Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge is seeking to appoint a Development Assistant on a permanent, part-time basis. This post reports directly to the Deputy Development Director but will work closely with the other members of the Development and Alumni Relations Office (DARO) and will involve acting as a first point of contact for alumni and other enquiries; drafting, editing and proofreading text for a wide range of alumni communications and other activities; providing data and general administrative support as required.
This is a part-time, permanent post involving 18.75 hours per week, ideally with the hours worked over Monday to Wednesday. The salary is based between points 24 and 29 of the University’s single salary spine, currently equating between £24,344 - £26,942 per annum, annual cost of living pay rise pending (£12,172 – £13,471 pro rata), dependent on experience.
Benefits include entitlement to holiday pay equal to 25 days plus 8 bank holidays, pro rata; an excellent contributory pension scheme provided by the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS), free College meals when on duty and free membership of the College gym facilities.
This post would suit a highly motivated person, wanting to develop administrative and communication skills. Excellent writing and organisation skills, along with strong attention to detail, are important for this role. Experience of higher education and/or working in a fundraising office would also be welcomed but is not essential.
A job description, person specification and application form are available on the College website at https://www.sid.cam.ac.uk/about-sidney/vacancies. In order to apply, please complete and submit an application form with a covering letter outlining your suitability to jobs@sid.cam.ac.uk by the closing date below. Alternatively, applications can be posted to the HR Team at Sidney Sussex College, Sidney Street, Cambridge, CB2 3HU.
The closing date for applications is 9am on Tuesday 26 August 2025. The Colleges reserves the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications so early applications are recommended. Any offer of appointment is subject to the receipt of two satisfactory references; verification of identity and qualifications; and eligibility to work in the UK.
Sidney Sussex College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes diversity amongst its students, staff, Fellows and visitors, recognising the particular contributions to the achievements of the College’s mission that can be made by individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experience.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £24,344.00-£26,942.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 26/08/202

Please refer the Job description for details