Quality and Standards Manager

We have an exciting opportunity for a 8 month Fixed Term Contract within the Quality and Standards Team. The team are responsible for overseeing quality assurance and enhancement processes in relation to academic areas of the University’s activities.
The role holder will have a leading role in the management of quality and standards processes for on site programmes, working closely with academic and professional services colleagues across the University. They will guide academic staff through key activities such as programme and module modification, revalidation, validation and annual monitoring. There may also be the opportunity to be involved in external accreditation processes for specific programmes and to support other team members on the Curriculum Management Project when necessary.

To be successful, you should have experience in building relationships with academic and professional services staff and should have an awareness of the regulatory environment e.g. an understanding of the role of the QAA, OfS and CMA. Experience of Quality and Standards is not essential, as further training can be provided.

Overview

As the University builds on its proud heritage, we are looking for exceptional people to help shape our future. We provide a high-quality professional environment, inspired by our distinctive ethos and Catholic mission and values. Our values of excellence, generosity of spirit, inclusiveness and respect inspire us to create an academic community in which everybody is welcomed and which puts the student at the centre of all our endeavours.

St Mary’s University is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Learn more about our EDI initiatives and work as a Disability Confident employer. Please view our detailed access guide by following the link: St. Mary's University | AccessAble

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme. Please ensure you meet the requirements of the Points Based System before applying.

Closing Date: 11 November 2024 at 23:00

We encourage all interested candidates to submit applications early to avoid disappointment as we reserve the right to close vacancies and interview the candidates prior to the advertised closing date.  

Interview Date: likely to be on 15 November 2024

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