266 Academic Management jobs in the United Kingdom

• Lead the strategic development and implementation of new and revised academic programmes across various disciplines.
• Oversee the curriculum validation and review processes, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements (e.g., QAA, OfS).
• Manage and mentor a team of curriculum developers, academic advisors, and subject matter experts.
• Foster a culture of innovation in teaching and learning, encouraging the integration of new pedagogical approaches and technologies.
• Collaborate with faculty, department heads, and external stakeholders (industry partners, professional bodies) to ensure curriculum relevance and employability outcomes.
• Conduct needs analysis and market research to identify emerging trends and opportunities for new programmes.
• Develop and manage budgets for curriculum development projects.
• Ensure the quality and consistency of academic provision across all programmes.
• Provide leadership and guidance on assessment strategies and learning outcomes.
• Organise and facilitate curriculum development workshops and training sessions.
• Monitor the performance of existing programmes and recommend improvements.
• Represent the institution in relevant academic forums and committees.

• Doctorate (PhD or equivalent) in a relevant academic discipline.
• Substantial experience (minimum 7 years) in academic leadership, curriculum design, and quality assurance within higher education.
• Proven track record of successfully developing and launching new academic programmes.
• In-depth understanding of UK higher education regulatory frameworks and quality assurance processes.
• Strong knowledge of current pedagogical theories and best practices in teaching and learning.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in project management and experience managing complex initiatives.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Experience in collaborating with industry partners and professional bodies.
• Familiarity with e-learning platforms and digital pedagogy is advantageous.

• Design and develop engaging and effective online curriculum for higher education programs across various disciplines.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) and faculty to ensure content accuracy and pedagogical soundness.
• Create comprehensive course outlines, learning objectives, lesson plans, and assessment strategies.
• Develop a variety of instructional materials, including interactive modules, video scripts, case studies, and learning activities.
• Integrate appropriate educational technologies and digital tools to enhance the learning experience.
• Ensure curriculum compliance with accreditation standards, quality assurance guidelines, and accessibility requirements (e.g., WCAG).
• Provide guidance and support to faculty on effective online teaching methodologies and curriculum implementation.
• Evaluate and revise existing curricula based on student feedback, performance data, and evolving industry needs.
• Stay current with trends and innovations in online education, instructional design, and learning technologies.
• Manage curriculum development projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budgets.

• Master's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in curriculum development, preferably in higher education or online learning.
• Proven ability to design and develop engaging online courses using learning management systems (LMS) such as Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard, or similar.
• Strong understanding of adult learning theories (andragogy) and instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM).
• Experience creating multimedia learning content (e.g., video, audio, interactive simulations).
• Knowledge of assessment design and development principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong editing and proofreading abilities.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
• Proficiency in standard office software and collaboration tools.
• Experience with accessibility standards and universal design for learning (UDL) is a plus.

• Leading the strategic planning and development of new academic programmes and the enhancement of existing ones.
• Managing and mentoring a team of curriculum designers and educational specialists.
• Ensuring curriculum content is current, relevant, and aligned with industry standards and graduate employability.
• Overseeing the quality assurance and accreditation processes for all programmes.
• Collaborating with faculty to embed innovative teaching methodologies and learning technologies.
• Conducting needs analyses and market research to identify opportunities for new course offerings.
• Developing and managing the curriculum development budget and resources.
• Fostering a culture of pedagogical innovation and continuous improvement within academic departments.
• Liaising with external bodies, professional organisations, and industry partners to ensure curriculum relevance.
• Reporting on curriculum development initiatives and outcomes to senior university leadership.

• Lead the strategic planning and execution of curriculum development initiatives across the institution.
• Oversee the design, review, and approval processes for all new and revised academic programs and courses.
• Ensure that curricula are current, relevant, and meet the needs of students, industry, and regulatory bodies.
• Collaborate closely with faculty, department heads, and academic committees to develop and enhance learning outcomes and assessment strategies.
• Promote innovative teaching and learning methodologies, incorporating modern pedagogical approaches and educational technologies.
• Manage and mentor a team of curriculum specialists, instructional designers, and academic advisors.
• Conduct needs analyses to identify emerging trends and opportunities for new program development.
• Oversee the quality assurance of all curriculum materials and delivery methods.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and institutional policies.
• Develop and manage the budget for the curriculum development department.
• Facilitate professional development opportunities for faculty related to curriculum design and pedagogy.
• Represent the institution in external forums related to curriculum and higher education innovation.

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Education, Curriculum Studies, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in higher education, with at least 5 years in a leadership role focused on curriculum development or academic affairs.
• Proven expertise in adult learning theory, instructional design principles, and curriculum development methodologies.
• Demonstrated experience in leading significant curriculum reform initiatives.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance processes and accreditation standards in higher education.
• Excellent leadership, management, and team-building skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with educational technologies and learning management systems (LMS).
• Ability to foster collaboration and build consensus among diverse stakeholders.
• A passion for educational innovation and student success.

• Lead the strategic development and review of all academic curricula.
• Manage and mentor a team of curriculum developers and instructional designers.
• Conduct research on educational trends, market needs, and competitor offerings.
• Design and implement innovative pedagogical approaches and learning technologies.
• Ensure curriculum quality, relevance, and alignment with institutional objectives and accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with faculty, deans, and external stakeholders to gather input and feedback.
• Oversee the development of new academic programs and the revision of existing ones.
• Manage budgets for curriculum development initiatives and seek external funding.
• Provide training and professional development opportunities for faculty on curriculum delivery.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of curricula and implement improvements based on data and feedback.

• Doctoral degree in Education, Curriculum Studies, or a related academic field.
• Extensive experience (10+ years) in curriculum development and higher education leadership.
• Demonstrated success in leading academic programs and teams.
• In-depth knowledge of pedagogical theories, learning sciences, and instructional design principles.
• Experience with quality assurance processes and accreditation requirements in higher education.
• Strong strategic planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation abilities.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and secure funding for educational initiatives.
• Experience in faculty development and training is essential.
• A strong commitment to fostering inclusive and equitable learning environments.

Community Manager Higher education

This is a new and exclusive opportunity for a community manager to join my thriving higher education business as they grow their team

As the community manager, you will have a very key role to bring together an amazing community, a mix of current students, alumni, online members of the digital business, and others, to create a space where all the communities can interact together through a mix of online events and live in person sessions

Role details

• Title: community manager
• Role details: Permanent role, salary 30-40,000
• Location: full remote role with travel as required to live events
• Role requirements: experience in online events and live meetings

We are looking for community manager who has experience of growing a community on a platform. Ideally this could involves students, and alumni and online members, but the most important thing is that you love connecting people, being visual in your community, and talking to people every day

If you are the sort of person who loves to create conversations, and can get 10 people in a room chatting to each other, then this is a great role!

As well as your online work, you will also be taking a lead on live sessions so event management skills are key

Role requirements

• You will need to being experience in both online and live meetings
• Please also show evidence on your CV/ Cover letter of bringing different communities together

This role will be shortlisting next week, so for more information, please do send through a CV and this will be reviewed- good luck!

To find out more about Huxley, please visit (url removed)

Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

Community Manager Higher education

This is a new and exclusive opportunity for a community manager to join my thriving higher education business as they grow their team

As the community manager, you will have a very key role to bring together an amazing community, a mix of current students, alumni, online members of the digital business, and others, to create a space where all the communities can interact together through a mix of online events and live in person sessions

Role details

• Title: community manager
• Role details: Permanent role, salary 30-40,000
• Location: full remote role with travel as required to live events
• Role requirements: experience in online events and live meetings

We are looking for community manager who has experience of growing a community on a platform. Ideally this could involves students, and alumni and online members, but the most important thing is that you love connecting people, being visual in your community, and talking to people every day

If you are the sort of person who loves to create conversations, and can get 10 people in a room chatting to each other, then this is a great role!

As well as your online work, you will also be taking a lead on live sessions so event management skills are key

Role requirements

• You will need to being experience in both online and live meetings
• Please also show evidence on your CV/ Cover letter of bringing different communities together

This role will be shortlisting next week, so for more information, please do send through a CV and this will be reviewed- good luck!

To find out more about Huxley, please visit (url removed)

Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales