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EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
17/08/2026
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 31/08/2026 23:59
Salary:
£33,951 per annum
Job Category:
Education
Vacancy ID:
300751
Employment Location:
Durham City Centre
Closing date:
31 Aug
Further Information

Executive Officer


ROLE SUMMARY AND PURPOSE

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.

Please see Supporting Documents to view / download a full overview of the responsibilities and requirements of the role.


ABOUT ST JOHN’S COLLEGE

St John’s College is one of the smaller Durham colleges, renowned for our welcoming atmosphere. Founded in 1909 and set in a series of beautiful, listed buildings in the heart of Durham city, our community enjoys stunning views of Durham Cathedral and boasts gardens and lawns stretching down to the River Wear. Each year we have around 250 students resident in the College – undergraduates and postgraduates studying for degrees at Durham University, as well as students of Cranmer Hall, a theological College within St John’s.

The College has a degree of independence within the University, both financially and in its governance, meaning that we have the freedom to do things a little differently. Throughout the year, the College’s Christian ethos translates into warm hospitality. All our different staff teams work closely together with our students to create the unique John’s experience.


APPLICATION PROCESS

Please see St John’s College Privacy Notice for Job Applicants
 
Applications should include:  
 
  • A covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria for the role.
  • A current CV
  • The names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three referees, including your current or most recent line manager. 
 
Applications should be addressed to the Principal, Professor Jolyon Mitchell , and submitted by email to johns.hr@durham.ac.uk
 
Closing date for applications: Monday 31 August 2026 

Date for interview: Wednesday 16 September 2026 
 
For an informal conversation, please contact the Principal, Professor Jolyon Mitchell on  jolyon.p.mitchell@durham.ac.uk
 
Please note
This job is closed for applications.
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