Academic Support Officer (0.5 FTE)

About Us

SAE Institute was founded in 1976 and is a globally operating higher education provider focused on creating a talent pipeline for the creative media industries. Our network of campuses spans over 28 countries on six continents with more than 40 campuses. SAE Institute in Europe is Part of the AD Education group of companies, delivering industry-focused creative education to more than 30,000 students. SAE offers industry-focused Creative Media Degrees across eight subject areas – Audio, Content Creation & Online Marketing, Film, Game Art Animation, Games Programming, Music Business, Visual Effects, and Web Development.  

ICMP (The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance) is a leading UK music school with campuses in London and in 2025 opening in Liverpool and Leeds. For over 35 years, ICMP has been at the forefront of contemporary music education, offering personalised, industry-focused training to help students thrive in the competitive music industry. ICMP delivers innovative undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including specialisations in Electronic Music Production, Live Event Management, and Music Marketing. 

About the Role

The Academic Support Officer plays a key, visible part in ensuring a quality student experience and academic support on the SAE campuses. The role is an ADEUK wide position, but will be delivered primarily on a single SAE or joint SAE/ICMP campus. The role is a campus lead for providing additional student learning and academic support throughout their academic journey, from induction through to graduation, paying close attention to their transition into, through and out of study at ICMP/SAE, to ensure successful progression, retention, qualification completion and engagement. They are responsible for ensuring students are encouraged to be independent, successful learners and become future-ready by providing advice and guidance that builds resilience, whilst balancing the demands of study, lifestyle and other commitments. Meeting with students individually or in groups through appointments, drop-in sessions and workshops, underpinning the delivery of student support plans, and working closely with faculty to determine appropriate strategies which ensure improved student learning and outcomes.

Why Join Us?

This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact in students' lives, working alongside a passionate team in a supportive environment.

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Closing Date: Wednesday, 27th May 2026

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Note: ADE is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. ADE is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Successful candidates will be required to obtain a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure.

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme with Royal London Pension
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity and Adoption Pay
• Enhanced Paternity Pay
• Occupational Sick Pay
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme (Legal & General)
• Group Income Protection (Legal & General)
• Life Assurance (Legal & General)
• Season Ticket Loans 
• Ride to Work Scheme
• Staff Discounts – Short Courses 2025-2026
• 50% off ICMP courses