Are you an experienced higher education administrator with excellent organisational skills and a passion for delivering an outstanding student experience?

As a Programmes Administration Coordinator, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of taught programmes across the University. Working closely with academic and professional services colleagues, you will coordinate essential administrative processes, support the delivery of teaching and assessment activities.  You will also provide day-to-day supervision and guidance to colleagues, contributing to a collaborative and efficient team.

As Programmes Administration Coordinator you can expect to be involved in:

• Providing highly effective administrative support to the Programmes Administration Manager in close liaison with other supervisory staff within an education-related portfolio, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with University regulation
• Taking a proactive role in developing and enhancing the administrative processes within the University in line with changes to systems, ways of working, codes of practices
• Supervising, contributing to the timetabling, assessment and examination (including Boards of Examiners and associated student prizes) processes for the University’s portfolio of taught programmes.  Liaising with external examiners concerning more complex matters

What will you bring to the role?

• Experience of working in Higher Education administration- knowledge of timetabling in an education context and of taught programme processes and procedures
• Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate clearly and accurately with a wide range of people (internal and external)
• Experience of and ability to manage own workload, prioritising tasks as appropriate to meet changing demands and deadlines

What we can offer in return:

As a member of our team, you can expect a friendly, open and collaborative working environment and support in your development and wellbeing. You'll enjoy a range of great staff benefits including:

• Hybrid working options allowing a flexible blend of office and home working (to be agreed in line with business needs)
• 43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part-time staff)
• Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• Corporate employee-funded healthcare plan, in partnership with Benenden Health

For more information about what you can look forward to if you join us, visit our dedicated webpage: Working at Kent

We are ambitious for our people, our communities and the region we serve – join us in making the world a better place. Visit our website for more on who we are: http://www.kent.ac.uk/about/

Please see the links below to view the full job description and to apply for this post. For further information regarding the application process, please contact peopleserviceshr@kent.ac.uk quoting reference number SL-087-26-R.

Closing Date: 26 Nov 2026

Section: Administrative

Salary: £27,865 to £30,986 per annum pro rata

Do you have the expertise to inspire students and advance research in Space and Planetary Science? If so, this full-time, two-year fixed-term role could be ideal for you.

We’re looking for a Lecturer in Space and Planetary Science to join the School of Engineering, Mathematics and Physics on a two-year fixed-term, Education and Research contract. You’ll contribute to high-quality, research-led teaching across the School’s undergraduate programmes, while undertaking research that supports the University’s internationally recognised research and innovation portfolio.

Our programmes span Physics, Astronomy and Space Science, combining research-led teaching with substantial practical, laboratory-based learning. We’re particularly interested in candidates with expertise in spacecraft design and operations, space utilisation or space exploration.

As Lecturer in Space and Planetary Science you can expect to be involved in:

• Delivering and developing undergraduate teaching across Physics, Astronomy and Space Science 
• Undertaking independent research and producing high-quality research outputs
• Supporting research grant applications and building collaborative research relationships
• Supporting students through assessment, feedback, academic guidance and pastoral support

What will you bring to the role?

• A PhD in a relevant discipline, completed or submitted by interview date, or equivalent qualification or professional experience
• Broad knowledge of Space and Planetary Science, with expertise in spacecraft design and operations, space utilisation and/or space exploration
• Experience teaching Physics, Astronomy, Space Science or Planetary Science in higher education
• An emerging record of internationally excellent research and high-quality research outputs in Space and Planetary Science

What we can offer in return:

As a member of our team, you can expect a friendly, open and collaborative working environment and support in your development and wellbeing. You'll enjoy a range of great staff benefits including:

• 43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part-time staff)
• Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• Corporate employee-funded healthcare plan, in partnership with Benenden Health

For more information about what you can look forward to if you join us, visit our dedicated webpage: Working at Kent

The School of Engineering, Mathematics and Physics’ welcoming and diverse environment has been recognised with a Silver Athena SWAN award. Our staff and students are from all over the world, and we are proud of our friendly and inclusive culture. We support colleagues through family-friendly policies, including a core hours policy, the right to apply for flexible working, and support for staff returning from periods of extended absence, for example, parental leave.

The position is full time and is fixed term for two years. To explore the post further or for any queries you may have about the role, please contact Director of Studies, Dr Tim Kinnear (T.M.Kinnear@kent.ac.uk), and/or the Deputy Head of School, Dr Rowena Paget (R.E.Paget@kent.ac.uk).

Please see the links below to view the full job description and to apply for this post. For further information regarding the application process, please contact peopleserviceshr@kent.ac.uk quoting reference number EMP-014-26.

Closing Date: 24 Nov 2026

Section: Academic

Salary: £40,704 to £45,641

If you have LTA Level 1 (or above) Tennis Coaching Qualification or equivalent and practical experience of coaching and engaging different individuals in Tennis then this is a great opportunity for you.

Join us as Tennis Development Coordinator where you will perform administrative tasks and practical activity delivery in the four court Kent Indoor Tennis & Events Arena (KITEA) as well as being part of the wider Kent Sport Team responsible for the delivery of a comprehensive and diverse programme of sport and physical activity sessions and one-off events engaging students, staff and the community in various forms of physical activity.  

This role is part time, 10 hours.

As Tennis Development Coordinator you can expect to be involved in:

• Assisting with increasing participation levels at the University of Kent through the planning and delivery of tennis sessions, programmes and competitions suitable for a variety of playing abilities.
• Presenting Tennis to a variety of customers with an awareness of the principles and practice of all Tennis formats, understanding their suitability for different age ranges, abilities and experience. This may include, but is not limited to Mini Tennis, Adult Tennis, Cardio Tennis and Tournament delivery.
• Accurately monitoring the numbers for participation, competition and retention and feedback to Kent Sport and the LTA on a regular basis.

What will you bring to the role?

• LTA Level 1 (or above) Tennis Coaching Qualification or equivalent 
• Practical experience of coaching and engaging different individuals in Tennis activity, drills, practice scenarios and matches appropriate for different ability levels and experience 
• Good understanding of coaching formats, principles and practice including the tactical and technical elements of tennis 
• Experiencing of administrating, coordinating and planning tennis activities, events or leagues and good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office packages and social media platforms.

What we can offer in return:

As a member of our team, you can expect a friendly, open and collaborative working environment and support in your development and wellbeing. You'll enjoy a range of great staff benefits including:

•    43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part-time staff)

•    Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions

•    Corporate employee-funded healthcare plan, in partnership with Benenden Health

For more information about what you can look forward to if you join us, visit our dedicated webpage: Working at Kent 

We are ambitious for our people, our communities and the region we serve – join us in making the world a better place. Visit our website for more on who we are: http://www.kent.ac.uk/about/

Please see the links below to view the full job description and to apply for this post. For further information regarding the application process, please contact peopleserviceshr@kent.ac.uk quoting reference number CS-446-26-R.

Closing Date: 23 Nov 2026

Section: Professional

Salary: £25,179 to £26,615 per annum pro rata

If you have experience of providing excellent reception services, good IT skills and the ability to actively listen to customers and deal with unexpected situations with courtesy, diplomacy and patience this role could be ideal for you. Join our team, providing a friendly, helpful and informative reception service to students, staff and external visitors.

For much of your shift you will be the sole Customer Services Assistant and therefore it is essential that in addition to having excellent customer service skills, you are able to deal calmly and confidently with all queries and bookings. The roles are situated across campus in accommodation areas, academic buildings, central service buildings and in campus service buildings and role holders can expect to work in a variety of settings depending on demand. 

Typical shifts patterns are between 07:00 and 23:00 on a rota basis, Monday to Sunday, 5/7 days.

As Customer Services Assistant you can expect to be involved in:

• Receiving all initial enquiries from students, staff and visitors to reception areas, resolving them or referring correctly to other staff or university departments as appropriate. Assisting the wider campus services and university teams by signposting customers to the range of services on offer and how to access them. 
• Maintaining the tidiness and security of the reception area and its facilities ensuring stock levels of office equipment, stationery and consumables are maintained. 
• Using of a range of university systems (e.g. accommodation systems, access control systems, switchboard, library systems, payment systems etc.) to aid in the resolution of queries and enquiries. 
• Coordinating the issue of card/key access, where necessary, resolving or escalating any issues that arise as appropriate. 

What will you bring to the role?

• GCSE grade 4/C or above in English and Maths or equivalent
• Experience of working in a busy and demanding front facing customer service environment providing excellent customer care
• The ability to demonstrate experience handling difficult and unexpected situations
• A high level of IT skill and familiarity.

What we can offer in return:

As a member of our team, you can expect a friendly, open and collaborative working environment and support in your development and wellbeing. You'll enjoy a range of great staff benefits including:

• 43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part-time staff)
• Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• Corporate employee-funded healthcare plan, in partnership with Benenden Health

For more information about what you can look forward to if you join us, visit our dedicated webpage: Working at Kent

We are ambitious for our people, our communities and the region we serve – join us in making the world a better place. Visit our website for more on who we are: http://www.kent.ac.uk/about/

Please see the links below to view the full job description and to apply for this post. For further information regarding the application process, please contact peopleserviceshr@kent.ac.uk quoting reference number CS-392-26-R3.

Previous applicants need not apply, thank you.

Closing Date: 23 Nov 2026

Section: Administrative

Salary: £23,817 to £24,699 per annum

Are you organised, thoughtful and confident working with people across the University? 

Would you enjoy helping committees run smoothly and supporting good governance?

This is a 6 month fixed term (maternity cover) role in which you’ll provide secretariat and project support for the University’s Board of Governors, Academic Board and their committees, helping ensure governance processes are effective, compliant and well communicated.

Working with senior colleagues, committee chairs and stakeholders across the University, you’ll plan committee business, support members, contribute to governing documents and projects, and keep Directorate communications clear and up to date. You’ll also manage competing deadlines, use your judgement to resolve day-to-day issues and know when to seek advice on more complex matters.

As Governance Support Officer, you can expect to be involved in:

• Providing secretariat support to University committees, including planning annual schedules and preparing agenda planners.
• Supporting committee member recruitment, election, induction and ongoing engagement.
• Assisting with the review and drafting of governing documents, policies and reports, and providing administrative support for Directorate projects.
• Supporting Directorate communications and acting as the first point of contact, responding to or directing queries.

What will you bring to the role?

• Experience providing committee, governance and senior administrative support, with an understanding of formal governance processes and good practice.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft clear documents and communicate positively with a range of stakeholders.
• The ability to manage competing deadlines, use sound judgement and know when to seek advice or escalate an issue.

What we can offer in return:

As a member of our team, you can expect a friendly, open and collaborative working environment and support in your development and wellbeing. You'll enjoy a range of great staff benefits including:

• Hybrid working options allowing a flexible blend of office and home working (to be agreed in line with business needs)
• 43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part-time staff)
• Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• Corporate employee-funded healthcare plan, in partnership with Benenden Health

For more information about what you can look forward to if you join us, visit our dedicated webpage: Working at Kent

We are ambitious for our people, our communities and the region we serve – join us in making the world a better place. Visit our website for more on who we are: http://www.kent.ac.uk/about/

Please see the links below to view the full job description and to apply for this post. For further information regarding the application process, please contact peopleserviceshr@kent.ac.uk quoting reference number GALS-010-26-R

Closing Date: 22 Nov 2026

Section: Professional

Salary: £27,865 to £30,986 per annum pro rata

If you have experience in front facing customer service and in administering web-based B&B booking software, then this a great opportunity for you.

Join our Conferencing and Business Development team, Campus Services as Events Assistant where you will support the Events Officer with all administration and client/stakeholder liaison to ensure the smooth execution of all events, taking the lead on specific projects and events as assigned. 

As you can expect to be involved in:

• Promoting and selling the University facilities to event organisers through regular communication and via a range of media plus attending relevant trade shows and forums, maximising revenue for the department.
• Managing the allocation of bedrooms, meeting rooms and catering venues to all clients under your control ensuring that their requirements are met whilst maximising the occupancy of spaces on campus 
• Providing accurate information to other departments and stakeholders to ensure that a client’s operational requirements are met, and events run smoothly 
• Administering the day-to-day internal catering and meeting room bookings. Ensuring all departmental cost codes supplied by the booker are correct before posting final charges to departmental codes and advising clients of the charges that have been processed.

What will you bring to the role?

• Educated to GCSE with Grade C/4 English and Maths or equivalent
• Excellent computer skills, in particular Microsoft Office packages
• Experience in front facing customer service, preferably within event coordination
• Experience in administering web-based B&B booking software.

What we can offer in return:

As a member of our team, you can expect a friendly, open and collaborative working environment and support in your development and wellbeing. You'll enjoy a range of great staff benefits including:

•    Hybrid working options allowing a flexible blend of office and home working (to be agreed in line with business needs) 

•    43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part-time staff)

•    Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions

•    Corporate employee-funded healthcare plan, in partnership with Benenden Health

For more information about what you can look forward to if you join us, visit our dedicated webpage: Working at Kent

We are ambitious for our people, our communities and the region we serve – join us in making the world a better place. Visit our website for more on who we are: http://www.kent.ac.uk/about/

Please see the links below to view the full job description and to apply for this post. For further information regarding the application process, please contact peopleserviceshr@kent.ac.uk quoting reference number CS-443-26.

Closing Date: 12 Nov 2026

Section: Administrative

Salary: £25,179 to £26,615 per annum