You will provide crucial support for colleagues across the institution in relation to assessment and regulatory frameworks as well as supporting one of our four faculties as a primary point of contact. You will work closely with the Faculty on their assessment schedule, identifying and delivering training, staff development and guidance materials. You will also take the lead in investigating and drafting responses to stage 1 academic appeals and supporting the scrutiny of assessment board…
paperwork. The role will require you to work closely with colleagues across the institution but in particular with colleagues in the Course and Student Administration Team and the Dean for the Faculty you will be supporting.
The Person
This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to further develop their experience of working in assessment, regulation and student casework. The successful candidate will have a strong foundation in this area, possibly within the context of a course and student administration area or within an academic registry function. You will have knowledge and experience of working with academic appeals procedures as well as a good understanding of mitigation, academic misconduct, data integrity, assessment boards and other assessment-related procedures. You will be enthusiastic, proactive and enjoy problem solving. You will also thrive on fostering good working relationships with colleagues across the institution in order to develop a culture of continuous improvement and enjoy contributing to a strong team approach to work.
Further information
This is a full time, fixed term position available until 30 September 2027 with a starting salary of £39,407 per annum.
This post is available as a result of internal secondment and it is expected that you will hold it for the full period. However, should the substantive post-holder return to work earlier, then this appointment will be terminated, subject to a notice period of one month.
Interviews are expected to be held on Wednesday 4 November 2026.
For informal enquiries, please contact Mrs Michaela Pittom, Assessment, Regulations & Appeals Manager.
Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.
We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.
To apply click on ‘Apply’. If, for accessibility reasons, you need to apply in an alternative format, please email jobs@kingston.ac.uk or call the HR Shared Services team on 020 8417 3118.
£39,407 to £43,835 per annum
