The School of Security Studies is part of the Faculty of Social Science and Public Policy, and consists of the Defence Studies Department (Shrivenham), the Department of War Studies (London) and the King’s Institute for Applied Security Studies (virtual). Together, we support an inclusive culture and diversity for our staff and students. We are committed to encouraging further growth from diverse groups, and we welcome applications from people of all abilities and currently under-represented groups, which we are able to support with our range of flexible and inclusive benefits.

The Programme Manager (Undergraduate) will work alongside the Senior Education Manager and the Programme Manager (Postgraduate) to lead, develop and effectively line manage the team responsible for education support for all undergraduate taught students in the Department of War Studies.

 

The postholder will contribute to strategic planning, the design and implementation of new systems and processes, and programme development and delivery, ensuring the provision of a high level of service to both students and staff. They will also work to harmonise processes and procedures within the UG and PGT teams in collaboration with the Senior Education Manager.

 

The postholder will work in close partnership with a wide range of stakeholders, including Programme Directors, module leads, Assessment Sub-Board Chairs and Professional Services colleagues across the university. They will be required maintain up to date knowledge of programme and College regulations, providing accurate guidance to colleagues and students as required and ensuring all quality assurance processes are followed.

 

This is a hybrid role based at our Strand Campus.

 

The role is offered as fixed-term contract until 31 July 2026, and may if wished (and with the support of your substantive line management) be undertaken as a fixed-term secondment.