RAD Awards Programme Officer

The RAD is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all colleagues to share this commitment. 

We are seeking an RAD Awards Programme Officer Maternity Cover on a fixed-term basis until November 2026 to support the Academic Programme Managers in the management and delivery of several programmes of study and awards of the Royal Academy of Dance. You will support onsite and distance learning students, liaising closely with Registry, as well as academic full-time, part-time and sessional staff to deliver an efficient, timely and professional service.

We are looking for someone who has:

• experience of delivering administrative processes and procedures as well as servicing meetings, ideally in a higher education context
• knowledge of digital resources to support learning and teaching – experience of using Virtual Learning Environments (e.g. Moodle) is desirable
• strong analytical and IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Office and Web Content Management
• first class customer service delivery
• sound interpersonal and communication skills, and confidence in dealing with enquires from the general public, colleagues and students
• excellent time management and organisation skills

Experience of working in a higher / further education context would be desirable.

Why work for us?

We are passionate about providing a positive workplace culture. Our accessible London (Wandsworth / Battersea) studios and offices are conveniently located, with facilities such as the Café and Library onsite. We operate a hybrid working model, normally 3 days per week on site, and offer services to support flexible commuting e.g. cycling. For this role, engagement matters and it is for you to shape the best way to achieve that.  

We offer 25 days paid holiday (pro rata) plus bank holidays and a birthday day off, contributory pension scheme, access to the Perkbox discounts platform – including an Employee Assistance Programme, WeCare scheme, health cash plan, and life assurance. 

Due to the nature of the RAD’s work, the successful candidate will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Applications which do not include a full employment history, and reference details will not be taken forward to the shortlisting stage. 

All colleagues are required to promote and safeguard the welfare of children they are responsible for, or come into contact with, and to adhere to and ensure compliance with the RADs Safeguarding Policy at all times. 

We encourage and welcome applications from people with a disability, people from minority ethnic backgrounds, and people from the LGBTQIA+ community.   

Please let us know if you have any access needs for the interview. 

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and bring relevant documents if invited to attend an interview. We are unable to sponsor people under the Skilled Worker scheme. 

Closing date: 6 March 2026 at 5pm

Interview date(s): w/c 23 March 2026 

No agencies please. 

To find out more about the RAD please visit our website.

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