The School Office
What we do
The Office of the School is responsible for proposing, consulting and implementing School-wide polices and administrative procedures, ensuring compliance within the general governance framework, and financial control. Our staff are responsible for the School-level committees which support the decision-making at the Council of the School, the School’s governing body.
We work closely with Departments within the School and central University administration, particularly with the Academic Division, Finance Division, the Research Office and HR Division, as well as a number of external institutions and funders such as the EPSRC.
Members of the University can view contact details for the School Office staff (internal only).
Finance
We support financially-informed decision-making and planning within the School and ensuring Financial Regulations and other policies and procedures are implemented and maintained at Departmental level. We provide support and advice to Departments on financial matters, accounting processes and procedures relating to the use and management of the University’s Finance System. Key link with the Finance Division.
Research
We are responsible for the development and management of School-wide strategies, policies and initiatives to improve research grant income and application success rates in the School.
Education
We are responsible for addressing strategic education issues and coordinating activities to support undergraduate and postgraduate education in the School through the Undergraduate and Postgraduate Education Committees.
We manage a range of PhD studentships including the Centres for Doctoral Training and Industrial Doctoral Landscape awards both funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council, the WD Armstrong Trust awards and studentships ring-fenced for students from widening participation backgrounds.
In addition, we provided Summer Research opportunities, which are primarily targeted at undergraduate students from under-represented background in Technology subjects.
Human Resources
We support management and staff by providing: HR management information; case support; guidance on the application of HR policies and procedures. The Lead HR Business Manager takes the lead on significant HR projects and complex employment issues.
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Join our team
Vacancies in the School Office will be advertised on our home page.
Benefits of Working in the School Office
Joining the School Office means becoming part of a collaborative, professional team at the heart of the University’s technology division. Benefits include:
Impactful Work – contribute to governance and strategic projects that shape the future of technology education and research.
Professional Development – access to training, mentoring, and career progression opportunities within the University.
Inclusive Environment – work in a supportive team that values diversity and flexible working.
University Benefits – enjoy generous annual leave, pension schemes, and staff discounts.
Networking Opportunities – engage with academic leaders, researchers, and colleagues across multiple departments.