UHI North, West and Hebrides

Company

UHI North, West and Hebrides

UHI North, West and Hebrides is one of ten academic partners and research centres that make up UHI. This unique partnership allows us to deliver further and higher education programmes at our 19 campuses and centres across the North and West Highlands, Skye and the Outer Hebrides.

Location

Thurso

Hours

21 hours per week (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday)

Type

Part time

Duration

Permanent

Salary

£30,280 – £32,403 per annum, pro rata 

Personal Assistant to Executive

Job Posted:

11th November 2025

Applications Close:

25th November 2025

We are seeking a Personal Assistant to the Executive to be based at our Thurso campus. 

Responsibilities:

The post holder will be responsible for providing a comprehensive, effective and high-quality PA and organisational support service to the Vice Principal Strategic Developments. This includes managing the Vice Principal’s diary, scheduling and coordinating appointments, preparing agendas, and minute taking.   

The post holder will also undertake projects, research, prepare reports, responses and statistical information, and assist the Secretary to the Board as required.  

Qualifications, Experience and Skills: 

The suitable candidate will be educated to HND level (SCQF Level 8) or equivalent in Administration and have proven experience as a PA, Executive Assistant or senior administrator. Excellent organisational and time management skills are essential, as well as the ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines.    

A level of Gaelic ability would be advantageous to your application. 

Benefits of working for us:  

  • 45 days annual leave per year (pro rata for part-time staff)
  • Local Government Pension Scheme (Highland Council)
  • 10% Membership Discount at Highlife Highland
  •  Occupational sick pay scheme and family friendly leave provisions
  • Staff Support and Employee Assistance Programmes
  • Employment Benefits Scheme including lifestyle savings and Cycle to Work Scheme
  • £80 towards cost of glasses required for VDU work 

To Apply:

For a full job description and an application form, download the pack from our website or email [email protected]  

In line with our Equality and Diversity policy, UHI North, West and Hebrides is committed to ensuring that all candidates are treated on the basis of their merits and abilities, and that unfair and unlawful discrimination is eliminated. We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Closing Date:  Tuesday 25th November 2025, 12 noon