Vacancies
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Current vacancies
St John’s College is an independent College of Durham University, and all roles are recruited directly by the College.
We are a small and friendly staff community of around 100 people, working across academic, student-facing and professional services roles. Many of our colleagues have been part of John’s for many years, reflecting the strong sense of community and shared purpose that underpins our work.
If you are interested in joining us, you will find our current vacancies below.
EXECUTIVE OFFICER
EXECUTIVE OFFICER
St John’s College is seeking to appoint an Executive Officer.
This is a varied and intellectually engaging role at the centre of College life, providing executive support to the Principal and contributing to the work of the College Officers, students and staff and wider College community.
OVERVIEW
- Responsible to: The Principal
- Responsible for: Providing executive support to the Principal and, where appropriate, the wider College Officer team
- Grade: Grade 6 (St John’s College graded pay scale)
- Salary: £33,951 per annum
- Contract type: Permanent, 1.0 FTE
- Working arrangements: Based on site at St John’s College, Durham. Core office hours are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, typically 09:00–17:00
- Pension: St John’s College Group Pension Plan
- Annual leave: 27 days plus University customary days and bank holidays
- Start date: 1 October 2026 or soon thereafter
- Closing date: 31 August 2026
- Interview date: 16 September 2026
Applications should include a covering letter and a current CV, explaining how you meet the criteria for the role. In addition, it should contain the names, addresses, email details and telephone numbers of three referees. Applications should be addressed to the Principal, Professor Jolyon Mitchell, and submitted by email to [email protected].
For an informal conversation, please contact the Principal, Professor Jolyon Mitchell on [email protected].
Contact us
Feel free to reach to our HR and Finance teams if you have queries about vacancies or employment at St John’s.
Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected]
Staff
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