Head of Programming and Activities

the impact of student life programmes and inform future planning.Oversee the sports offering in partnership with the StudentUnion, ensuring accessible and engaging opportunities for all students.Provide oversight and leadership of the events function, ensuring flagship occasions such as Graduation, Convocation and WelcomeWeek are delivered to the highest standards.Own the StudentAmbassador scheme, overseeing all aspects from recruitment and training to deployment and performance.Line-manage the SeniorEventsManager, ProgrammeManager and SeniorCo-ordinator, building a high-performing team and fostering a positive culture.Manage the department budget, ensuring value for money and compliance with university financial policies.Build and maintain strong relationships with academic and professional services colleagues, the StudentUnion and external partners.Qualifications &, ExperienceUndergraduate degree or equivalent (mandatory).Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field (e.g., student

services, education, management) preferred.Professional qualification in management, leadership or a related discipline preferred.Significant experience in student life, student services, student engagement or a closely related field within higher education, Proven track record of designing and delivering student-facing programmes, activities or services.Experience leading and managing a team, including recruitment, performance management and professional development.Experience managing a broad and diverse portfolio of work spanning multiple areas simultaneously.Budget management experience, including planning, monitoring and reporting.Experience working with or alongside a StudentUnion or student representative body.Experience developing sports, physical activity or clubs and societies programmes in a university or comparable setting.Experience working within a global or multi-campus higher education network.Key Competencies & SkillsStrong strategic thinking and planning
skills.Excellent leadership and people management skills.Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.Commitment to student wellbeing, belonging and inclusive practice.Understanding of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion principles.Ability to use data and student insight to evaluate impact and inform decisions.Strong organisational and project management skills.Financial awareness and ability to manage budgets responsibly.Collaborative working across teams, departments and institutional boundaries.Knowledge of current trends and best practice in student experience in UK higher education.Benefits & SalarySalary: up to £61,200 per annum, depending on experience.Benefits include a good work/life balance, flexible working and parental leave opportunities, an Employee Assistance Programme, optional private medical insurance, season ticket loans and participation in the cycle-to-work scheme. Annual leave of 25 days plus 8 bank holidays and winter break holidays, and professional