AD Education UK is a growing network of leading creative education institutes in the UK. The group's institutions are united around strong values and sharing a vision for creativity and innovation within creative media education. With over 40 years of pioneering and sector-leading experience, our graduates can be found throughout the music, film, games and wider creative media sectors, winning prestigious awards and employed within the highest echelons of their respective creative fields. Our market-leading portfolio of schools includes The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP) and SAE Institute UK.
Location: Leamington Spa
Contract Type: Part-time - 29.6 hours (0.8 FTE) Fixed-term for 8 months
Salary: Up to £39,896 per annum based on experience
Closing Date: 30th September 2026
Are you an experienced academic leader who thrives in creative, student-centred environments? Do you enjoy supporting staff and students to do their best work, and bringing fresh thinking to learning and teaching?
About The Role
The Campus Academic Manager is a pivotal all-encompassing role, responsible for the day-to-day operations and overall academic delivery of a small 'start up' campus with approximately 50 students. This hybrid role encompasses academic leadership, campus administration, and facilities management. The successful candidate will help co-ordinate campus academic program delivery, oversee the smooth running of the campus, and handle operational responsibilities, including building opening and closing and general facilities oversight. This position requires a highly organised individual capable of taking ownership of the campus, ensuring that academic excellence, operational efficiency, and student satisfaction are achieved consistently.
Key Responsibilities
Academic Leadership
- Support faculty to create a high-quality, student-focused academic environment.
- Ensure effective delivery of programs in line with academic standards and institutional goals.
- Monitor teaching quality, student engagement, and academic outcomes, and address areas for improvement.
- Provide pastoral care and support for students to aid their personal and academic development with wider support from relevant central service teams.
- Collaborate with Programme Leaders to ensure that campus resources and facilities meet educational needs.
Campus Administration
- Oversee student lifecycle processes, including enrolment, attendance tracking, and progression management.
- Maintain accurate and compliant student records using the Student Management System (SMS).
- Prepare timetables, manage assessments, and produce reports on student performance metrics.
- Support quality assurance activities, including audits and reviews, ensuring compliance with policies.
- Dealing with informal, Early Stage or Formal Stage Complaints and reporting them to the Quality team.
- Ensure that student-facing materials (handbooks, campus guides) are accurate and accessible.
- Act as the primary contact for students and staff for academic and operational matters.
Facilities and Operations Management
Take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the campus, including opening and closing the building. Manage facilities operations, ensuring the campus remains a safe, clean, and welcoming environment. Oversee maintenance schedules, vendor management, and emergency procedures. Act as the point of contact for facilities-related issues, addressing concerns promptly and effectively. Support sustainability initiatives and assist with compliance to health and safety regulations. Lead campus preparedness for events such as open days and graduation ceremonies. Help to facilitate campus tours as and when necessary, alongside the Campus recruitment Officer.
Strategic and Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate with the Operations Team Leads to align campus operations with broader strategic objectives. Ensuring Events are co-ordinated with the central teams to ensure a good campus environment for any stakeholder.
Key Relationships
Students, Faculty, Heads of School and Programme Leaders Operations Team Leads and Central Support Teams Local Industry Partners and External Stakeholders
Performance Indicators
Effective oversight of academic delivery and operational processes. High levels of student satisfaction engagement and retention. Smooth and efficient campus operations, including facilities management and compliance. Timely and accurate administrative record-keeping and reporting. Successful delivery of campus events and initiatives.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
- Demonstrated experience in academic delivery and campus management.
- Proven ability to manage diverse responsibilities, including operational and academic functions.
- Familiarity with facilities management and health and safety compliance (preferred).
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
Skills and Competencies
Excellent organisational and multitas
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ADE UK Academic Manager - Leamington Spa in Royal Leamington Spa employer: AD Education
AD Education UK offers a vibrant and collaborative work environment in the heart of London, making it an excellent employer for those passionate about audio engineering and music production. With a focus on professional development, employees have access to unique growth opportunities and the chance to engage with students from diverse backgrounds, fostering a culture of creativity and innovation. Join us to be part of a dynamic team that values industry expertise and encourages meaningful contributions to the next generation of music professionals.
