At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Professional Practice team and manage student placements across health disciplines.
- Company: London South Bank University, a vibrant hub for health and life sciences education.
- Benefits: Enjoy 26.5 days holiday, professional development, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Join a supportive environment committed to inclusivity and high performance.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while shaping future healthcare professionals.
- Qualifications: Experience in professional practice or student administration, with strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
London South Bank University is seeking an experienced and motivated Professional Practice Team Manager to lead the College's Professional Practice team and ensure the delivery of a high-quality, responsive, and student-focused service supporting professional practice placements across the College of Health and Life Sciences.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the Professional Practice team and oversee all placement and pre‑placement administrative activities across nursing, midwifery, social work and allied health disciplines.
- Manage operational performance, develop standard operating procedures and monitor service delivery against key metrics to ensure compliance with professional, statutory, regulatory and organisational requirements.
- Act as liaison between the College, placement providers and external partners, maintaining a seamless end‑to‑end service for students and stakeholders.
- Provide specialist advice and guidance on professional practice processes and requirements, and use data and metrics to inform decision‑making and enhance service delivery.
- Support strategic planning and reporting activities for the College.
Candidate Profile
- Significant experience working within a professional practice, placement or student administration environment, ideally within higher education, healthcare education or a related sector.
- Strong leadership and people‑management skills, with a proven track record in leading teams and managing operational workloads.
- Excellent communication skills, able to build productive relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Highly organised, able to manage competing priorities and deliver complex operational activities within a cyclical academic environment.
- Experience with placement management systems and an understanding of professional practice requirements in health, social care or related disciplines is highly advantageous.
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive, high‑performing working environment.
Benefits
Competitive benefits package including holiday entitlement starting at 26.5 days per annum, professional development opportunities and flexible working.
Application Information
The closing date for applications is Sunday 21st June 2026 at 23:59. Interviews/assessment week commencing – Tbc. Applications must be submitted via the “Apply Online” button below. For an informal conversation ahead of applying, contact Lee Standen (lee.standen@lsbu.ac.uk). We are happy to discuss flexible working and reasonable adjustments, and we aim to make our recruitment and selection process accessible to all. The role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UKVI Skilled Worker route. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early.
Professional Practice Placement Team Manager employer: London South Bank University
London South Bank University is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and inclusive work culture that prioritises professional development and employee well-being. With a competitive benefits package, including generous holiday entitlement and flexible working options, the university fosters an environment where staff can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the fields of health and life sciences. Join us in shaping the future of education and professional practice in a supportive and dynamic setting.
Contact Details:
London South Bank University Recruitment Team
