Various Departments
Location: Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK
Salary: £41,064 to £46,049 full time, fixed term
Closing Date: Sunday 05 July 2026
Interview Date: Tuesday 14 July 2026
Reference: 0516-26
Please note: this job is only available to current employees of Lancaster University
Lancaster University is seeking to appoint a full-time Student Programmes Manager to play a key leadership role across the Faculty of Science and Technology and the Faculty of Health and Medicine. This post is offered on a fixed term basis until July 2027.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead the operational delivery of programme administration and student services across two diverse and high-performing faculties, ensuring consistent, high-quality experience for students and staff.
THE ROLE
Working closely with the Faculty Education Services Manager, you will lead the delivery of education services across both faculties. This includes student lifecycle processes, assessment and timetabling, student support, and programme administration.
You Will
This role operates in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and requires strong organisational leadership, a focus on service excellence, and the ability to manage complexity across multiple departments.
About You
You will be an experienced manager with a strong background in programme administration and/or student services, ideally within higher education or a similar complex environment.
You Will Bring
The Benefits Of The Role
At Lancaster University, we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive and collaborative community. We work together to deliver positive change and provide an outstanding experience for our students and staff.
We Offer
Both the Faculty of Science and Technology and the Faculty of Health and Medicine are home to world-leading teaching and research, with a strong focus on innovation, collaboration and impact.
You can find out more about the Faculty of Science and Technology at https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/sci-tech and the Faculty of Health and Medicine at https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/health-and-medicine
Please upload a cover letter with your application. In your cover letter, please include your rationale and interest in applying for this particular post, and examples of your commitment to the ongoing development of your skills and experience.
For each of the supporting statements in the application form, please include examples to show your experience and/or skills in that area.
We welcome applications from people in all diversity groups, for this fixed term, full-time post.
We encourage informal enquiries to discuss any aspect of this role, to arrange please contact Rebecca McDonough, Faculty Education Services Manager, at r.l.mcdonough@lancaster.ac.uk
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