Director of Short Courses

Summary:

Director of Short Courses sought to lead and grow a successful education programme.

About the School:

A school dedicated to excellence in STEM education, fostering a culture of curiosity, innovation, and academic achievement. It provides a supportive and inspiring environment for students to thrive both academically and personally.

The Opportunity:

As the Director of Short Courses, you will lead the strategy, recruitment, and delivery of a growing range of short courses, including Easter, Summer, and online programmes. This role is pivotal in driving commercial growth, ensuring high-quality student experience, and working closely with key teams to deliver impactful educational outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies to grow and enhance short-course provision.
• Oversee the recruitment, training, and management of course staff and external partners.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality educational experiences across all short-course programmes.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Admissions, Academic, and Operations teams to align course offerings with institutional goals.
• Monitor and report on enrolment targets, student satisfaction, and course performance.
• Identify and develop new course opportunities to meet demand and expand the school’s reach.
• Act as the senior on-site lead during face-to-face delivery periods.
• Maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders and industry partners.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven leadership experience in education programme development and delivery.
• Strong organisational and commercial acumen with a track record in driving growth.
• Experience in managing and leading teams in a fast-paced, high-achieving environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and deliver high-quality educational provision at scale.

Preferred

• Experience in managing short-course or summer school programmes.
• Background in STEM education or related fields.
• Experience with digital learning platforms and online course delivery.
• Strong understanding of student recruitment and marketing strategies.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous annual leave and flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.