Centre Director

Study Group; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international education provider seeks a Centre Director in Cardiff to lead operations, manage teams, and ensure academic compliance. Responsibilities include strategy development, team leadership, and stakeholder engagement aimed at maximizing student success and organizational growth.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of leadership/management experience in a similar environment.
• Experience in an academic setting managing complex education programs.
• Skills in budget development and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the centre, developing and executing strategies for growth.
• Oversee teaching quality, academic standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage Senior Centre Leadership Team and ensure efficient operations.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Team Management

Compliance Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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Contract type:

Full Time (37.5 hours) – Permanent

Location:

Cardiff, Cardiff International Study Centre

Salary:

Competitive

Internal Candidates Only

All Study Group activities are overseen by external bodies such as OfS or QQI. At Study Group, we provide specially designed, Study Group approved, and university-recognised pathway programmes that help students gain the necessary academic, English language, and life skills to succeed in their chosen university. We also offer other student services, such as direct admission to partners.

The Centre Director manages the contractual partnership with the university and leads the team to meet partner expectations for student intake, outcomes, and satisfaction.

About the Role

1. Lead the centre by developing and executing a strategy that supports growth through excellent student outcomes, increasing student numbers, and maximizing business opportunities, while ensuring efficient resource use.
2. Manage the Senior Centre Leadership Team.
3. Oversee teaching quality, academic standards, student outcomes, and regulatory compliance.
4. Ensure the centre operates efficiently and profitably.
5. Safeguard students and ensure health and safety on site.
6. Lead the wider ISC team, ensuring effective and compassionate management.
7. Track and develop staff contributions and potential.
8. Promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
9. Create an environment that attracts, retains, and develops staff.
10. Recruit high-caliber staff, ensuring safeguarding and hiring compliance.
11. Manage partnership aspects, including liaising with university departments and stakeholders.
12. Grow revenue across all products by collaborating with sales and marketing teams.
13. Manage and oversee partnership accounts.
14. Ensure partnership development plans are on budget and on target.
15. Maximize profit and identify new product opportunities.
16. Collaborate with business development and product teams for growth.
17. Ensure accurate and timely management information for profit and loss.
18. Foster a respectful environment for staff and students.
19. Maintain high standards for teaching, safeguarding, and student engagement.
20. Ensure compliance with external requirements like UKVI, OfS, and safeguarding guidelines.
21. Maintain effective curriculum development, assessment, and monitoring.
22. Utilize modern learning practices and technology.
23. Maintain accurate records and report data as required.

About You

1. Bachelor's degree – Essential
2. At least 3 years of leadership/management experience in a similar environment.
3. Experience in an academic setting, managing complex education programs.
4. Budget development and financial management skills.
5. Stakeholder engagement and partnership management experience.
6. Experience leading teams in a regulated environment ensuring compliance.

About Us

Study Group is a leading international education provider dedicated to helping students worldwide. We offer university partnerships and various study formats, including face-to-face, online, and hybrid programs. Our global network ensures students receive top educational services. Our Insendi platform supports innovative digital learning experiences.

Organisational Compliance

We uphold high safeguarding standards, conducting criminal background checks, references, ID, right to work, and education verification for successful applicants. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity, ensuring confidentiality and secure handling of applicant information.