Academic Administration Team Leader. Job in Birmingham Education & Training Jobs

Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks an Academic Administration Team Leader in Birmingham. This pivotal role involves overseeing academic support processes, managing a dedicated team, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in higher education assessment, excellent IT skills, and a proactive management approach.

Benefits

25 days holiday per year

SMART pension

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy exams and assessment department.
• Proficient in IT with knowledge of Student Records Systems.
• Excellent communication skills for complex information.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Academic Administration team.
• Oversee student data management and assessment processes.
• Ensure compliance with academic policies and regulations.

Skills

Communication

Data Management

IT Skills

Organization

Attention to Detail

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Academic Administration Team Leader

Closing Date - 20/07/2025

Location - Birmingham

Salary - £31,720 - £39,520

Our client is more than just an educational institution; they are a vibrant community dedicated to nurturing creativity and empowering students to reach their full potential. With campuses across the UK, Ireland, and Germany, they offer a diverse range of courses in modern music, performing arts, filmmaking and creative technology. Their commitment to excellence in creative arts education sets them apart, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities they need to succeed in their chosen fields.

About the Role

As the Academic Administration Team Leader, you will be the campus lead for the Academic Services Department, ensuring exceptional academic and administrative support for students and lecturers. This is a pivotal role where you will oversee the smooth running of key processes such as student data management, assessment administration, and compliance, ensuring a fantastic academic experience for all. You will lead and manage a team, ensuring the campus has a strong and effective Academic Services provision.

What You ll Do:

• Lead and manage the Academic Administration team, ensuring that the department is well-represented on campus.
• Oversee the input, management, and reporting of key student data, including assessment data, to support university-level reporting.
• Communicate assessment outcomes to students in a timely and effective manner.
• Manage local attendance monitoring processes and produce attendance data for reporting.
• Oversee the implementation of campus-level processes relating to Quality Assurance and Enhancement, Immigration and Compliance, and Regulatory Returns.
• Ensure that student records comply with data protection and statutory requirements, adhering to quality assurance processes.
• Provide high-quality advice and guidance to staff and students regarding academic regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Support the work of academic committees and boards, providing key administrative assistance.
• Deputise for the Head of Student Data and Assessment Administration when required.

What You ll Bring:

• Experience in a busy exams and assessment department, with sound knowledge of assessment requirements in higher education.
• Proficient in IT skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Teams, and Excel, with experience using Student Records Systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying complex information clearly and effectively.
• Experience gathering, analysing, and presenting data, with high levels of attention to detail.
• Strong organisation skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks.
• A proactive approach in recommending and implementing policy changes where required.

Why Our Client?

They are a values led organisation, meaning their core values underpin all that they do:

Believe in Everyone. Challenge the Norm. Grow Together. Do the Right Thing. Own It.

In addition to joining a committed and dedicated team, you will have access to:

• 25 days holiday per year (FTE)
• SMART pension
• A comprehensive benefits package

They continually strive to create a culture of inclusivity so that they truly represent their diverse communities. They particularly welcome applications from people of colour who are underrepresented in their organisation.

They are committed to promoting the safety and welfare of their students therefore, all successful applicants are required to complete a basic DBS disclosure. Depending on the role, you may be required to complete an enhanced check with barred list if required by statute and internal policy.

How To Apply

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