Academic Support and Guidance Manager

1 week ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom William College Full time

Company Overview: William College is a renowned institution committed to providing high-quality education in a wide range of Higher Education (HE) programmes.

Salary: £55,000 per annum, with the potential for an increase based on experience and qualifications.

Job Description:

The Academic Support and Guidance Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring students receive the necessary support to succeed academically, emotionally, and socially. This position involves leading the Advice and Wellbeing teams strategically and operationally to deliver excellent, innovative, and student-centred support services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • To proactively lead the student support and wellbeing service team in delivering exceptional support services that meet the needs of students.
  • To provide effective leadership and management for the student support and wellbeing team, ensuring they are equipped to handle complex student casework.
  • To act as a source of expertise for the college on matters related to student support and wellbeing services, promoting a positive college environment.
  • To oversee all student inquiry procedures and ensure the SSW staff provides high-quality responses, addressing academic, personal, and emotional needs.
  • To personally manage exceptional inquiries as needed and provide comprehensive support and guidance to students.
  • To conduct performance and development reviews for the SSW staff, fostering resilience, growth, and success during their time at William College.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • At least a Bachelor's degree.
  • Proven working knowledge in Higher Education and understanding of the needs of students covering a wide range of disabilities, mental health, SpLD, and counselling.
  • A minimum 2 years' experience working as a student service manager or in a similar role in Higher Education.

Benefits:

  • Annual leave (5.6 weeks) + bank holidays.
  • Workplace pension scheme.
  • Statutory Sick Pay.
  • Statutory maternity/paternity pays.
  • Career development opportunities.
  • Training and self-development opportunities.
  • Gym membership discounts.
  • Retail discount schemes.
  • Cinema discounts.
  • Grocery discounts.
  • Cycle to work.
  • Investing and savings opportunities.
  • Financial wellbeing – personal debt advice.
  • Financial wellbeing education.
  • My Mind Pal (mental fitness).


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