Learning Development Manager

Newman University; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Birmingham is seeking a proactive Learning Development Manager to coordinate academic support. The role requires strong leadership in delivering inclusive learning interventions and collaborating with academic departments. Candidates should have substantial experience in academic support and digital learning tools. This full-time position offers various staff benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

35 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in designing and delivering inclusive learning interventions.
• Experience leading group workshops and providing 1:1 learning support.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead the delivery of academic support across the institution.
• Develop digital resources to enhance student learning.
• Contribute to university-wide projects focused on learning enhancement.

Skills

Strong leadership and communication skills

Experience in academic support and learning development

Ability to manage staff

Understanding of digital learning tools

Commitment to improving student retention

Tools

AI in education

Job description

BirminghamNewman University isseekinga proactive and student-focused Learning Development Manager to coordinate and lead the delivery of academic and study skills support across the institution. This key role sits within the Student Success team and works closely with academic departments to embed support into and around the curriculum. The postholder will lead group workshops, provide expert 1:1 learning support, and develop a suite of digital resources to enhance student learning and confidence. A central aspect of the role is working with students identified as retention risks or those capable of achieving higher grades with targeted support—contributing directly to the University’s Retention Framework.

This full-time position includes line management of the Learning Support Tutor and casual staff during peak periods. The role also collaborates with the Head of Digital Learning and Library colleagues to integrate digital skills and responsible AI usage into assessment preparation. From time to time, the postholder will contribute to university-wide projects focused on student outcomes and learning and teaching enhancement.

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in academic support and learning development, including designingand delivering inclusive learning interventions. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to manage staff and collaborate across departments. A sound understanding of digital learning tools, including AI in education, and a commitment to improving student retention and success are key to thriving in this role.

Informal enquiries aboutthis opportunity arevery welcome. Please contactLance White, [e-mail],to discussthe role further.

An application form and further detailsabout this role are availablefrom newman.ac.uk/jobs.

(Please note that CVs are not accepted as part of the application process unless explicitlystated).

Closing date for applications:

Wednesday 19thNovember

Interviews will take place onthe15thDecember

Benefits

BirminghamNewman University offers a wide range of staff benefitsincluding35 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays(pro rata for part time posts), pension scheme, chaplaincy and spiritual care,library services,free on-site parking, discounted travel scheme, cycle to work scheme,employee assistance programme,occupational health and counselling servicesand staff development opportunities.Further details of the full range ofstaff benefits available can be found on our website:https://www.newman.ac.uk/knowledge-base/staff-benefits/ orpleasecontact the Human Resources Department.

BirminghamNewman University is an Equal Opportunity Employer

BirminghamNewman University islocatedonGennersLane, Bartley Green, Birmingham, West Midlands, B32 3NT.