School of Health and Life Sciences
Ayr, Lanarkshire or Paisley Campus
Permanent
Unfortunately, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship in line with Home Office requirements. Applicants will therefore be unable to secure a Skilled Worker visa for this role and will require an alternative source of right to work in the UK.
This position is not open to applicants who are currently enrolled as students.
Placement Administrator – REQ000529
We are seeking an organized and proactive Administrator to support placement activity within the School, working closely with the Professional Service staff, external bodies and academic colleagues. You will play a key role in supporting students throughout their educational journey from initial enquiries to graduation providing high-quality administrative support, managing enquiries, maintaining accurate records, and helping to ensure an excellent student experience.
A major focus of the role will be coordinating placement processes, supporting PVG applications, and the allocation of practice learning placements in line with programme requirements. You will build and maintain placement logs, liaise with key staff to ensure accurate data, and support a range of placement-related enquiries. The role also includes general administrative duties such as ePAD work, Uniform distribution and any ad‑hoc duties as they arise. Flexibility is essential, as occasional work off campus or out with normal hours may be required.
Qualifications
* HNC/SVQ level 3 or equivalent experience, or have relevant, practical work experience.
* Relevant administrative experience within a busy office environment
* Experience of identifying and resolving problems, liaising with other departments or staff where necessary
* Experience of updating and maintaining records and processes
* Possesses the ability to critically evaluate and challenge decisions to ensure best outcomes.
Benefits
* 24 days of annual leave, plus a further 12 days for public/university holidays
* Additional days leave on your birthday
* Defined benefit contribution pension scheme (including death in service benefits upon joining the scheme
* A flexible approach to working pattern and work-life balance
* Employee discount scheme across 3,500 retailers
* Fitness facilities across our campuses
* Access to a range of health and wellbeing resources, including occupational health, physiotherapy and access to our Employee Assistance Programme
* Professional, career and research development opportunities.
Equal Opportunity
UWS is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from underrepresented groups.
UWS is a “Disability Confident” employer.
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