Job title: Quality Assurance and Curriculum Lead Officer
Department: Registry
Contract Type: Fixed-Term contract until 30th July 2027
Grade: 7
Salary : £ 44,073.57 - £ 51,483.57 - per annum inclusive of London Allowance. Salary offers will be made at a point on the salary scale, based on the skills and experience of the appointed candidate)
Location: Bloomsbury, London
Hours: 35 hours per week (full time – 1.0 FTE)
SOAS University of London is the leading Higher Education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East. SOAS University of London is positioned to play a leadingrole in reimagining higher education globally, with a new strategic plan in place as the basis for the renewal and revitalisation of the School which commits SOAS to both student responsiveness and research intensity. SOAS is moving towards a new model of international partnerships which is responsive to the transnational character of our global challenges.
The Quality Assurance and Curriculum team at SOAS is a central function of the university in ensuring academic quality, rigour and ongoing monitoring of the programmes we teach. This busy team is responsible for the implementation of programme and module-level changes as well as guiding departments and academic members of staff through the processes of annual and periodic review of the portfolio of programmes SOAS offers. The successful execution of QA functions is integral to the wider success of the university as a leading teaching and research-active HEI.
The Quality Assurance and Curriculum Lead Officer will take responsibility for a number of quality assurance processes and procedures and provide support for others within the Quality Assurance and Curriculum team of the Registry.
The Quality Assurance and Curriculum Lead Officer will have a sound understanding of QA processes including approval, review, monitoring and enhancement of curriculum, the regulatory framework and associated processes for all SOAS students (including UG, PGT and PGR, both on campus and online/flexible learning, and those studying via partnership and validation arrangements) and will continue to develop their understanding to ensure the provision of a quality service. They will have a comprehensive understanding of SOAS policies and procedures and broader issues in the higher education sector.
The Registry sits at the heart of the institution’s academic administration, supporting the student journey from initial registration through to graduation. It plays a critical role in maintaining the integrity of student records, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and enabling data-informed decision-making across the university.
The Registry comprises of specialist teams including Awards and Progression, Quality Assurance and Curriculum, Student Records, Fees and Funding and Visa Compliance.
You can find further information on the key criteria for the role in the Job Description and Person Specification, along with a full list of duties and responsibilities, which can be found on the SOAS website
We are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your well-being and work-life balance:
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Successful candidates will need to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK or have limited leave to remain in the UK and associated right to work for the duration of their employment with SOAS, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
We are not able to offer sponsorship for candidates who do not currently possess the right to work in the UK.
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We would particularly welcome applications from candidates from working class, first generation Higher Education, Black, Asian, other minority ethnic and underrepresented groups from within the UK and beyond. All appointment decisions will be made on merit, following a fair and competitive process.
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