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EA To HoD, Psychosis Studies

 

Job Description

The Department of Psychosis Studies is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Executive Assistant (EA) to provide professional support to the Head of Department and the department executive team. The post holder will be liaising with a range of people at all levels across KCL, i.e., academics, researchers, students, and staff in central administration across the college.



 



The post holder is expected to provide comprehensive administrative support to the senior team in Psychosis Studies and specifically to Head and Deputy Heads of Department and Psychosis CAG Academic Lead, including to prioritise and manage the diary, deal efficiently and timely with communications and correspondence, arrange department meetings and take minutes, make travel arrangements, process and manage financial paperwork. The post holder will assist the School Manager (HR & Finance) with finance and HR related administration.



The post holder will have substantial relevant experience in this role. They will have experience in providing high level administrative and personal support to a senior staff member, using a range of IT software packages. Excellent communication and influencing skills, including excellent spoken and written English, experience in organising meetings and events, servicing research groups and meetings and proven ability to maintain confidentiality are essential.



The role would suit someone who is proactive, innovative, able to work autonomously and as part of the wider department/ School team.



Key Responsibilities




  • Provide high quality and timely executive assistance to the Head and Deputy Head of Department and Psychosis CAG Academic Lead in respect of diary and correspondence management, providing briefing documents and background materials.

  • Organise and support meetings, round tables, workshops, and visits by external/international delegations, including contacting speakers and attendees, arranging logistics (catering, venue booking), preparing the agenda, writing the minutes and coordinating follow-up action as required.

  • Arrange travel and accommodation in compliance with King’s Travel Policy. Support with obtaining visa, risk assessments and insurance where required.

  • Provide local support of honorary contracts, visiting appointments and KHE passports for affiliates of the department in collaboration with the School Manager (HR & Finance).

  • Support departmental and grant financial monitoring.

  • Liaise with the finance team regarding invoicing, purchase orders, expenses and payments as required.

  • Work flexibly as part of a team, supporting colleagues and other functions in times of high-volume activity.

  • ​Undertake the H&S Rep Role for the department and at least another safety role (e.g., fire marshal, DSE assessor, first aider) as required, following all the relevant training.



 



This job description reflects the core activities of the post. There may be changes in the emphasis of duties and it is expected that the post holder recognises this, adopting a flexible approach to work and willingness to participate in training. Day-to-day activities and responsibilities will be determined by the School/department priorities and needs and will inform specific objectives and tasks to be undertaken by post holders. 




Qualifications

  1. Demonstrable knowledge and skills in business operations acquired through previous roles/qualifications.







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Skills

Essential criteria




  1. Demonstrable knowledge and skills in business operations acquired through previous roles/qualifications.

  2. Experience in providing high-level administrative and/or personal support to a senior executive using a range of IT software packages and databases.

  3. Experience in complex diary management.

  4. Experience in organising and supporting formal committees, meetings, events and taking minutes.

  5. Excellent communication skills, including excellent spoken and written English, in formal documents, letters, emails and other communications.

  6. Ability to manage financial paperwork and a good level of numeracy.

  7. Proactive approach with the ability to work independently and flexibly, manage and prioritise workload, work under pressure in a busy environment, and meet deadlines.

  8. Proven ability to maintain confidentiality, handle situations sensitively, exhibit a high level of awareness and confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy.

  9. Excellent people skills with the ability to work with staff at all levels, inside and outside the organisation, with assurance and ease.

  10. Confident in making independent decisions and knowing when to escalate.



Desirable criteria




  1. Experience working in the higher education sector and familiarity with HE administration.

  2. Proven commitment to ongoing skills development.

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King's Sport & Wellness is seeking a highly passionate individual who employs a person-first approach to deliver individualized coaching and mentoring services to athletes within our Individual Performance Programme and TASS athletes. Our goal is to support athlete well-being while fostering their personal and professional development, alongside their competitive sporting careers, as they transition to, through, and beyond King's College London.

In this role, you will provide holistic support, addressing both personal and lifestyle needs while promoting activity and development that enables athletes to grow both as individuals and as sports performers. You will work proactively to assist athletes in planning their transition to and from elite-level sport, offering continued long-term support as needed.

We support a diverse range of individuals, and this role will involve working closely with our key partners, including TASS, Charlton Athletic, local councils, and King's Performance Athletes. Your work will be delivered through one-on-one appointments as well as group workshops. This is a part-time position, with a maximum of 10 hours per week, though hours may vary throughout the year. Flexibility is required, including availability to work evenings when necessary.



Qualifications

Must hold either Talented Athlete Lifestyle Support (TALS) or Level 3 Certificate in Athlete Personal Development and Lifestyle (ADPL)



Skills

 

  • Previous experience working in a similar role supporting TASS and/or university student athletes
  • Experience in providing holistic support that addresses not only athletes' performance but also their personal, mental, and emotional well-being. You should be comfortable offering guidance on lifestyle, career development, and transitioning out of elite sport.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively engage with athletes, team members, and key partners. You should be able to deliver information clearly and supportively in both one-on-one settings and group workshops.
  • The ability to adapt to different situations and respond flexibly to the varying needs of athletes. This includes being available for evening appointments when necessary, and adjusting your approach based on the time of year or individual circumstances.
  • Strong organizational skills to manage individual appointments, workshops, and varying workloads efficiently within the part-time nature of the role.
  • Strong ability to actively listen and engage with athletes in a way that is empathetic and non-judgmental. You must be able to build trust and rapport, creating a safe space for athletes to discuss their personal, academic, and sporting challenges.
  • Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, liaising with coaches, performance staff, and external partners
  • A good understanding of the challenges faced by athletes when transitioning from elite-level sport, as well as strategies for supporting that transition, would be an advantage.
  • Previous experience of being a high performing athlete is desirable 

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