"NEET Undergraduate Programme Lead, Part time 0.7 FTE, Fixed-Term for 1 year"

University of Roehampton - Student Support and Success (Student Futures)

Placed On: 20th January 2026

Closes: 6th February 2026

Job Ref: RU05012

Who we are

Now rated a top three modern University in London, we provide an engaging portfolio of apprenticeships, short courses, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. We also have an excellent research profile and were jointly recognised as the best modern university in the country for research, and the highest-ranked modern university in London in REF2021.

The Role

As the Undergrad Programme Lead, you will work as part of a dedicated student facing team to deliver the 'Positive Futures' Pilot, a comprehensive programme designed to support students at risk of not continuing their studies or not achieving a positive graduate outcome.

You will be responsible for the operational management and delivery of the two undergraduate streams of the pilot: 'Stream 1: Stay & Succeed' (Year 1 At-Risk Students) and 'Stream 2: Discover & Define' (Final Year Students). This role is central to identifying the target student cohorts and coordinating interventions with external partners (e.g., Coachbright) and internal colleagues (e.g., Careers Consultants) to foster student retention, resilience, and career readiness.

If you have any specific questions on the role, please contact Leigh Adams, leigh.adams@roehampton.ac.uk

The University is committed to promoting diversity and equality of opportunity and aims to create a culture and environment where students and staff are treated fairly. The University is an equal opportunities and ‘disability confident’ employer.

Professional Services/Support staff up to Grade RU6 have access to the Local Government Pension Scheme; and on RU7 and above, have access to the University’s Retirement Savings Group Pension Plan, a defined contribution scheme, provided by Royal London. Our full range of benefits are available here.

The closing date for completed applications is: 6th February 2026

It is expected that interviews will be held in w/c 16th February 2026

You are encouraged to apply promptly, as we reserve the right to close the role and interview before the dates stated above.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this role. Candidates who apply for this role must already hold the legal right to work in the UK