Campus Academic Manager (Nottingham)

Why join us:

TLG is part of Global University Systems (GUS) which is an international network of higher-education institutions brought together by a shared passion for accessible, industry-relevant qualifications. Our institutional culture was built upon our history and values. Our shared values – student, focus, communication, collaboration, respect, competence, entrepreneurship, and integrity – are more than aspiration. We display and expect these beliefs and behaviours from our colleagues equally.

What we offer our colleagues:

• My Rewards Hub – handpicked discounts and deals from a wide and ever-growing list of providers.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – a dedicated 24/7 access platform
• A great Refer-A-Friend (RAF) scheme in operation.
• Socials via ‘GOSH’: We love to celebrate events, our successes and recognise our colleagues for their contributions.
• Eyecare vouchers
• Various other benefits on offer from being part of Global University Systems (GUS) education network.

The Role:

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Campus Academic Manager to oversee the academic operations of our campus, facilitate career progression for students, and support their transition into employment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in education management, career development, and data analytics, with a passion for helping individuals achieve their professional goals. This role requires a flexible schedule, including working weekends, with corresponding days off during the week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily campus activities, ensuring a high standard of academic delivery, student engagement, and campus safety.
• Take full responsibility for campus operations during weekends.
• Coordinate and oversee academic programmes, ensuring curriculum delivery aligns with OfS higher education industry standards and students’ career development needs.
• Familiar with UK quality assurance processes for education, ideally higher education.
• Develop and implement strategies to support students’ career progression, including employability workshops, industry connections, and job placement initiatives.
• Collaborate with industry partners to facilitate internships and employment opportunities.
• Develop, promote, and facilitate the TLG Alumni to support networking opportunities.
• Utilise data collection and analysis tools to monitor student progress, engagement metrics, and employment outcomes.
• Generate reports to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Create timetables for effective and efficient operational output of all learning spaces, maximising capacity and establishing operational rhythms for financial and operational effectiveness.
• Lead and support the weekend teaching and support staff, fostering a positive and productive working environment.
• Conduct performance reviews and identify training needs, providing feedback to line managers.
• Be the primary point of contact for campus operations during weekends, ensuring smooth functioning and addressing any urgent issues.

Requirements

The ideal candidate for this role will possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Proven experience in academic management or education leadership, with a strong understanding of career progression pathways and familiarity with higher or further education.
• Demonstrable knowledge in helping individuals secure employment, liaising with industry partners, and understanding labour market trends.
• Strong data analysis skills and proficiency with data management tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and leadership abilities.
• Experience in developing and delivering employability and career development programs.
• Exceptional organisational and communication skills.

Preferred/Desirable:

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (preferred but not required).
• Experience working with diverse student populations and fostering an inclusive campus environment

Additional Information:

• This role includes working on Saturdays, with a day off during the week, including Sunday.
• One work-from-home (WFH) day per week is also included.

Join us in creating a supportive and efficient environment for our students and staff. Apply now to be a part of our dedicated team!

Other information

Reporting to: Deputy Managing Director

Hours: Full Time (40-hours per week) (Tues - Sat)

Please note: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. We do not offer visa sponsorship.

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We acknowledge receipt of your resume for a position at TLG and sincerely appreciate your interest in our company. We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose qualifications meet our requirements. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you if you are selected to continue for the next stage of the recruitment process. We wish you every success.

TLG is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.

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