Reception Helpdesk Assistant – Durham

Company: Durham University
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Job Description:

Reception Helpdesk Assistant – Durham

Job Title: Reception Helpdesk Assistant

Department: Estates and Facilities Directorate

Accommodation and Commercial Services

Grade: Grade 3

Salary range: £25,025 – £25,571 (pro rata)

Working arrangements: Permanent

Part-time (22.5 hours per week, 3 days out of 7)

There may be a requirement to work evenings and weekends, as business demands

Onsite working only

Closing date: Monday 27th April 2026

The Role and Department

As Reception Helpdesk Assistant, you will be responsible for providing reception services and associated administration of the front-desk. This will include welcome service, professionally greeting staff, visitors, students and users of the building, providing assistance, directions and information.

The Estates and Facilities Directorate provides a number of essential services to Durham University and is responsible for managing, maintaining and developing the infrastructure and building fabric of the various campuses. More information on the services provided by the Estates and Facilities Directorate can be found on the .

The Estates and Facilities Directorate provides a range of essential services to Durham University and is responsible for managing, maintaining and developing the infrastructure and building fabric of the various campuses.

Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description.

Posted: April 14th, 2026