Access and Participation Impact Manager (Projects) (CC12682)

University of Bath; Bath; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a passionate Access and Participation Impact Manager to lead research and evaluation projects aimed at enhancing student outcomes. This pivotal role involves collaboration with academic and professional services to drive evidence-based strategies that ensure inclusivity in higher education. The successful candidate will apply advanced data analysis to assess initiatives, translate findings into actionable recommendations, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Join a dynamic team committed to making a meaningful impact in the educational landscape and enjoy a supportive work environment with diverse opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Free counselling services

Cycle to work scheme

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Staff discount at Team Bath gym

Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees

Generous employer contributory pension schemes

Generous annual leave allowance

Personal and professional development opportunities

Free entry to the Holburne Museum

Relocation allowance

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of access and participation issues in higher education.
• Proven experience in designing and delivering research projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead evaluation projects aligned with the Access and Participation Plan.
• Analyze complex datasets to generate actionable insights.

Skills

Data Analysis

Qualitative Research

Quantitative Research

Communication Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Degree Level Education

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and passionate professional to join our Impact Team at the University of Bath as the Access and Participation Impact Manager (Projects).

About The Role

In this pivotal role, you will lead the design, delivery, and management of research and evaluation projects across the student lifecycle – helping to ensure that students from all backgrounds can access higher education, succeed in their studies, and progress into meaningful employment. Your work will play a vital part in delivering the commitments set out in our Access and Participation Plan (APP), delivering research-based evaluation projects that create recommendations to improve student outcomes.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape strategy and collaborate with academic and professional services colleagues to drive positive, research-driven impact across the University.

In This Role, You Will

• Lead key evaluation projects aligned with our Access and Participation Plan, using qualitative and quantitative research methodologies while upholding high ethical standards.
• Apply advanced data analysis to assess the impact of our widening participation initiatives, analysing complex datasets and generating actionable insights for continuous improvement.
• Translate findings into action by developing clear, strategic recommendations and disseminating results through high-quality reports, presentations, and sector publications.
• Collaborate across the University working closely with academic departments, student support services, and external partners – to foster a culture of evidence-based practice and stay at the forefront of sector developments.
• Provide line management, line-managing an Access and Participation Impact Officer (Projects) and supporting colleagues’ professional development as part of our commitment to excellence in this field.
  
  

About Us

You’ll join the Impact Team, led by our Head of Impact, which is at the forefront of ensuring high-quality evaluation and impact monitoring across the University. This dynamic group not only excels at data collection but is also renowned for its data analysis prowess. If you enjoy working in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment with colleagues who are as passionate about robust research as they are about a good cup of tea, you’re in the right place.

About You

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Education & expertise – Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience), with in-depth knowledge of access, participation and student success issues in higher education.
• Research & evaluation experience – Proven experience designing and delivering robust research or evaluation projects, employing both qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Analytical skills – Strong ability to analyse large and complex data sets, using evidence to identify trends and inform strategic decisions.
• Communication skills – Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear reports and present impactful findings to both expert and non-expert audiences.
• Stakeholder engagement – Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with stakeholders at all levels, both within the University and externally.
• Project management – Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads, manage multiple projects/deadlines, and take a proactive, solution-focused approach to challenges.
  
  

Experience in an educational environment or familiarity with sector bodies (such as TASO) would be an added advantage, but most importantly you will be enthusiastic about driving positive change and ensuring our access and participation efforts are backed by rigorous evidence.

Further information

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Andrew Ross, Head of Widening Participation at [e-mail].

An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

What we can offer you

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• Local discounts and more
• A family-friendly workplace
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses
  
  

We are committed to continually expanding our benefits to better support you and enhance your experience with us. Find out more about our benefits.

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Closing Date: 15 May 2025

Department: Management, Specialist and Administration

Salary: £38,249 to £45,413