Risepoint is an education technology company that helps regional universities launch and grow online programs for modern learners. Risepoint supports more than 100 universities and colleges across five countries, with programs concentrated in high-demand fields including nursing, healthcare, teaching, business, technology, and public service. Our suite of products and services supports the full student journey and each university’s long-term goals. Together, we increase access to affordable education that delivers a strong return on investment for learners and meets employer and community needs. Learn more at risepoint.com.
The Impact You Will Make:
The Student Support Coordinator plays a vital role in helping continuing and returning students stay engaged, overcome barriers, and progress successfully through their programme. Acting as a trusted point of contact across the student journey, this role combines proactive outreach, timely intervention, and close coordination with academic, technical, operational, and university partner teams. The impact of the role is seen in stronger student retention, faster issue resolution, and a more consistent, supportive experience from registration through graduation.
How You Will Bring Our Mission to Life
What You Will Do:
- Deliver proactive outreach to continuing and returning students, with a clear focus on retention, persistence, and student success.
- Monitor student attendance, engagement, and academic progress to identify risk early and take timely action in accordance with established student support processes.
- Resolve student issues promptly by coordinating with programme teams, tutors, technical support, finance, and university partners.
- Support registration by completing required steps accurately or guiding students clearly through the process.
- Deliver orientation and help students navigate the online learning environment with confidence.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of student interactions, outreach, and interventions in Salesforce and shared reporting tools.
- Produce accurate reports on student engagement, registration, retention, and persistence to support decision-making.
- Identify process improvement opportunities within student support operations and help embed better ways of working.
- Ensure student communications and support activities meet agreed service standards and response expectations.
What Success Looks Like:
- Retention and persistence targets are supported through timely outreach, effective intervention, and consistent follow-through.
- Students receive responsive, well-coordinated support that helps them stay informed, engaged, and able to progress.
- Case notes, outreach activity, and reporting are accurate, timely, and reliable enough to support operational insight and continuous improvement.
- Student issues are resolved efficiently, with minimal unnecessary escalation, and feedback indicates a positive support experience.
How Success Will Be Measured:
- Student retention and persistence outcomes.
- Outreach volume, intervention activity, and follow-up completion.
- Accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of Salesforce records and reporting.
What You’ll Bring to the Team
Experience That Matters Most:
- At least 2 years’ experience in student services, customer support, or another service-led operational role.
- Must reside in the United Kingdom.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build trust and communicate clearly with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Experience delivering proactive, high-quality support and managing competing priorities in a structured, fast-moving environment.
- Strong judgement, problem-solving skills, and the confidence to take appropriate action within established guidelines and escalate when needed.
Experience That’s Great to Have:
- Experience working in higher education, online learning, or another student-focused environment.
- Familiarity with CRM or case management systems, including Salesforce.
- Experience supporting remote or distributed student populations.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
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Risepoint is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce
This role is eligible for comprehensive benefits
Personal and Professional Development:
- Continuous Professional and Leadership Development Programs
- Tuition Reimbursement for employees and their dependents
Student Support Coordinator employer: Risepoint
Risepoint is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises professional growth and collaboration. With a strong commitment to increasing access to affordable education, employees benefit from comprehensive development programmes, tuition reimbursement, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the UK and EMEA region. Join a team that values innovation, accountability, and a high-performance mindset, all while working in a supportive environment dedicated to fostering your career advancement.
