Head of Academic Skills

Robinson College seeks to appoint a Head of Academic Skills for a fixed term of three years with effect from October 2026. The role is designed to support those who are at an early stage in their academic careers, and to recognise and capitalise on the teaching expertise and experience that applicants will have gained both within and outside university contexts. The role is open to graduates of any university; and there is no age limit. The role is renumerated at point 31 on the academic single spine (£28,778). The post is pensionable within USS. Subject to availability, the successful candidate would be entitled to subsidised accommodation in College.

The role is intended to complement the work of the existing Wellbeing Team with the intention of focusing on improving teaching practice of staff and supervisors, as well as the academic skills of students within College. As such, we are seeking applications from individuals with research expertise and relevant practical experience in Secondary and/or Higher Education. It is envisaged that the successful candidate will be an outstanding researcher, having completed a doctorate, with an infectious enthusiasm for education. The role will be divided between 60% Head of Academic Skills and 40% Research.

The Fellowship associated with the post entails membership of the Governing Body of Robinson College and the rights and responsibilities therewith. The Fellowship carries with it several associated benefits, which include free meals taken in College, an annual research allowance of £700 and a small entertainment allowance.

Applications should be sent via email to the Senior Tutor, Robinson College, Cambridge CB3 9AN, using the address ks610@cam.ac.uk, no later than Friday 17th April 2026. Applicants should send a completed application form, a covering letter (which should include an outline of current research interests and teaching experience) and a detailed curriculum vitae. They should also include a sample of written work (published or unpublished, of approx. 10,000 words in length) and arrange for two referees to send references directly to the Senior Tutor by the same date.

At interview, applicants will be asked to give a 10-minute presentation on their research.

Interviews will be held in the week commencing 27th April 2026.

Robinson College actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all sections of society.

Candidates are responsible for checking their eligibility to take up the post under UK immigration rules. Unfortunately, the College can only accept applications from candidates who are already eligible to work in the UK, as the position does not meet the UKVI criteria for sponsorship.

Application Form

Short Application Form 2022 Academic_1.doc (80.5 KB)

Further Particulars

Head of Academic Skills - Candidate Pack.pdf (3.05 MB)

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