensuring a seamless service is provided to Faculty Leadership.

The role is varied with multiple responsibilities and requires the post holder to provide proactive support, general office and estates management and to undertake project work as required.

This is a key role supporting day-to-day functioning of the faculty.

The Person

Ideally you will have had some previous experience o working as a PA in Higher Education. You will be organised, methodical and flexible in your approach, with meticulous attention to detail and extensive organisational skills. Collaboration is key and you will be required to ensure an excellent level of service is provided to senior staff.

The Faculty

KSA, founded in 1899, is one of the UK’s oldest art and design institutions, known for its practice-based teaching, interdisciplinary approach and strong industry connections. The School offers undergraduate, postgraduate and research degrees across art, design, architecture and the creative industries, and houses facilities including the Stanley Picker Gallery and Dorich House Museum, with close proximity to central London.

KSA is consistently ranked among the leading art and design schools worldwide. In the 2025 QS World University Rankings by Subject, Kingston University was placed in the top 5% globally for Art & Design and is highly regarded within the UK creative education sector.

Further information

This is a full time, permanent position with a starting salary of £34,007 per annum.

Interviews are expected to be held on Monday, 08 June 2026.

For informal enquires please contact Lydia James, Faculty Operations Manager. 

Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.

We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.

To apply click on ‘Apply’. If, for accessibility reasons, you need to apply in an alternative format, please email jobs@kingston.ac.uk or call the HR Shared Services team on 020 8417 3118.

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