Durham University

Department: Estates and Facilities Directorate Projects and Infrastructure Grade: Grade 8 Salary range: £47,389-£56,535 Working arrangements: Full time (nominal 35 hours) There may be a requirement to work evenings and weekends, depending on business needs Permanent Hybrid working( minimum of four days per week onsite, depending on business need, following the initial induction/ training period, which will be full time onsite) There may be a requirement for the post-holder to participate in local on-call arrangements, as relevant to this role Closing date: Thursday 24th September 2026 The Role and Department As Senior Mechanical Building Services Project Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the University's mechanical infrastructure is safe, compliant, resilient and fit for purpose across a complex and diverse estate.You will provide expert mechanical engineering leadership and management to deliver a high quality, customer focused service that underpins teaching, research and residential activity.Your role will combines hands on technical expertise with strategic oversight, supporting major capital and infrastructure projects. As Senior Engineer you will lead and develop a team of mechanical engineering professionals, and be responsible for service performance, people management, budgets and stakeholder engagement.You will drive continuous improvement, sustainability and value for money while ensuring compliance with statutory, regulatory and University requirements.Working closely with internal colleagues, consultants and contractors, you will influence service standards, contribute to long term estates planning and help shape a reliable and future ready mechanical services function for the University. The Estates and Facilities Directorate provides essential services to Durham University and is responsible for managing, maintaining and developing the infrastructure and building fabric of the various campuses. The base location for this role is Boldon House, our exciting new professional services hub.Boldon House is situated on the outskirts of Durham near the Arnison Centre in Pity Me.Boldon House brings a number of professional services teams together in a vibrant office environment which supports collaborative working and is designed to embrace hybrid working.To find out more, visit the project webpage: Boldon House - Durham University . Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description.

The Role and the Department We are seeking an experienced post-award professional with strong research finance expertise to join the Post Award management team. Reporting to a Senior Post Award Finance Manager, you will play a key role in the leadership and delivery of post-award support across the University's externally funded research portfolio. The role combines specialist post-award knowledge with operational and people management responsibilities. You will be responsible for supporting a portfolio of complex and high-value research awards, providing expert advice on funder requirements and research finance matters, and line managing a team within the Post Award function. Working closely with colleagues across Research Operations and the wider University, you will ensure compliance, promote best practice, support continuous service improvement, and contribute to the development of post-award processes, systems and ways of working. Through this work, you will help deliver a high-quality, customer-focused service that supports the University's growing and increasingly complex research portfolio. You will have the following key responsibilities; Line manage staff within the Post Award function, providing leadership, guidance, support and pastoral care to ensure high levels of performance, engagement and professional development Provide training to new and existing staff members as appropriate and mentor team members to ensure a thorough understanding of university financial regulations, research related policies and external funders. Manage a portfolio of high-value, complex and strategically important research awards, ensuring effective financial and project management throughout the award lifecycle. Provide advice on project set-up, start certificates, recruitment and appointment approvals, project reviews, virements and change requests, funder claims and invoices, final claims, project closure activities, and complex funder and academic queries, ensuring compliance with funder and University requirements . Provide a senior check, where appropriate, of the team's work to ensure accurate calculations and reporting. Develop and deliver training sessions to relevant university staff on Post-Award procedures. Contribute to the design, implementation and monitoring of new policies and quality standards, procedures and systems for the post award management of Durham's externally funded research activities to ensure effective working and continuous improvement. Actively participate in regional and national networks and working groups to represent Durham and share best practice across the sector in research project management, ensuring that Durham is actively engaged in relevant consultations and well positioned to understand and, where appropriate, influence funder policy. Deputise for the Senior Post Award Manager as required

The Role and the Department The Operations Directorate: Elevating the Student and Staff Experience The Operations Directorate is dedicated to providing a world-class experience for our diverse student and staff communities, which is essential to our students' learning journey. Our passionate team delivers services and facilities across 15 colleges, including catering, housekeeping, reception, security, and maintenance. All staff within the Operations Directorate share the responsibility for supporting environmental and social sustainability initiatives including water and energy conservation and re-use and recycling as outlined in operating procedures. These resources create a safe environment where our students can live, work, dine, socialise, and thrive together. Within the Operations Directorate, we have three key areas: University Catering: Our robust catering team of 500 ensures fresh, exciting, and diverse dining experiences throughout our colleges, catering to the unique needs of our University Community, which includes students, staff, and visitors, and offer expert advice on bar management. College Operations: With over 200 dedicated professionals, we provide residential services within the colleges as well as supporting student and non-student-led events. Retail Services: Our branded retail catering and merchandise outlets offer an enticing array of menus and high-quality products thoughtfully presented to enhance the shopping experience for our students and staff whilst building positive relationships via efficient service and attentive staff. The Role The Senior Head Chef will be responsible for supervising a large kitchen team which produces three meals per day for up to 600 students and staff. The post holder will be responsible for catering for high profile clientele, private dining external functions and banqueting. The Head Chef must be able to develop existing teams to ensure that consistently exceptional standard of food and service is delivered. The post holder will also assist with day to day cleaning of kitchen and catering equipment, receipt and storage of goods, checking and signing for deliveries. Catering team members will be expected to adopt and promote a flexible approach to working, and to undertake any or all of the tasks outlined below regardless of their designated shift. The post holder will be required to work flexibly across all catering areas. In addition to a highly competitive salary and rewards package, our strategic focus includes ongoing development opportunities for our people. Join us today and shape your career at Durham University!

Durham University is seeking a Casual Social Media and Communications Intern in the Department of Sport & Exercise Science. The role supports content development, website and social media management while aligning with University brand guidelines. It is designed to fit around studies, with an expected 2-4 hours per week and a casual rate of £13.45 per hour (inclusive of the Real Living Wage supplement). The successful candidate will proactively source stories, create engaging content, and work

We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long-term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role. If you are unable to complete your application via our recruitment system or would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to support you in the application process, please get in touch with us on Job Description - CASUAL - Social Media and Communications Intern () Job Description CASUAL - Social Media and Communications Intern (Job Number: ) Department of Sport & Exercise Science Graded Casual : - £13.45 Per Hour (Inclusive of Real Living Wage Supplement). Casual/Atypical (Fees) - Atypical Typical/Contracted Hours : 2-4 hours PER WEEK Closing Date Closing Date: Ongoing The University At Durham University we are proud of our people. A globally outstanding centre of educational excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary people, and a unique and historical setting - Durham is a university like no other. We believe that inspiring our people to do outstanding things at Durham enables Durham people to do outstanding things professionally and personally. Across the University we have a vast variety of roles and career opportunities, which together make us a large and successful community, that is a key hub of activity within our region and nationally. We would be thrilled if you would consider joining our thriving University. Further information about the University can be foundhere . The Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences is offering one Social Media/Communications Internship to our student community. The purpose of this role is to support the post holder in the development of their skills in social media/website management, while providing student to student social media content on department platforms. The post holder will work with department staff to develop engaging and creative content that is in line with University brand guidelines and that best represents our department's community. This is a role that will create external facing communications representing the department, therefore it is essential that the post holder understands and takes seriously their responsibility. They must create content in line with ethical guidelines and that positively promotes the department. This is a flexible position that is designed to be managed alongside studies. On average, we expect a commitment of 2-4 hours per week, but this is flexible across the internship in line with your studies. Weekly timecards will be agreed with the line manager. The internship is available until the end of the current academic year. The below role descriptor seeks to capture the main requirements of the role consistently, providing a summary of the key duties of the flexible role to help in setting expectations for applicants, flexible workers and line managers. They are not intended to cover all duties which may be required. Role Responsibilities Social Media/Communications Assistant Casual rate Under instruction and following appropriate training: Proactively seek news stories and engagement opportunities from relevant stakeholders Create content for various communication methods, consulting with colleagues before publishing/posting where necessary Develop and maintain communication tools, which may include the department's social media accounts and internal and external webpages associated to the department Develop communication templates for use within the department, for example emails, webpages and social media posts An interest in creating professional social media content that represents the Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences student community. An understanding of the responsibility of creating external facing content Ability to engage and communicate with the student community Good skills in time management and ability to prioritise own workload Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong written and verbal communication skills To be eligible for the role, you must be a current undergraduate student (level 2 or 3) within the Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences. Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement : Not Applicable. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long-term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role. If you are unable to complete your application via our recruitment system or would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to support you in the application process, please get in touch with us on

We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long-term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role. If you are unable to complete your application via our recruitment system or would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to support you in the application process, please get in touch with us on Job Description - Head of Student Accommodation Services () Job Description Head of Student Accommodation Services ( Job Number: ) Vice-Chancellor's Office Open-Ended/Permanent - Full Time Working Arrangements : Primarily on site but hybrid working also possible when necessary. Closing Date Closing Date: 09-Sep-2026, 10:59:00 PM Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement : Not Applicable. Want to shape the residential experience of thousands of students at one of the world's leading universities? We're looking for an exceptional leader to head our Student Accommodation Services, leading the team responsible for accommodation allocation, housing compliance and residential planning and relationship management across Durham University's collegiate estate and the wider student housing market - a service associated with a c. £65m income stream. This is a highly influential role, sitting at the intersection of student experience, strategic planning, regulatory compliance and institutional growth. You'll work closely with senior leaders across the University and external stakeholders, helping to shape the future of Durham's distinctive collegiate model and ensuring students have a safe, inclusive and outstanding experience across their time at Durham. We're looking for a strategic and customer-focused leader with experience in accommodation, housing or a similar complex service environment, who can inspire teams, drive improvement and build strong partnerships. The Head of Student Accommodation Services is responsible for the operational management and strategic development of the University's residential accommodation management services, including leading the College Membership and Accommodation Office, contributing to the University's delivery of a safe, inclusive collegiate living environment while managing budgets, staff and assuring compliance against all relevant legislative and policy standards. The College Membership and Accommodation Office (CMAO) is responsible primarily for the allocation of college membership and accommodation within the University's residential estate (a c. £65M income stream). The Office coordinates the University's compliance with the UUK / GuildHE Student Accommodation Code to ensure compliance with the Housing Act 2004. CMAO also acts as an interface between students and the private sector housing market to address housing-related needs, and the post-holder will develop and maintain strong relationships with key external stakeholders, including PBSA providers, the Local Authority and local letting agent forums. This includes maintaining market insight, monitoring sector and market developments, and working collaboratively with existing and prospective development partners to inform future accommodation opportunities. The Head of Student Accommodation Services leads and manages this team and the stakeholder relationships with the Dean of Colleges, Heads of Colleges, Estates and Facilities, Admissions, Strategic Planning and Insight Office and other University and external stakeholders, with responsibility for briefing the University's Executive on the impact of student accommodation performance on financial and student number planning. For further information about the role, responsibilities and the person specification, please view our Applicant Pack . Durham University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. At Durham University, our aim is to create an open and inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential and we believe our staff should reflect the diversity of the global community in which we work. We welcome and encourage applications from members of groups who are under-represented in our work force including people with disabilities, women, and black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. If you are a candidate with a disability, we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, reasonable adjustments will be made to support people within their role. When appointing to this role the University must ensure that it meets any applicable immigration requirements, including salary thresholds which are applicable to some visas.

Durham University is recruiting Casual - Sports Coach for the 2026/2027 academic year. The role is zero hours with typical hours to be agreed with the Hiring Manager and a remuneration of £17.16 per hour. We welcome coaches from any sporting background who are committed to helping student athletes grow through sport. To apply, submit your online application with a resume and covering letter. For queries, contact . DBS disclosure is required for successful applicants.

Department: Estates and Facilities Directorate, Projects and Infrastructure Grade: Grade 7 Salary range: £38,784 - £46,049 Working arrangements: Full time (nominal 35 hours) Permanent Evenings and weekend working, as business needs There may be a requirement to participation in an out-of-hours on-call rota, relevant to area of work Hybrid working (minimum of two days per week onsite, depending on business needs, after an initial training/induction period) Closing date: 7th January 2026 (please note, applications will be reviewed and shortlisted throughout the advertising period and if it is possible to recruit prior to the closing date, the advert will close immediately). The Role and Department The Projects & Infrastructure team is responsible for the construction project delivery across all campuses forming the Durham University estate. The team manages a large capital programme from inception to completion, delivering projects on budget, on programme and to a high standard of quality. The improvement in facilities supports academic research and enhances the student experience. As Electrical Building Services Engineer, you will effectively manage the provision, alteration and upgrade of the University's electrical infrastructure for the successful delivery of a range of projects/programmes, ensuring all works are carried out to the required quality standard, adhere to best practice principles and are compliant with current statutory/safety requirements and approved codes of practice. You will deliver a professional, customer-focussed electrical engineering support service to all stakeholders, to facilitate the provision of a safe, effective and reliable electrical infrastructure specific to the needs of the University. The Estates and Facilities Directorate provides essential services to Durham University and is responsible for managing, maintaining and developing the infrastructure and building fabric of the various campuses. Further information about the role and responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description.

We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long-term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role. Job Description - Policy, Research and Projects Assistant for Universities for North East England (UNEE) () Policy, Research and Projects Assistant for Universities for North East England (UNEE) () HR & OD Open-Ended/Permanent - Part Time Closing Date 09-Sep-2026, 10:59:00 PM Disclosure and Barring Service Requirement : Not Applicable. This is a graduate opportunity open to individuals who have recently graduated from Durham University, Newcastle University, Northumbria University, the University of Sunderland or Teesside University within the past two years. Applicants must meet these eligibility criteria to be considered for the role. About the Role Reporting to the Head of Partnerships, you will provide support across policy, research, public affairs and project activity, working closely with colleagues across the five North East universities. This is an early-career opportunity for a recent graduate looking to develop experience in policy, research and partnership working. You will gain exposure to a range of activities, including researching policy developments, gathering and analysing information, supporting the preparation of reports and briefings, monitoring political and stakeholder developments, and assisting with the coordination of projects. Working as part of a small team, you will work collaboratively with colleagues across the partnership and with external stakeholders. The role will provide an opportunity to develop your understanding of how policy, research and public affairs support strategic decision-making and collaborative working across the higher education sector. We are looking for someone with the academic foundation, interest and potential to develop into this area. You do not need to have extensive previous policy experience; we are looking for strong research, organisational and communication skills, alongside a willingness to learn, take initiative and contribute to the work of the team. Travel across the five universities may sometimes be required. The role is fixed term for 18 months. Interviews will take place week commencing 21st September 2026. About Universities for North East England Launched in November 2024, Universities for North East England (UNEE) is a partnership bringing together the universities of Durham, Newcastle, Northumbria, Sunderland and Teesside. Building on existing collaboration, UNEE is the unified place-informed voice of Higher Education in North EastEngland, ensuring our role and contribution in the region is valued and advocating for and championing the North East region, Through UNEE we are collaborating to help educate the future workforce, support a vibrant regional economy and position and market the North Eastfor investment and to advocate for evidence-based policy development. About You Strong research and analytical skills Strong planning and organising skills,adhering to timelines and budgets and able to manage competing priorities and pressures Keen interest in public policy and regional devolution Team player with strong interpersonal skills, ability to work with people at different levels across the organisation and external partners, agents, clients and customers Capabilities of IT systems and applications Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to draft and prepare high-level reports and briefings etc. Potential/ability to operate in a changing environment and integrate new areas of work Self -motivated and able to work without close supervision Durham University are advertising this on behalf of the UNEE who are recruiting to this post. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long-term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role. If you are unable to complete your application via our recruitment system or would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to support you in the application process, please get in touch with us on

Durham University is seeking a casual/atypical coaching role for student athletes, typically 35 hours weekly with ongoing closing date. You will deliver coaching sessions, assess performance, and coordinate support with hiring managers while ensuring health and safety compliance. Successful applicants will require DBS disclosure and should apply online with a CV and covering letter. For queries, contact .

T he Role The Senior Head Chef will be responsible for supervising a large kitchen team which produces three meals per day for up to 600 students and staff. The post holder will be responsible for catering for high profile clientele, private dining external functions and banqueting. The Head Chef must be able to develop existing teams to ensure that consistently exceptional standard of food and service is delivered. The post holder will also assist with day to day cleaning of kitchen and catering equipment, receipt and storage of goods, checking and signing for deliveries. Catering team members will be expected to adopt and promote a flexible approach to working, and to undertake any or all of the tasks outlined below regardless of their designated shift. The post holder will be required to work flexibly across all catering areas. In addition to a highly competitive salary and rewards package, our strategic focus includes ongoing development opportunities for our people. Join us today and shape your career at Durham University! Submitting your application We prefer to receive applications online. We will update you about your application at various points during the process, via automated emails from our e-recruitment system. Please check your spam/junk folder periodically to ensure you receive all emails. What you are required to submit: A CV A covering letter or statement which shows examples of how you meet all of the criteria within the Person Specification Contact details If you would like to have a chat or ask any questions about the role, the Systems and Administration Team would be happy to speak to you.

The Role and the Department The Strategy, Planning and Insight Office aims to be an indispensable partner in driving forward Durham University's positioning and performance, supporting decisions on our strategy, academic business model, critical initiatives, plans and investments. As the insight hub for the University, we bring together management information, business intelligence, market insight, sector intelligence, risk analysis, horizon scanning, forecasting and modelling expertise. We seek to be at the forefront of professional practice in strategic analysis and planning, providing exceptional service in strengthening the reputation, quality and financial sustainability of the University. The purpose of the Senior Officer role is to deliver analytical and planning work across multiple areas of the team's functions. You will support the key processes such the Integrated Planning Process, new Strategy Development and Rankings analytics. You will be instrumental in delivering key analysis and insights, providing evidence and advice to support strategic opportunities for academic Faculties and Departments You will contribute to the team's work in Business Intelligence, data analysis and reporting; you may already have strong skills in this area, or we can offer significant training including the possibility of an advanced apprenticeship for those who want to develop their analytical or technical skills. We currently use Power BI and Alteryx; you will use these tools and support our customers to engage with the outputs we produce. The team interacts with a wide range of other staff in the University, including members of the University Executive Committee (UEC), Research & Innovation Services, Recruitment & Admissions and Marketing & Communications, to support the development and delivery of strategy. We are a customer-focussed and outward-looking team, with opportunities to be involved in many diverse areas of the University's work. Further information about the responsibilities of the Strategy, Planning and Insight team can be found at the end of this page. Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description.

The Role and the Department The role will act as the deputy for, and assist, the IS Senior Manager (Integrations) to deliver effective integration solutions to the University, and sits within the wider Information Services (IS) collection of teams, which underpin the delivery of customer focused information systems and services. Specifically, the post holder will: Assist the IS Senior Manager (Integrations) in the line management and professional development of a high performing Integrations team, monitoring workload, team performance and proactively ensuring, delivery outcomes align with approved prioritisation schedules. Support academic and professional departments in understanding their data custodian responsibilities and help make strategic decisions to further the adoption of centralised data models. Assist in the design and implementation of software integration solutions across the university's enterprise applications, evaluating existing components or systems to determine integration requirements and ensuring final solutions meet organisational architecture principals. Develop test cases and new methods to accelerate the integration task, as well as documenting integration processes for different stakeholders. Support ongoing maintenance and enhancement of the university's integration environments. Development and implementation of automation scripts, for operational and analytical improvements. Lead the deployment of software builds and integration, developing and testing automation scripts using automation and troubleshooting in cases of failure. Work closely with Professional Support and Academic departments to support and identify requirements or improvements for integration.

Department: Estates and Facilities Directorate, Projects and Infrastructure Grade: Grade 7 Salary range: £38,784 - £46,049 Working arrangements: Full time (nominal 35 hours) Permanent Evenings and weekend working, as business needs There may be a requirement to participation in an out-of-hours on-call rota, relevant to area of work Hybrid working (minimum of two days per week onsite, depending on business needs, after an initial training/induction period) Closing date: 7th January 2026 (please note, applications will be reviewed and shortlisted throughout the advertising period and if it is possible to recruit prior to the closing date, the advert will close immediately). The Role and Department The Projects & Infrastructure team is responsible for the construction project delivery across all campuses forming the Durham University estate. The team manages a large capital programme from inception to completion, delivering projects on budget, on programme and to a high standard of quality. The improvement in facilities supports academic research and enhances the student experience. As Electrical Building Services Engineer, you will effectively manage the provision, alteration and upgrade of the University's electrical infrastructure for the successful delivery of a range of projects/programmes, ensuring all works are carried out to the required quality standard, adhere to best practice principles and are compliant with current statutory/safety requirements and approved codes of practice. You will deliver a professional, customer-focussed electrical engineering support service to all stakeholders, to facilitate the provision of a safe, effective and reliable electrical infrastructure specific to the needs of the University. The Estates and Facilities Directorate provides essential services to Durham University and is responsible for managing, maintaining and developing the infrastructure and building fabric of the various campuses. Further information about the role and responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description.