Education Manager

University of Sheffield; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious university in the UK is seeking an Education Manager to lead the new Education Team. The role involves strategic planning and developing policies to support staff and students. Candidates must have A Level education and demonstrate strong line management experience. This position offers flexible working opportunities and a commitment to staff development.

Benefits

Competitive annual leave entitlement

Generous pensions scheme

Flexible working opportunities

Commitment to development and wellbeing

Wide range of retail discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in line management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the newly formed Education Team and support staff and students.
• Develop and implement policies aligning with Faculty and University guidance.
• Contribute to strategic planning across the School's education portfolio.
• Collaborate effectively with various stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent IT skills

Strong problem-solving abilities

Clear communication

Proactive, solution-focused mindset

Education

Educated to A Level standard

Job description

Overview

University of Sheffield is excited to offer an opportunity to join the newly established School of Sociological Studies, Politics and International Relations as an Education Manager (job share). This is a key leadership role at the heart of a large, dynamic, and forward-looking School. You will lead the newly formed Education Team and play a pivotal role in supporting both our staff and students. We are seeking an experienced professional with a strong background in programme and curriculum management within a higher education environment. You will be a confident and collaborative team leader, capable of working effectively with academic and professional services colleagues, students, and other stakeholders across the School, Faculty, and University. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact. You will help shape the direction of the team, develop and implement policies and procedures aligned with Faculty and University guidance, and ensure the delivery of a high-quality, professional service. Working closely with the School Director of Education and their team, you’ll also contribute to strategic planning and delivery across the School’s education portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Lead the newly formed Education Team and play a pivotal role in supporting staff and students across the School, Faculty, and University.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures aligned with Faculty and University guidance.
• Contribute to strategic planning and delivery across the School’s education portfolio and ensure the delivery of a high-quality, professional service.
• Collaborate effectively with academic and professional services colleagues, students, and other stakeholders across the School, Faculty, and University.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Educated to A Level standard.
• Excellent IT skills.
• Proven experience in line management.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, clear communication, and a proactive, solution-focused mindset.

What We Offer

The University of Sheffield is a remarkable place to work. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their diverse backgrounds, abilities and beliefs make Sheffield a world-class university.

• Competitive annual leave entitlement (with the ability to purchase more)
• Generous pensions scheme
• Flexible working opportunities
• Commitment to development and wellbeing
• Wide range of retail discounts
• And more

We are committed to exploring flexible working opportunities which benefit the individual and University. We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience.