An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Clinical Placements and Professional Practice team as Public Patient Involvement Administrator.
You will work flexibly and proactively to develop and support the implementation of the Public Patient Involvement (PPI) initiatives across the School of Medicine, Pharmacy and Biosciences and the School of Psychology, Health and Clinical Science. The PPI work involves managing a group of simulated patients (SP) who support the examinations and teaching sessions across the healthcare programmes. You will also work with Experts by Experience (EBE), people with lived experience of conditions, who volunteer their time to support the students’ learning. You will work closely with senior managers, academic staff and other members of School administrative teams. You will work across a range of each School’s programmes to develop and implement appropriate systems, processes and procedures to support key areas of work. The role will include working with external stakeholders and members of the public and you will provide efficient, effective and responsive service to these groups.
Educated to A level or equivalent, you will have substantial administrative experience within the higher education or healthcare sector. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential for the role, along with the ability to work without close supervision.
This role is campus based, with some flexibility to work from home.
Aston University is located within Birmingham City Centre and has accessible transport links, via bus or train, and a cycle to work scheme.
For further information and informal discussions about this post, please contact Nicola Rogers (Clinical Placements and Professional Practice Manager) Email: n.rogers1@aston.ac.uk.
What
we offer:
- Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
- The role is offered as 'dynamic working', which means working both on campus and from home dependent on the activity.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
- Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
- Great family friendly policies.
- On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available
- Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here.
Aston University may be able to sponsor those who are already on a Skilled Worker Visa issued before 22nd July 2025. If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role.
Please note we are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting.
See here for more information on Skilled Worker visa eligibility: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Anonymous shortlisting will be carried out for this role as part of Aston University’s commitment to equality and diversity and ensuring a fair and consistent approach to recruitment. Personal details that are included on application forms, including the candidate’s name and address will not be disclosed to the shortlisting panel. CVs will not be considered as part of the shortlisting process.
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Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston
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