Christ's College is seeking to appoint a part-time Personal Assistant (PA) to the Director of College Services
The Director of College Services has overall responsibility for leading the College’s service operations and facilities management, and leads the Heads of Departments responsible for Accommodation, Events, Catering, Maintenance, Housekeeping and other functions. The Director of College Services is also heavily involved in the management of major projects, for example works on existing or new buildings, and is responsible for compliance with statutory requirements, acting as College Safety Officer, as the Designated Premises Supervisor and as ANUK Compliance Officer.
The postholder will play a pivotal role in providing high-quality, administrative, organisational, and project support to the Director of College Services, taking responsibility for the DOCS's schedule, communications and College committee responsibilities, including preparing documentation for formal meetings and producing accurate and timely minutes. The postholder will liaise with colleagues across the College and be a professional first point of contact for matters relating to the DOCS's office.
We would like to hear from you if you have previous experience, and are proactive, well organised, adaptable and diligent. The abilities to work to deadlines whilst paying attention to detail, and to work both as an individual and with others, are essential.
The benefits on offer are many and include 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), a defined contribution pension scheme with 6% (minimum) employer contribution, a health care cash plan funded by the College (allowing you to claim money for routine medical treatments including optical and dental), a free meal when on duty, and the opportunity to work in a beautiful environment. Facilities on-site include a College gym, multi-faith prayer room, outdoor swimming pool and limited parking. For details about the benefits offered, please click here.
Location: St Andrew's Street, Cambridge, CB2 3BU
Salary: £32,428 - £33,360 per annum, pro-rata
Closing date: Noon on Friday 4 July 2025
Vacancy type: Permanent, Part-time, 21.75 hours per week, flexible over 4 or 5 days
How to Apply
Completed forms must arrive by the closing date.
Applications may be sent by e-mail to jobs@christs.cam.ac.uk or by post addressed to Thorunn Byrne, Head of HR, Christ’s College, St Andrew’s Street, Cambridge CB2 3BU.
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