{"id":4178672,"url":"https://alion.io/job/oxford-international-education-group-programme-lead-computing","title":"Programme Lead Computing","company":{"id":1953333,"name":"Oxford International Education Group","domain":"oxfordinternationaleducationgroup.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/oxfordinternationaleducationgroup","size_band":"51-200","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Pinpoint","truth_index":null},"role":"Management","role_family":"Management","seniority":"lead","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"hybrid","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["London, United Kingdom"],"countries":["GB"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-11-11T16:52:09Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-11-11","last_verified_at":"2026-11-12T16:52:09Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":1,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":1},"description":"Job purpose\nThe Programme Leader (PL) provides academic and operational leadership for the franchised Computer Science and Construction Management programmes delivered at the Greenwich and Whitechapel Campuses. The role is a hybrid position, combining programme management with high-quality teaching delivery. The PL is responsible for ensuring academic standards, international curriculum relevance, and a world-class student experience for a diverse global cohort. They lead the academic team to ensure students from various educational backgrounds successfully transition into UK Higher Education and achieve strong employability outcomes.\nThe PL leads the programme team, oversees programme-level administration and assessment processes, and works closely with the Director of Teaching and Learning, Campus Manager, Link Tutors, and Partner University’s Faculty representatives to maintain academic integrity, quality compliance, and effective communication between Oxford International and Partner University.\nFlexibility is required, with some evening and weekend working.\nMain Duties and Responsibilities\nProgramme Leadership\nLead and coordinate the delivery of programmes at the campus, ensuring alignment with approved curriculum and learning outcomes.\nProvide leadership and guidance to the programme team, fostering a consistent and high-quality teaching and learning environment.\nCoordinate programme-level meetings, student feedback discussions, and internal communications related to the programme.\nEnsure effective academic timetabling, resource planning, and delivery of teaching and assessment in collaboration with the Campus Manager.\n\nTeaching and Learning\nDeliver high-quality teaching across the BSc and MSc Computing programmes (equivalent to approximately 2 days per week).\nAct as a lead supervisor for MSc dissertations and research projects, guiding students through complex computing research methodologies.\nDesign and mark assessments that are robust, fair, and tailored to the needs of learners.\nModel best practices in the classroom, utilising the VLE (Moodle) and interactive technologies to enhance the international student experience.\nMaintain regular academic surgery hours to provide one-to-one support for students on specific module content.\n\nAcademic Quality and Assurance\nEnsure that assessments, moderation, and marking comply with Partner University’s regulations and the UHE Operations Manual.\nLiaise with the Link Tutor to manage assessment schedules, moderation samples, and examination board preparations.\nOversee the completion of programme-level documentation including annual monitoring reports and Student Education Improvement Plans (SEIPs).\nEnsure academic and operational compliance with both Oxford International and University policies, procedures, and key quality indicators (KQIs).\n\nStudent Experience and Support\nPromote student engagement and progression through proactive communication and academic guidance.\nIdentify and support students at risk of academic underperformance or disengagement, coordinating with Student Support and academic staff.\nFacilitate student feedback collection (e.g. module evaluations, end-of-year surveys) and ensure follow-up actions are implemented.\nSupport induction, orientation, and transition activities for new and continuing students.\n\nCollaboration and Liaison\nAct as the primary academic liaison between UHE and University Partner for the programme.\nWork collaboratively with Module Link Tutors and Faculty administrators to ensure accurate and timely communication.\nContribute to Partner programme boards, quality meetings, and academic reviews as required.\nMaintain oversight of programme documentation, Moodle pages, and communications to ensure accuracy and currency.\n\nAdministration and Reporting\nOversee programme-level records including assessment tracking, board outcomes, and academic correspondence.\nEnsure the timely submission of marks, moderation records, and student data to Partner systems via the Programme Administrator.\nSupport internal and external audits, reviews, and academic reporting cycles.\nPerson Specifications\nStatutory requirements\nEligibility to live and work in UK\nAppropriate DBS disclosure \n Qualifications\nMaster’s degree in computer science or a related field.\nFellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) or willingness to achieve it.\nPhD qualification (Desirable)\nSenior Fellowship of the HEA (SFHEA). (Desirable)\n Experience\n Experience teaching Computing at both Undergraduate and Postgraduate (MSc) levels. \nProven experience in programme or module leadership, or equivalent academic coordination role.\nExperience in curriculum design and assessment for international learners.\nExperience of assessment management, moderation, and academic quality processes.\nExperience in a Subject Lead capacity. (Desirable)\nExperience working with international students. (Desirable)\nExperience managing professional body accreditations (e.g., CMI, ACCA, CIPD). (Desirable)\n Knowledge\nDeep understanding of the UK HE Quality Code and QAA standards.\nUnderstanding of the specific challenges faced by international students (e.g., academic writing, cultural adjustment).\nKnowledge computing trends and global job market. (Desirable)\nFamiliarity with UKVI compliance in an academic context. (Desirable)\n Skills\n Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate a diverse academic team.\nExcellent cross-cultural communication and interpersonal skills.\nProficiency in using VLEs (Moodle/Canvas) and data analytics tools. (Desirable)\nAbility to build links with local and international computing industries. (Desirable)\nValues and conduct\nUphold the academic standards and values of both Oxford International and the University of Roehampton.\nModel professional integrity, inclusion, and collaboration.\nContribute to a culture of continuous improvement and student success.\nPersonal qualities\nA sympathetic approach to all students\nA positive, ‘can-do’ approach to work\nAdopts a collaborative approach to working\nFlexible and adaptable\nResponds positively to new challenges, seeking solutions \nDisclaimer\n This job description is provided as a guide to the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive description of duties and responsibilities and may be subject to periodic revision.\n\nOxford International is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. This role involves working with children and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.\n\nOxford International is an equal opportunity employer. Every applicant and employee has the same opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.\n\nWe reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. 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