Your effective organisational skills will be key to providing placement support to our students in this busy and highly responsible role.  We will want you to administer the placing of students in their settings, oversee payments to partners and check processes for compliance in accordance with professional and statutory requirements.  Using your excellent customer service and communication skills you will act as a key point of contact for placement providers, students and academic staff, building effective working relationships and ensuring the smooth administration of placements.

To be successful in this position, you should have:

• The skills to be able to build networks and maintain positive working relationships
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good customer service experience, which will include excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to work quickly and accurately
• Strong IT skills, including high level of competence in Microsoft Word and Excel, together with experience of maintaining databases and accurate records

This is a full-time fixed term role to cover a period of maternity leave, and we welcome applications from those looking to job share.

After initial training has been completed, and once agreed with your manager, you’ll have the option to work from home for part of the week as part of our agile working policy.

For an informal discussion to find out more about this role, please contact Julie Burkill, Practice Learning Administration Manager at J.Burkill@brighton.ac.uk

Closing Date: 30 Aug 2026

Team/Division: Administrative/Clerical/Technical

Salary: £27,319 to £30,378 per annum

In this varied and rewarding position we’ll want you to support a wide range of EDI activities, including organising staff training and events, arranging and minuting meetings, budget administration, maintaining our EDI intranet pages and other platforms, and responding to queries received by the team. 

You'll play an important role in our small and friendly team in an institution that has inclusivity at its heart.  

To be successful in this job you will:

• Be a highly organised individual
• Have previous experience in office or team administration or in the administrative aspects of organising events or training
• Have excellent organisation skills
• Be able to work on your own initiative and to agreed deadlines
• Have clear written communication skills
• Be able to develop effective networks and to work as part of a team
• Have a personal commitment to EDI

Please take a look at the job description and person specifications for full details of the role. 

This is a part-time position (17 hours per week) offered on a fixed-term basis for 18 months. There is scope for flexibility regarding working days and hours, to be agreed with the successful candidate within the overall contracted hours. 

We offer a wide range of employee benefits, including a hybrid working scheme allowing employees to work from home for up 60% of their contracted hours, a generous pension scheme, and annual leave starting at 30 days each year as well as bank holidays and additional time off over the Christmas period.

Closing Date: 30 Aug 2026

Team/Division: Administrative/Clerical/Technical

Salary: £27,319 to £30,378 pro rata
17 hours per week

Would you like to play a key part in the development and delivery of building investment programmes within a busy department which manages the physical environment in which staff and students work, live and learn?

About the role:
In this vital role as a Building Surveyor you will work as part of a small team with a varied workload delivering a variety of planned maintenance and improvement projects across our portfolio. 

Some of your responsibilities will be:

• To undertake surveys of university buildings to establish their condition
• To manage the contractual relationships with relevant consultants/contractors
• To advise on energy efficiency, environmental impact and sustainable construction
• To advise on the Health and Safety aspects of buildings
• Assisting in house Clients to develop briefs, design and specify works
• Perform the role of Contract Administrator and Principal Designer under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations as necessary

About you:
To succeed in the role you’ll need comprehensive knowledge and experience of construction technology and building pathology along with good knowledge of the work practices, processes and procedures required for the delivery of maintenance and improvement projects from inception to completion. You will be qualified to degree level in Building Surveying or a construction based discipline with full or part qualification to RICS/CIOB membership, or an equivalent level of knowledge and skills gained through work experience at a similar level.

This is initially an 18-month fixed-term role, full-time (37 hours) and we welcome applications from Job Sharers.

We offer a competitive range of benefits, including an agile working system, which at present for this role will require you to spend a minimum of two days in the office. 

For more information about the role and what we are looking for please look at the job description.

Closing Date: 30 Aug 2026

Team/Division: Administrative/Clerical/Technical

Salary: £41,064 to £48,822

As a Staff Residential Adviser, you will be part of a team providing pastoral support and guidance to students living in halls of residence. Residential Wellbeing is the support network for students in university accommodation and sits within the wider Student Wellbeing Team. Together, we support around 2500 students living across our campuses in Brighton.

This is a unique role for an existing member of university staff. Alongside your full-time role, you'll live in one of the halls of residence and join a rota with five other Residential Advisers to provide overnight on-call cover from 7.30pm to 7.30am, including weekends and bank holidays and closure periods.

Eligibility:

The Staff Residential Adviser role is a secondary role undertaken alongside your primary University employment. It is a condition of the Residential Adviser agreement that you are employed in a substantive position at the University of Brighton. If you leave your substantive post, you will unfortunately no longer be eligible to be a Residential Adviser.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Providing a first-line response to student welfare concerns and critical incidents
• Supporting students who are homesick or struggling to settle into university life
• Signposting students to appropriate university support services
• Helping resolve difficulties students may experience in their accommodation
• Working with the Residential Wellbeing Team to build a sense of community and belonging in halls

We are looking for someone who enjoys working directly with students and is committed to supporting them during their university experience. As the role involves out-of-hours work and occasionally responding to challenging situations, you will need to remain calm, think clearly, and make sound decisions when needed.

You should be adaptable, approachable, and have strong communication and interpersonal skills. You must also be willing to live on campus and take part in the overnight on-call rota, including some weekends and bank holidays.

 In return, you will be provided with free staff accommodation in halls of residence and an annual stipend (currently £2743 per year)

Closing Date: 01 Sep 2026

Team/Division: Administrative/Clerical/Technical

Salary: Annual Allowance of £2743

Closing Date: 16 Aug 2026

Team/Division: Student Union

This is a key role supporting the delivery of operational fire safety across the University. Working closely with the Fire Safety Adviser, Estates and Facilities, and other stakeholders, you will help ensure compliance, support the implementation of fire safety policies and procedures, and promote a positive fire safety culture.

About the role:

• This role will coordinate fire drills and emergency evacuation procedures, deliver a range of fire safety training, support the development of Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs).
• This role will also assist with fire safety audits, inspections, and record management.
• The role also includes maintaining fire safety equipment and providing advice and guidance to staff across the University.

About you:

• You will be an effective communicator, able to engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders, and work both independently and as part of a team.
• You will have a good understanding of fire safety legislation and experience of supporting fire safety activities such as training, audits, or emergency planning within a complex organisation.
• You will have evidence of significant qualifications or training in fire safety and emergency planning matters and membership of relevant professional body. Where candidates do not hold this qualification but can demonstrate supporting competencies relevant to this post, support will be given to attain the qualification as soon as possible.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your experience within a collaborative team and contribute to maintaining a safe environment for our staff, students, and visitors.

Closing Date: 23 Aug 2026

Team/Division: Administrative/Clerical/Technical

Salary: £35,608 to £39,906 pro rata

This is a key role supporting the delivery of health and safety across the University. Working closely with academic and professional service leaders, managers and other stakeholders, you will help ensure compliance, support the implementation of health and safety policies and procedures, and promote a positive health and safety culture.

About the role:

• You will act as a lead Health and Safety Adviser for designated areas of the University, providing expert advice and practical support on a wide range of health and safety matters.
• The role includes developing and delivering health and safety training, undertaking audits, inspections and accident investigations, supporting the development of policies and guidance, and assisting managers in meeting their health and safety responsibilities.
• You will also support the University's Risk Management Framework by helping managers identify, assess and monitor risks, maintain risk registers, and contribute to risk reporting and assurance activities.

About you:

• You will have substantial experience of delivering a health and safety advisory service within a complex organisation, together with a strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practice.
• You will hold a NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) and be a Chartered or Certified Member of IOSH, or willing to work towards membership. 
• You will be an effective communicator with the ability to influence and work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, translating complex information into practical and accessible advice.
• You will have experience of developing and delivering training, conducting audits and inspections, writing policies and guidance, and supporting managers to achieve continual improvement in health and safety performance.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team and play a key role in developing a positive safety and health culture for our staff, students and visitors. This is a full time permanent role open to applications from job sharers.

Closing Date: 23 Aug 2026

Team/Division: Administrative/Clerical/Technical

Salary: £41,064 to £48,822 per annum

This is a key role responsible for delivering operational fire safety advisory services across the University, supporting compliance with fire safety legislation and promoting a positive fire safety culture. Working closely with colleagues across Estates and Facilities Management, Student Operations and Support, and other departments, you will provide expert guidance on fire safety matters, support the development and implementation of policies and procedures, and promote best practice across the university community. 

In this role, you will:

- Oversee a complex programme of fire risk assessments, inspections and audits, monitor compliance, investigate incidents, and ensure timely follow-up of actions. 

- Manage and analyse fire safety data, prepare reports and present findings to senior managers and governance committees. 

- Contribute to the delivery of fire safety training and support responses to changes in legislation and regulatory requirements.

- Provide leadership, guidance and support, helping to ensure the effective delivery of fire safety services across the University. You will also deputise for the Fire Safety Manager when required, acting as a key point of contact for fire safety matters. 

To be successful in this role, you will:

- Have substantial experience of delivering fire safety and emergency planning activities within a complex organisation, together with a strong understanding of fire safety legislation and best practice. 

- Be experienced in undertaking audits, inspections and fire risk assessments, developing and delivering training, analysing data, and communicating effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. 

- Have excellent interpersonal skills, sound judgement, and the ability to influence positive behaviours are essential. 

- Have a recognised fire safety qualification, such as the IFE Level 4 Certificate in Fire Science and Fire Safety, or equivalent relevant experience. 

This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a large and diverse university environment, helping to ensure the safety of our staff, students and visitors. This position is available on a job share basis.

Closing Date: 20 Aug 2026

Team/Division: Administrative/Clerical/Technical

Salary: £41,064 to £48,822 per annum

We have an exciting opportunity to join the technical team within the School of Education, Sport and Health Sciences. In your new role you will be supporting a range of teaching and research activities within our Art studios and Design & Technology workshops which are primarily used for our teacher training and occupational therapy provision.

Training will be provided, but a desire to deliver a high-quality service to our staff and students is essential. In this role you will be preparing equipment and resources for teaching sessions, supporting staff and students, as well as ensuring the Art studios and Design & Technology workshops and equipment are well maintained.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Setting up and maintaining equipment and materials for teaching and research activities
•  Ensuring laboratories and equipment are kept to a high standard of safety and functionality
• Providing hands-on technical support and guidance to staff and students

To be successful in this role you should have:

• Experience in an Art or Design & Technology discipline.
• Ability to communicate with a range of individuals.
• A good understanding of basic Health and Safety principles.
• Motivation, and the ability to work individually as well as part of a team.
• Experience of providing technical support.

This is an 18-month fixed-term role and is full-time (37 hours a week), with a generous 30 days annual leave entitlement, in addition to bank holidays and Christmas closure. This role is based in our modern teaching and research facilities on our Falmer campus.

We welcome applications from job sharers.

Closing Date: 19 Aug 2026

Team/Division: Administrative/Clerical/Technical

Salary: £27,319 to £30,378 per annum

Following significant growth in our partnerships with schools and teacher training organisations, this is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in helping to  deliver innovative teacher education programmes that combine university expertise with school-based learning. Working across a portfolio of high-profile partnerships, you will help to ensure that programmes are delivered efficiently, compliantly and to an exceptional standard, supporting trainees, academic colleagues and partner organisations throughout the student lifecycle.

This is a varied role combining project management, partnership working, operational leadership and financial oversight. You will work with senior academic staff, professional services colleagues, schools, funding organisations and external regulators to ensure our SCITT provision continues to grow successfully while maintaining the highest standards of quality and student experience.

Reporting to the Director of College Operations, you will oversee the operational management of a portfolio of School-Centred Initial Teacher Training partnerships, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and in accordance with University, Department for Education and regulatory requirements.

You will:

• Lead the day-to-day project management of multiple SCITT partnerships and programmes.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with partner schools, training providers and funding organisations.
• Coordinate complex programme activity across the University and external partners.
• Guide trainees through the administrative and operational aspects of their programme from enrolment through to qualification.
• Work with academic colleagues to adapt University processes and systems to support innovative hybrid delivery models.
• Monitor project budgets, financial performance and funding requirements.
• Ensure compliance with partnership agreements, funding conditions and quality assurance requirements.
• Produce management information and reports to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate assessment administration, examination board processes and student record management.
• Identify operational risks and implement effective solutions to ensure successful project delivery.

You will be an organised and proactive project manager with excellent relationship management skills and experience of coordinating complex programmes involving multiple stakeholders.

You will have:

• Experience of successfully managing complex projects from inception through to delivery.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Experience of managing budgets and monitoring financial performance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding communication skills with the ability to build productive partnerships across organisations.
• Experience of working within large, complex organisations and navigating multiple processes.
• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office and project management tools.
• A degree or equivalent professional experience.

Experience within higher education, teacher education, educational partnerships or externally funded programmes would be advantageous.

This is an opportunity to join one of the University's fastest-growing areas of educational provision. Our expanding SCITT portfolio is delivering innovative teacher training through collaborative partnerships with schools across the region, creating new opportunities for aspiring teachers while strengthening the University's role in education and knowledge exchange. This position accepts application from job sharers.

You will be joining a supportive and collaborative team at an exciting point in our growth, with the opportunity to influence how these partnerships develop and succeed in the years ahead.

If you enjoy building partnerships, managing complex projects and making a tangible difference to educational outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 19 Aug 2026

Team/Division: Administrative/Clerical/Technical

Salary: £35,608 to £39,906 pro rata
29.6 hours per week

Working closely with Finance colleagues, Management Accountants, academic staff and external partners, you will coordinate the payment of student bursaries, administer payments to placement providers, distribute external funding and maintain comprehensive financial records capable of withstanding detailed external audit and scrutiny.

The role requires confidence in interpreting complex funding guidance, resolving queries independently and ensuring financial processes are delivered accurately and on time. You will also contribute to wider administrative support across the School, helping improve systems and processes while acting as the School's specialist adviser on externally funded student support and placement administratiosa

In addition to the responsibilities contained within the Senior University Administrator job description, this role will:

• Coordinate the administration of Department for Education funding streams relating to Initial Teacher Education.
• Coordinate financial administration relating to NHS England funded practice placements.
• Coordinate placement funding processes for General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) accredited pharmacy placements.
• Develop and maintain expert knowledge of DfE, NHS England and GPhC regulations, policies and funding requirements.
• Coordinate the accurate and timely payment of student bursaries and other externally funded support in accordance with funding body requirements.
• Work closely with University Finance to ensure payments are correctly authorised, processed and reconciled.
• Administer payments to partnership schools, NHS organisations, pharmacy placement providers and other external partners.
• Maintain detailed financial records and comprehensive audit trails to satisfy Department for Education, NHS England and other external audit requirements.
• Prepare information and documentation for internal and external audits.
• Work with Management Accountants to reconcile external funding and expenditure.
• Resolve complex enquiries relating to bursaries, grants, placements and external funding.
• Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes and ensure compliance with University and external funding body requirements.
• Support colleagues by sharing specialist knowledge of funding regulations, placement processes and compliance requirements.

We're looking for someone who has:

• Significant experience in complex administrative or financial administration.
• Excellent organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience of interpreting and applying complex regulations, funding rules or statutory guidance.
• Confidence working with financial information, reconciliations and detailed record keeping.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain complex processes clearly.
• Experience of working collaboratively across teams and with external stakeholders.
• The ability to manage competing priorities while consistently delivering accurate work.

Experience of Higher Education administration, NHS England funding, Initial Teacher Education, professional placements or working in another highly regulated public sector environment would be advantageous but is not essential. This role accepts applications form job sharers.

Closing Date: 19 Aug 2026

Team/Division: Administrative/Clerical/Technical

Salary: £31,236 to £34,610 per annum

We’re offering an exciting opportunity to join our vibrant technical team within the School of Education, Sport & Health Sciences at the University of Brighton, supporting cutting-edge teaching and research within our newly developed Sport & Exercise Science laboratories at the Falmer campus.

Technical staff are fundamental to the operation of the School and the University. Working alongside the academic team and line manager, you will use your initiative to organise technical demonstrations, inductions, and instructions for students and staff in your specialist area, for learning and teaching and for research and knowledge exchange. You will provide specialist professional advice to all staff and students and contribute to the development of new and innovative techniques.

To set up and maintain specialist learning spaces and set models of good practice, ensuring the readiness of resources and equipment. You will ensure that work is conducted safely, and that current health and safety guidelines are adhered to in your area.

In a wider context, as a valued member of the technical team, to provide general support to the wider school as required and assist technical colleagues at times of increased demand.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and maintaining specialist laboratory equipment and software.
• Giving hands-on technical support for practical teaching sessions.
• Advising on best practices and techniques in Sport & Exercise Science.
• Supporting teaching, research and knowledge exchange activities and ensuring safe, effective lab operations.
• Delivering technical instruction to students & staff.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience with techniques, equipment, and software relevant to Sport & Exercise Science.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
• Experience supporting learners in an educational or training environment.
• A recognised qualification or equivalent experience in Sport & Exercise Science or related disciplines.

This role is full-time and permanent, however we also welcome applications from candidates who would prefer to job share.

Closing Date: 19 Aug 2026

Team/Division: Administrative/Clerical/Technical

Salary: £31,236 to £34,610 per annum

We’re offering an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic technical team within the School of Education, Sport & Health Sciences, supporting innovative teaching and research in our state of the art sport & exercise science laboratories at the Falmer campus.

As a Senior Technician, you’ll play a key role in delivering an outstanding practical learning experience. You’ll be responsible for the preparation, maintenance, and safe operation of specialist equipment and resources, while providing expert technical support to both students and academic staff within our Sport & Exercise science laboratories. 

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Setting up and maintaining equipment and materials for teaching and research activities
• Ensuring laboratories and equipment are kept to a high standard of safety and functionality
• Providing hands-on technical support and guidance to staff and students

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in a science or sport-related discipline, with practical technical skills
• A good understanding of health and safety in a laboratory or technical setting
• Strong knowledge and experience of maintaining equipment
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team

This is a full-time, fixed term for 18 months role based at our newly developed facilities on the Falmer campus. We welcome applications from candidates interested in job sharing.

Closing Date: 19 Aug 2026

Team/Division: Administrative/Clerical/Technical

Salary: £27,319 to £30,378 per annum

The Campus Security Team is committed to building a diverse team of professionals whose role it is to create a safe and secure environment for students, staff and visitors, a place where everyone feels safe and welcome.

In the role of Campus Security Officer, you will be part of a wider team that provides a security service across multiple campuses 24-hours a day, 365-days a year to meet the needs of a modern University community. We provide a friendly and high visibility presence across the estate to help keep all our community and assets safe and secure. We regularly contribute at events to promote our team, encourage personal safety and to create an environment where everyone feels safe. 

The responsibilities of the role will include working in the security control room and monitoring the CCTV network, providing a visible presence and a mobile response across all campuses. You will use proactive and responsive security methods to ensure the delivery of a comprehensive service, which goes beyond the traditional security standards and focuses on customer service. 

In order to succeed in this role, you will have:

• Excellent communication skills and be a problem solver who is professionally curious and has the ability to engage with a diverse range of students, staff and stakeholders to grow a culture of safety and wellbeing
• A professional resilience and a desire to deliver an excellent service in challenging and often complex circumstances and environments
• The ability to be a team player who embraces diversity and inclusivity, a person who will be willing to go the extra mile to make a difference and help someone in need of support
• Security experience or qualifications is preferred but not essential, the University will support you with completing SIA (Security Industry Authority) training

In return we offer excellent benefits as well as this being a good career development opportunity. We have excellent rewards including a local government pension scheme (LGPS), generous holiday entitlement and personal development as well as sports facilities and activities.

We particularly encourage applicants and all those from Minority Ethnic backgrounds. The university is underrepresented by these groups for this position.

Closing Date: 25 Aug 2026

Team/Division: Administrative/Clerical/Technical

Salary: £25,804 to £26,707 per annum
15% Shift Allowance

We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced applicant to join our Initial Teacher Education (ITE) Primary and Education Studies team at the University of Brighton. In this fixed-term, full-time role based at our Falmer campus, you will join a collaborative and supportive team committed to delivering high-quality teaching and an excellent student experience.

Our ITE Primary and Education Studies provision is highly regarded, with strong student outcomes and a clear commitment to inclusive, practice-informed learning. You will play a key role in shaping the learning of trainee teachers and education students across both subject-specific and wider education provision.

Your role will include:

• Delivering engaging lectures, seminars and workshops across ITE Primary and Education Studies provision with a focus on primary SEND provision.  
• Contributing to assessment and academic support
• Supporting students in school-based training and professional learning
• Contributing to curriculum development and course review
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and partner schools

Where possible, we align responsibilities with your strengths and interests.

The role includes teaching across undergraduate, postgraduate and work-related programmes delivered year-round, including some evening and Saturday activity.

We’re looking for a colleague who has:

• A relevant postgraduate qualification or equivalent professional experience
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent qualification
• Significant primary experience, with particular expertise in SEND provision .
• Experience of supporting trainee teachers or contributing to ITE Primary ( SEND) and Education Studies provision (or extensive relevant experience)
• A strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

Why join us?

At Brighton, you’ll join a welcoming and forward-thinking academic community with a strong commitment to student success, alongside opportunities for professional development and a range of staff benefits. We welcome applications from job sharers.

Informal enquiries are welcome – please contact Jane Campbell, Subject Lead for Primary, Early Years and Education Studies, at j.campbell@brighton.ac.uk

This role will require a DBS check.

Closing Date: 16 Aug 2026

Team/Division: Academic

Salary: £41,064 to £48,822 per annum

The University of Brighton has committed through Distinctively Brighton 2035 to becoming the first-choice university for enterprise and equity, delivering transformational impact for our students, staff, and communities. 

To realise this aim, the University has established the Office for Zero Inequities as its dedicated institutional delivery function for eliminating inequities affecting students and staff. 

The Executive Director will provide strategic and operational oversight for the Office for Zero Inequities and will be accountable for delivering the University’s Zero Inequities Transformation Initiative. 

They will also head up institution-wide efforts to eliminate differential outcomes, improve staff and student experience, embed equity into institutional design and decision-making, and establish the University of Brighton as a national and international exemplar in institutional equity transformation. 

The role requires an exceptional person, with a track record of delivering large-scale organisational change, influencing senior stakeholders, building partnerships, and translating evidence and insight into measurable institutional impact.

To view more information about this role and details of how to apply, please click the following link: Executive Director of the Office for Zero Inequities, University of Brighton - Alumni Global

Closing Date: 21 Aug 2026

Team/Division: Senior Management