Head of Student Accommodation

2 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY Full time

Turning Passion into Purpose. London South Bank University are excited to be recruiting for the post of Head of Student Accommodation. This is a strategic role, and the post-holder will be expected to facilitate the Executive Board in determining the future design and direction of Student Accommodation, as well as to ensure the provision of an excellent student experience for our residents.

You will be expected to manage the teams of our three Halls of Residence, as well as the Accommodation Office and the Thrive and ResLife teams that operate in the Halls. The Student Accommodation department works closely with the other Student Services departments and with stakeholders from across the university and wider in community to maintain the safety, security and good student experience for all residents.

About You:

We are looking to hear from candidates who have the following:

  • Significant experience of managing a multi-site accommodation portfolio or large halls of residence.
  • Can demonstrate how they imbed customer service into the day-to-day operational processes and delivery
  • Has a full understanding of maintenance and cleaning standards required to keep the premises in optimum condition
  • Is fully appraised of all codes of practice, legal and contractual responsibilities relating to accommodation management
  • Has a full understanding of Health and Safety and how it is applicable to accommodation operations
  • Has managed delegated budgets in the region of £5m and above

Benefits and How to Apply:

As a leading Higher Education Institution LSBU offers staff a highly competitive benefits package including holiday entitlement starting at 26.5 days per annum, professional development opportunities and flexible working. Full details on the range of benefits we offer can be found here.

The person specification for this role alongside applicant guidance on what to submit within your application can be found within the candidate pack attached. Applications must be submitted via the "Apply Online" button below.

For an informal conversation ahead of applying please feel free to contact the hiring manager for this position, Dr Iliyan Stefanov, Director of Student Services, stefani2@lsbu.ac.uk

The closing date for applications is Sunday 30th June 2024 at 11.59pm

Interviews will be help in person on Wednesday 10th July 2024

We are happy to talk flexible working and reasonable adjustments and aim to make our recruitment and selection process accessible to all, please contact us to discuss any support you need. The diversity of LSBU’s staff and students is a source of our strength and the richness of ideas and perspectives that this diversity brings makes LSBU a unique place to work.

This role is eligible for sponsorship under the UKVI Skilled Worker route, more details on this can be found within the candidate pack.

If you have any questions related to your application, please email the recruitment team: hrdsr@lsbu.ac.uk

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.


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