Placements Assistant

A bit about our School of Health & Society…

With over 8,000 students we are the largest School at the University, with colleagues and students from all over the world. We are a forward-thinking, dynamic school with a commitment to lifelong learning and real-world impact.

We are the largest provider of nursing and midwifery bachelor’s degrees and second largest provider of allied and public health programmes in the north-west. Through our interdisciplinary research network and three research centres, we focus on improving health, social and individual outcomes.

Our award-winning facilities give students real-world experience and we have plans to further develop our estate to build on this success.

We are part of the global healthcare community and collaboration is at the heart of what we do, working with a wide range of industry partners locally, regionally and globally.

By joining us, you will become part of a wide network of professionals, sharing knowledge and expertise. Like us, you will be passionate and committed and will be part of our ambitious journey, to shape the health professionals, community and social leaders of the future.

Simulated Practice Learning is an integral and compulsory element of the Nursing programme delivered within the School and the Placements Assistant will work within a small team responsible for ensuring that all administrative processes underpinning this element of the programme is effectively implemented and managed. In addition there will be a responsibility for ensuring that appropriate and effective electronic systems are available to students, staff and partner colleagues whilst off campus.

So what will the role involve?

• Provision of a high quality service to internal and external customers and stakeholders, including advice and explanation of Simulated Practice procedures and regulations
• Creation and maintenance of accurate data, including the production and analysis of data regarding student’s attendance and participation in Simulated Practice Learning.
• Contribute to our thinking and be challenging on how Salford can transform the way it addresses equity disparities, embraces diversity and becomes more inclusive

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to working collaboratively with internal and external colleagues to provide outstanding customer service, together with the ability to administer complex systems and procedures, and work effectively under pressure.

Note: This a fulltime fixed term role. For further information on this post please contact Nathan Finnigan at N.J.Finnigan@salford.ac.uk

What’s in it for you?

Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme

Generous annual leave - plus the option to buy additional days.

Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and hybrid working, subject to business requirements.

Professional development - a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential.

The perks! MySalford, our online employee portal, offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts.

Wellbeing – your wellbeing is our priority. We have a wide range of dedicated services and facilities to support your mental and physical health.

However you identify, whatever your pathway has been to get here, come and join us at the University of Salford where we are all proud to belong - watch us in action here!