College Administration Coordinator

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Job Description
- College Administration Coordinator )

Job Description

Open-Ended/Permanent
- Annualised Hours (Full Time)

Contract Duration :
Not applicable

04-Oct-2026, 10:59:00 PM

Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement :
Not Applicable.

At Durham University we are proud of our people. A globally outstanding centre of educational excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary people, a unique and historic setting – Durham is a university like no other.

Across the University we have a huge variety of roles and career opportunities, which together make us a large and successful community, which is a key hub of activity within our region and nationally. Whether you are at the very start, middle or end of your career, there is a role for you. We believe everyone has their own unique skills to offer.

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Josephine Butler College is seeking to appoint and welcome a new College Administration Co-ordinator to our friendly, vibrant, and inclusive community. Opened in 2006, we are named after the 19th‑century social reformer, Josephine Butler, who had a profound influence on society's view of women's health and education. Her legacy of advocacy, commitment to social justice and kindness serves as an inspiration to our students, staff, and broader College community.

Josephine Butler College is led by Professor Gillian Hampden‑Thompson.

Working as a part of a close‑knit team, you will be involved in a wide range of activities aimed at furthering the College and University strategy, especially concerning the effective administration of Josephine Butler College. The College Administration Co-ordinator will provide an efficient and effective administrative support service to the college management team, will be a primary contact for the college student body, and will support the work of the Junior, Middle, and Senior common rooms

In the academic year of 2026-27, the College will be celebrating its 20th anniversary. As such, the role will allow the successful candidate to be involved in supporting various events and activities relating to the anniversary celebrations.

This is an in‑person role based at Josephine Butler College. The expected start date is 2nd November 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. The role may require occasional evening and weekend work.

A competitive salary is only one part of the many fantastic benefits you will receive if you join the University:

• You’ll receive 27 days annual leave per year in addition to 8 public holidays and 4 customary days per year - a total of 39 days. The University closes between Christmas and New Year.
• No matter how you travel to work, we have you covered. We have parking across campus, a cycle to work scheme which helps you to buy a bike and discount with local bus and train companies.
• You can access exclusive…