Academic Quality Assurance Manager

Academic Quality Assurance Manager Salary: Grade 7 - 34,133 to 40,497 per annum depending on experience Hours: Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) Location: Cirencester, GL7 6JS Flexible working options considered The Royal Agricultural University RAU has been at the forefront of agricultural education for 180 years and is globally renowned for its links with industry and courses that are designed to meet the demands of the changing land-based sector. Academic Services is recruiting an Academic Quality Assurance Manager to oversee operational management of academic quality assurance processes across RAU and our collaborative partners. In leading a small but agile team, the post holder will support the Head of Academic Quality in assuring academic governance, the maintenance and review of academic regulations and programme validation processes. They will also champion the operational lifecycle for academic quality, leading the co-ordination, organisation and voice for the high standards RAU students should expect, regardless of where in the world they are studying. The successful candidate will have prior experience of Higher Education administration, and practical knowledge of HE regulatory requirements, including OfS Conditions of Registration, as well as knowledge of quality assurance practice in a UK HE context. The post holder will report to the Head of Academic Quality and act as both advisor and deputy on matters related to academic quality and standards, including the definitive interpretation and application of academic regulations. RAU is set in beautiful surroundings and offers a range of Staff Benefits including a 35-hour working week, a generous 30 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time posts), pension scheme, free and guaranteed parking on campus and free shuttle bus from campus to Cirencester town centre, discounted catering facilities, discounted onsite gym, free library services, employee assistance programme, occupational health and counselling services, cycle to work scheme and staff development opportunities. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the RAU, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Closing date : Sunday 17th August 2025 Interviews : Wednesday 27th August 2025 The RAU is an equal opportunities employer and we particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the RAU at this level TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-07-10