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Head of Student Casework

Bath Spa University - Student and Registry Services

Location: Bath, Hybrid
Salary: £58,226 to £61,760 per annum, Grade 9S
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 20th November 2025
Closes: 8th December 2025
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the development of a new Student Casework Unit within Bath Spa’s Student and Registry Services. 

We are looking for an experienced and strategic leader to create and lead a team responsible for managing complaints, discipline, academic appeals, and academic integrity. 

About the Role

You will design and implement innovative policies and procedures for casework management, and work closely with senior leaders to ensure fairness and transparency. You will oversee complex case resolution and ensure all processes are managed efficiently and in line with regulations. You will also undertake detailed reporting and analysis of casework trends and outcomes, using insights to support the University’s commitment to continuous improvement and inform institutional decision-making.

We need someone with substantial experience in managing casework, ideally in a higher education environment, and a proven ability to lead high-performing teams. You will bring expertise in handling sensitive and complex cases, excellent communication skills, and the confidence to influence at all levels. Crucially, you will be a creative thinker who can develop innovative solutions to improve services and enhance the student experience.

In return, you will join a vibrant, supportive environment that invests in professional development and offers flexible working arrangements to ensure you can thrive both professionally and personally. Bath Spa University is a creative and inclusive community , and is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience and supporting staff to grow and succeed. 

About You

  • Significant experience of managing higher education student casework, including complaints, appeals, and misconduct, with the ability to handle complex and sensitive issues and make key decisions on student cases. 
  • Proven ability to develop and implement policies and procedures in a higher education environment, working across teams and departments to achieve common goals. 
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills, with experience of building effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels. 
  • Demonstrated experience of leading and developing teams, including motivating staff, managing performance, and fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture.
  • Experience of implementing digital solutions and software into a customer service or casework environment. 
  • Experience of working with students or young people from a range of different backgrounds. 
  • Strong external networking skills, including active engagement with sector groups, professional bodies, and relevant external networks to inform best practice and keep up to date with sector developments.
For further information on the essential and desirable skills we’re looking for, please refer to the attached Job Description. 

Additional Information

The salary range shows the potential maximum pay progression in addition to any annual inflationary increase to your pay. Please note that our default position is to appoint into the lower end of the range, unless there are exceptional circumstances.

Please Note: 
There may be occasions where you are expected to work outside of your normal hours for the purpose of attending conferences, public events, etc.

If you would like to have an informal discussion regarding this post, please contact Pearl Slater Academic Registrar on p.slater@bathspa.ac.uk

Interview Date - Week Commencing 15th December 2025
We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community. We foster inclusivity, celebrating and respecting differences. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds and genders. We consider our recruitment practices to be comprehensive and unbiased; ensuring fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity for all. 
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