Programme Officer
Employer: Student Minds
Location: We are open to flexible, hybrid and remote-working, with some in person attendance required to support our conferences and events (approximately 4-6 per year) across the country, and attendance to our in-person team days in Leeds (2 per year).
Working hours: Full time
Salary: £24,570 per annum
Closing date: 28/09/2025
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About us
Student Minds is the UK’s student mental health charity. We have a clear vision: No student should be held back by their mental health. We empower students to build their own mental health toolkit to support themselves and their peers through university life and beyond. We challenge the higher education sector, health sector, and government to make student mental health a priority.
The opportunity
We’re looking for a highly organised and proactive Programme Officer to join our Sector Improvement Team. You’ll play a vital role in helping us deliver the flagship University Mental Health Charter Programme and Award, which supports universities to promote the mental health and wellbeing of their staff and students.
This is a varied and purposeful role, where you’ll provide administrative, logistical, and digital communication support across the programme. From managing bookings and contracts, to coordinating communications and supporting event delivery, your work will help us deliver a high-quality experience to our university members and stakeholders across the UK.
This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives on detail, enjoys working with digital systems, and wants to make a meaningful impact on student mental health.
Your key responsibilities
Provide effective administrative and logistical support for the University Mental Health Charter Programme and Award.
Support the planning and delivery of events, meetings, and online activities.
Act as a first point of contact for member universities and stakeholders, handling enquiries and signposting appropriately.
Coordinate programme communications, including newsletters, inbox management, and digital hub content.
Maintain accurate records and support finance processes.
Help manage digital tools and systems to improve efficiency and stakeholder engagement.
What we’re looking for
Experience in an administrative or support role.
GCSE Maths and English, or equivalent qualification or experience or demonstration of ability.
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Confidence working with digital tools and systems.
Ability to manage your own workload, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines.
A collaborative, proactive, and adaptable approach.
Commitment to Student Minds’ values of inclusion, co-production, and anti-racism.
What you’ll gain
The chance to contribute to a high-impact national programme supporting better mental health for university communities across the UK.
Experience in a varied role with opportunities to learn and develop.
A supportive and collaborative workplace culture that values wellbeing.
Flexibility in how and where you work.
How to apply
If this sounds like a good fit, we’d love to hear from you!
Download the recruitment pack in the document section at the bottom of this page, where you’ll find more information about the role including responsibilities and person specifications.
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