Work for us

Who we are:
NMITE is a bold and innovative new entrant in UK Higher Education, based in Hereford, with a vision for regional impact and global recognition. We aim to revolutionise engineering education and lifelong learning by delivering hands-on, challenge-led learning experiences that are deeply embedded in industry and community.

We are passionate about making a real difference, and our team is at the heart of it. Whether you’re helping us build systems or craft the future of education, we want people who see the opportunity in building something new – and who want to grow with us on that journey.

The Role:
NMITE is seeking a friendly, organised, and proactive Receptionist / Administration Support colleague to join us in a part-time role (24 hours per week, equivalent to 3 days) and to be the welcoming face of our institution and an important part of our day-to-day operations.

This role sits at the heart of NMITE’s campus activity, providing front-of-house support for visitors, staff, and students while also delivering administrative assistance across departments. You’ll play a key role in creating a professional and welcoming environment for guests and supporting the smooth running of meetings, events, and office operations.

Working closely with teams across NMITE, you’ll help ensure that visitors feel welcomed, communications are handled effectively, and administrative processes run efficiently. This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a people-facing environment, and takes pride in keeping things organised and running smoothly.

Responsibilities may include:

• Meeting and greeting visitors to NMITE, ensuring they are welcomed professionally and directed to the appropriate person or department.
•  Answering and directing incoming telephone calls and taking accurate messages where required.
• Managing meeting room bookings and ensuring rooms are prepared and presentable for meetings.
• Supporting the coordination of internal and external meetings and events.
• Providing front-of-house support for external visitors and room bookings.
• Setting up refreshments for meetings and ensuring guests are directed to the correct locations.
• Handling incoming and outgoing post and managing deliveries.
• Providing administrative support including photocopying, scanning, filing, and document preparation,
• Maintaining accurate data records and supporting data entry into internal systems such as CRM platforms.
• Assisting with simple reporting or data extraction to support team activities and operational tracking.
• Supporting procurement processes by collating stationery and office supply orders.
• Providing general administrative support across teams as required.
• Assisting with day-to-day office management tasks.
• Acting as a designated First Aider on site (training will be provided if required). 

You'll be a great fit if:

• You enjoy working in a people-facing role and take pride in creating a welcoming and professional environment.
• You are highly organised and able to manage multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
• You communicate clearly and confidently with a wide range of people.
• You are proactive and enjoy helping colleagues across different teams.
• You are adaptable and comfortable working in a dynamic and evolving organisation.
• You take ownership of your work and approach tasks with a positive and supportive attitude.

Qualifications & Experience:

Essential:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• Previous experience in a receptionist, front-of-house, or administrative support role.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Good understanding of administrative and clerical procedures.

Desirable:

• First Aid certification or willingness to undertake training. Experience working with CRM systems or internal data systems.

Key Skills and Behaviours:

• Professionalism – You present yourself in a consistent and professional manner and create a positive first impression.
• Customer Service – You are welcoming, approachable, and committed to providing excellent service to visitors and colleagues.
• Organisation – You are able to manage competing priorities and keep administrative processes running smoothly.
• Communication – You communicate clearly and confidently both in person and in writing.
• Teamwork – You are supportive and collaborative, working effectively with colleagues across the organisation.
• Attention to Detail – You take care to ensure accuracy in data, documentation, and administrative tasks.
• Flexibility – You are adaptable and willing to support different teams as needs arise.

Our Values & Behaviours: NMITE aims to be a game changer. Its staff must be able to balance the need to create a well-run, self-critical institution where good governance and rigorous quality controls are in place, with the need to test (and push) the boundaries of existing practice to create new approaches to engineering education. The way we work together is crucial to this mission and our values and behaviours must reflect this.

Our values:

• Grit and determination. We will be determined in everything we do, demonstrating the staying power needed to see things through.

• Inclusive. We will respect every individual, and every voice will be equally important. We will have a community of students learning with people from a variety of backgrounds and our staff team will be equally diverse.

• Creative and learning. We will test the boundaries of existing practice and find new ways of doing things. We will always seek to justify the “new” in our title. We will try new things with humility, accepting mistakes and learning from them.  We will always seek to learn from experiences by sharing openly what went well and what went wrong.

• Honest. We will always be courteous and respectful but also honest and straightforward when dealing with each other. We will not hide from uncomfortable truths and staff will be provided with the information they seek to do their jobs and to be well informed about our progress.

• Curious. We will encourage scrutiny from each other and welcome questions from any colleagues – whoever they are and whatever their role. Communication will always be assumed to be a two-way process. Colleagues should always ask for information they feel they need that is not being provided and we will always listen to each other.

• Aligned. We will always work to advance the institution’s mission and its core aims, whatever our role. We will challenge work that does not align with our mission. We will work to break down barriers between teams to ensure that more goals are shared and that we succeed together.

Location: Hereford (Skylon Campus) 
Hours: Part-time – 24 hours per week (equivalent to 3 days)

Our Offer: We offer a competitive salary of £16,408 per annum (24 hours per week, £27,346 full-time equivalent) and a benefits package including:

• Pension scheme
• Life assurance 
• 30 days holidays (plus Bank Holidays & closure days)
• Ongoing training & development
• Flexible working arrangements
• Mental Health training for all staff
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Westfield Mosaic Health & Rewards with optional upgrade to Private Medical Insurance

To apply 

Please email a full CV and covering letter to vacancies@nmite.ac.uk. Your covering letter should outline how you meet the person specification.  Informal questions about the roles can be addressed to the Director of People & Operations, Samantha Lewis (Samantha.lewis@nmite.ac.uk)

NMITE is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can be ourselves and succeed on merit. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented in engineering education.

The closing date for completed applications is Wednesday, 8th April 2026.

Please note that the closing date for applications may be brought forward if we receive a high number of suitable candidates, so early applications are encouraged.

Do you want to shape the future of RF Engineering education?

If so, you could be a great fit for NMITE.
Are you an established academic or senior industry expert in Electronics or Radio Frequency Engineering ready to shape a nationally significant programme?

NMITE is developing a new postgraduate programme in Radio Frequency Engineering designed to address acute UK skills shortages in communications, sensing, defence, aerospace and autonomous systems. We are seeking an academic leader to design, shape and deliver this programme — and to act as the institutional figurehead for Electronics and RF Engineering.

This is a rare opportunity to build something distinctive, industry-linked and pedagogically innovative from the ground up.

Who are we?
NMITE is an innovative UK Higher Education provider, founded to rethink engineering and technology education and make a positive impact regionally – educationally, economically, and socially. We celebrated our first graduates in 2025 and continue to build on our growing legacy.

Our programmes are accelerated, hands-on and challenge-led. We combine deep technical expertise with professional, ethical and systems-thinking capabilities. Industry co-creation is embedded in everything we do.

Radio Frequency Engineering is a strategically important capability underpinning modern communications, radar and sensing systems, spectrum management, defence technologies, and national infrastructure. NMITE is developing a postgraduate taught MSc in RF Engineering designed to produce technically excellent, industry-ready graduates with strong professional judgement and applied capability.

What are we looking for?
We are seeking a Professor or Associate Professor in Electronics / Radio Frequency Engineering to provide academic leadership in a strategically important and nationally scarce discipline.

This role will suit an individual who:

• Brings deep subject expertise in RF and/or Electronics Engineering.
• Has credibility within academia, industry, or both.
• Has experience leading programme design, validation and delivery at postgraduate level.
• Has familiarity with PSRB and accreditation requirements and the ability to align curriculum with professional and regulatory standards.
• Understands the application of RF engineering in real-world systems.
• Is motivated to contribute to a distinctive, challenge-based and industry-linked model of engineering education.

You will combine technical authority with collaborative leadership and the confidence to shape a new MSc programme from inception through validation, accreditation and delivery. You will be comfortable operating within academic governance structures and representing NMITE externally to industry, partners and professional bodies.

Responsibilities of the Role

Academic Leadership & Curriculum Design

• Provide academic leadership for Electronics and RF Engineering at NMITE
• Design and develop coherent, industry-relevant RF curriculum content
• Lead RF-specific modules that may also be deployed as micro-credentials or CPD
• Ensure curriculum reflects emerging technologies including:
  - RF and microwave engineering
  - Antennas and propagation
  - Electromagnetics
  - Radar and sensing
  - Communications systems
  - Spectrum, interference and regulation
• Embed RF learning within NMITE’s challenge-based pedagogy
• Lead programme approval, validation and accreditation processes

Teaching, Learning & Assessment

• Deliver high-quality, inclusive teaching across RF and electronics modules
• Design authentic assessments reflecting real-world engineering constraints
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate projects
• Contribute to NMITE’s intensive teaching model and distinctive learning approaches

Industry Engagement & Growth

• Co-create curriculum and project briefs with external partners
• Ensure the programme remains industry-relevant and credible
• Support industry-embedded projects, guest teaching and applied research
• Contribute to student recruitment, outreach and marketing activity
• Support the long-term development of RF and electronics provision, including CPD and modular pathways

Contribution to NMITE

• Contribute to academic governance and quality assurance
• Work collaboratively across programmes and professional services
• Support NMITE’s mission around access, participation and whole-person education
• Model NMITE’s values of grit, curiosity, creativity, honesty, inclusivity and alignment

Qualifications & Experience
Essential

• PhD or equivalent professional experience in RF Engineering, Communications Engineering or a closely related field.
• Strong subject expertise in RF Engineering, with the ability to teach at postgraduate level.
• Experience of curriculum design and delivery in higher education or advanced professional training.
• Experience applying RF engineering in real-world systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and with external partners.
• Commitment to inclusive education and student success.

Desirable

• Experience working in, or closely with, relevant industry sectors.
• Familiarity with professional body accreditation requirements (e.g. IET).
• Experience of challenge-based, project-based or problem-based learning.
• Track record of applied research, knowledge exchange or industry-facing innovation.
• Experience contributing to programme approval or validation processes.

Our Values & Behaviours

NMITE aims to be a game changer. Its staff must be able to balance the need to create a well-run, self-critical institution where good governance and rigorous quality controls are in place, with the need to test (and push) the boundaries of existing practice to create new approaches to engineering education. The way we work together is crucial to this mission and our values and behaviours must reflect this.

Our values:

• Grit and determination. We will be determined in everything we do, demonstrating the staying power needed to see things through.
• Inclusive. We will respect every individual and every voice will be equally important. We will have a community of students learning with people from a variety of backgrounds and our staff team will be equally diverse.
• Creative and learning. We will test the boundaries of existing practice and find new ways of doing things. We will always seek to justify the “new” in our title. We will try new things with humility, accepting mistakes and learning from them. We will always seek to learn from experiences by sharing openly what went well and what went wrong.
• Honest. We will always be courteous and respectful but also honest and straightforward when dealing with each other. We will not hide from uncomfortable truths and staff will be provided with the information they seek to do their jobs and to be well informed about our progress.
• Curious. We will encourage scrutiny from each other and welcome questions from any colleagues – whoever they are and whatever their role. Communication will always be assumed to be a two-way process. Colleagues should always ask for information they feel they need that is not being provided and we will always listen to each other.
• Aligned. We will always work to advance the institution’s mission and its core aims, whatever our role. We will challenge work that does not align with our mission. 

Our Benefits

NMITE offers a rewarding and dynamic environment with small-group teaching and a workload model that supports all of the activities above. Academic staff can access a personal development budget, developmental support from senior staff across NMITE, a promotion pathway and a sabbatical scheme. NMITE is a young organisation where your impact will be visible and your voice will be heard, and you will be an instrumental part of NMITE’s growth. Be part of it.

We offer a competitive salary of £54,834-£64,655 (Associate Professor) or (Full Professor) £66,681 - £72,838, plus a benefits package including:

• Pension scheme 
• Life assurance 
• 30 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays & closure days)
• Additional day off for your Birthday
• Flexible working arrangements
• One professional membership paid for per annum
• Enhanced maternity leave
• 24/7 GP access through Unum’s Help@Hand
• Westfield Health & Rewards with optional private medical insurance (taxable benefit)

How to apply
Please email explain why you are a good fit for the role in the form of a covering letter or a video of up to 4 minutes and a full CV to vacancies@nmite.ac.uk.

Informal questions about the roles can be addressed to Samantha Lewis, Director of People & Operations at samantha.lewis@nmite.ac.uk.

NMITE is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can be ourselves and succeed on merit. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented in engineering education. Part time proposals and secondment arrangements may also be considered.

Our Commitment to Inclusive Recruitment

As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, NMITE guarantees an interview to the following applicants, provided they meet the essential criteria for the role:

• Candidates who indicate they have a disability, in line with our membership of the Disability Confident scheme.
• Candidates who indicate in their application that they are an Armed Forces Veteran or Reservist, as part of our pledge to support the Armed Forces Covenant.

Right to Work

Please note that NMITE is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

The closing date for completed applications is 20th March 2026.

Who are we?

New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) is an innovative new entrant in UK Higher Education with eyes firmly on regional impact and global reputation. Located in Hereford, NMITE is founded to rethink engineering and technology education and positively impact the region – educationally, economically, and socially. Our approach to teaching is progressive and connected – with contextualised admissions, active learning, interdisciplinarity, social awareness, and the integration of employers and the community in our teaching and learning. We have ambitious aims to support lifelong learning in technology and engineering, to support industry, and transform careers. NMITE was officially listed as a new provider of Higher Education in August 2020, and we are now open for business. We started delivering our game-changer degree programme when our pioneer cohort arrived in 2021. This is an exciting time to join our Board, and a momentous period in our history.

Who we are looking for:

We are recruiting co-opted members to join in August/September 2025.

We invite candidates to highlight what unique perspectives, skills, or experiences they can bring to the Board of Trustees. Whether it's expertise in fundraising, an understanding of the academic environment, a track record in successful financial management, or any other relevant skills and qualities, we value diversity and welcome candidates who can contribute to our mission and strategic goals in meaningful ways.

We want to attract those aligned with our ambitious objectives and vision, and those who share our passion for Higher Education, Science, Technology, and Engineering. The Board encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those for whom this may be a first non-executive or Board role. 

We are looking for individuals who have experience in any of the following areas:

Candidates should have experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Fundraising – Individuals with a proven track record in philanthropy or income generation.
• Higher Education policy, regulation, or leadership – Especially those with insight into sector governance.
• Engineering and technology – Senior practitioners, policy leaders, or innovators in the field.
• Academia – Those with a background in academic leadership or teaching in Higher Education.
• If you possess other skills that you believe may be valuable to NMITE, we strongly encourage you to apply, as these will also be considered.

Board Members may also have experience in technology and engineering, with corporate experience, being an influencer of policy, with an external and diverse perspective that will help NMITE be a game changer in the HE sector, exploring new opportunities and operating creatively.

The role of a Co-opted Board Member:

As a co-opted member of the Board, your role is integral to our strategic development and the efficient utilisation of resources. Your appointment is based on your unique skills, expertise, and potential to enhance our board's decision-making processes.

Aligned with the Public Interest Governance Principles, the Board operates with a commitment to serving the best interests of the community we serve. As a co-opted member, you hold significant responsibilities akin to those of charity trustees, ensuring that we operate ethically, transparently, and in compliance with relevant regulations.

Your role extends to actively participating in board discussions, providing valuable insights, and contributing to the formulation of strategic plans that drive NMITE forward. 

For a comprehensive understanding of your role and additional information, please feel free to reach out to Samantha Lewis at Samantha.Lewis@nmite.ac.uk. Your active participation and dedication are invaluable as we work together to advance our organization's mission and goals.

Time commitment:

We invite co-opted members to join either of our two sub-committees: the ARC (Academic and Research Committee) or the FRC (Finance and Resources Committee). These committees provide platforms for focused discussion and action on key areas of NMITE's operations.

All ARC and FRC meetings can be attended remotely if required. While most meetings are conducted online, we hold one in-person/hybrid meeting in December for accounts. However, remote participation is feasible, and only Committee Chairs are required to attend in person.

Remuneration:

This is an unpaid position. The Institute will meet all reasonable expenses incurred whilst undertaking Board business, for example, travel to meetings and key events.

How to apply:

Please contact Samantha Lewis on Samantha.Lewis@nmite.ac.uk attaching a resume and supporting narrative explaining your interest in becoming a Board Member and outlining the skills and experience you feel will be of most benefit to the post and the Institute.

We are committed to increasing the diversity of our Board. NMITE values and is committed to an inclusive working environment, seeking a diverse community, attracting individuals from different backgrounds to contribute to inspirational learning.

Interviews will be conducted via video links and successful candidates will be asked to meet with us in person. New Members will be provided with a thorough induction, their Co-opted Board Member responsibilities, and higher education governance principles.

Closing date: 6th March 2026

Who are we?

New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) is an innovative new entrant in UK Higher Education with eyes firmly on regional impact and global reputation. Located in Hereford, NMITE is founded to rethink engineering and technology education and positively impact the region – educationally, economically, and socially. Our approach to teaching is progressive and connected – with contextualised admissions, active learning, interdisciplinarity, social awareness, and the integration of employers and the community in our teaching and learning. We have ambitious aims to support lifelong learning in technology and engineering, to support industry, and transform careers. NMITE was officially listed as a new provider of Higher Education in August 2020, and we are now open for business. We started delivering our game-changer degree programme when our pioneer cohort arrived in 2021. This is an exciting time to join our Board, and a momentous period in our history.

Who we are looking for:

We are recruiting 2 new Board Members.

We invite candidates to highlight what unique perspectives, skills, or experiences they can bring to the Board of Trustees. Whether it's expertise in fundraising, an understanding of the academic environment, a track record in successful financial management, or any other relevant skills and qualities, we value diversity and welcome candidates who can contribute to our mission and strategic goals in meaningful ways.

We want to attract those aligned with our ambitious objectives and vision, and those who share our passion for Higher Education, Science, Technology, and Engineering. The Board encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those for whom this may be a first non-executive or Board role. 

We are looking for individuals who have experience in any of the following areas:

• Fundraising – Individuals with a proven track record in philanthropy or income generation.
• Higher Education policy, regulation, or leadership – Especially those with insight into sector governance.
• Engineering and technology – Senior practitioners, policy leaders, or innovators in the field.
• Academia – Those with a background in academic leadership or teaching in Higher Education.
• If you possess other skills that you believe may be valuable to NMITE, we strongly encourage you to apply, as these will also be considered.

Board Members may also have experience in technology and engineering, with corporate experience, being an influencer of policy, with an external and diverse perspective that will help NMITE be a game changer in the HE sector, exploring new opportunities and operating creatively.

The role of a Board Member:

The Board oversees strategic development and ensures the effective use of resources. The Board is committed to conducting business in accordance with the Public Interest Governance Principles. Our Board Members are Charity Trustees and therefore have the responsibilities and potential liabilities that go with this type of Trustee status. A full role description and additional information can be provided by Samantha.Lewis@nmite.ac.uk 

Time commitment:

Our Board meets six times per year. Most of the meetings are attended face-to-face, others online. Members may be asked to provide additional contributions through membership of one of the Board’s sub-committees. Members with specific expertise may be asked to contribute to NMITE projects or initiatives; this is voluntary and based on willingness and availability. NMITE events are generally scheduled adjacent to Board meetings for the convenience of Members.

Remuneration:

This is an unpaid position. The Institute will meet all reasonable expenses incurred whilst undertaking Board business, for example, travel to meetings and key events.

How to apply:

Please contact Samantha Lewis on Samantha.Lewis@nmite.ac.uk attaching a resume and supporting narrative explaining your interest in becoming a Board Member and outlining the skills and experience you feel will be of most benefit to the post and the Institute.

We are committed to increasing the diversity of our Board. NMITE values and is committed to an inclusive working environment, seeking a diverse community, attracting individuals from different backgrounds to contribute to inspirational learning.

Interviews will be conducted via video links and successful candidates will be asked to meet with us in person. New Members will be provided with a thorough induction, their Board Member responsibilities, and higher education governance principles.

The closing date for completed applications is 6th March 2026.