Student Programmes Coordinator

Lancaster University; Bailrigg; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous employer pension

39 days off a year (incl. Easter/Chrst

Family-friendly benefits

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Lancaster University is seeking a Student Programmes Coordinator to join the Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (FHASS) Education Services team. The role starts December 2026 and is offered on a full‑time, fixed‑term basis until July 2027, with potential hybrid or on‑campus working arrangements.

You will support the student experience, provide administrative assistance, and work with the Faculty Education Services Manager and Programme Officers across several schools.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative support is desirable.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills are essential.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate student programmes within FHASS to enhance the student experience.
• Provide high-quality administrative support under the supervision of the Student Programmes Officers.
• Contribute to workload planning and participate in cross-team activities as required.

Job description

The Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (FHASS) is looking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the Faculty Education Services team from December 2026 as a Student Programmes Coordinator. You will work collaboratively within the team, enhancing the student experience across the Faculty, as well as enabling high quality administrative support, under the management of Student Programmes Officers led by the Faculty Education Services Manager

You will be placed initially within one of the following teams, noting that as a member of the Faculty Education Services team, movement and support may be required in other areas to suit business needs:

• School of Arts
• School of Global Affairs
• School of Law

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work both independently, as well as part of the wider Education Services team. A full induction and training programme will be provided and opportunities for professional development in areas such as digital systems (plus more!|). For example, the role requires a knowledge of the Microsoft Office package, but this knowledge can also be built further through internal training processes.

This post is offered as full‑time on a fixed term basis until the end of July 2027 in the first instance. A hybrid working pattern may be discussed but you would also be welcome to work fully on campus. Please note that this is not a remote working role. If you are applying on a secondment basis, please discuss this with your line manager as part of the application process.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including:

• competitive salary with annual reviews
• generous employer pension scheme
• 39 days off a year which includes University closure days at Easter and Christmas and bank holidays
• a family-friendly approach to those with parental or caring responsibilities
• additional flexible benefits to suit your needs and interests, some with tax-savings.